The drama for the upcoming series of Love Island: All Stars has kicked off spectacularly early, with a pre-villa feud already exposed thanks to some unearthed social media history.
Forgotten Tweets Reveal Pre-Show Clash
Fans digging into the past have uncovered the first major conflict of the new ITV2 series, which begins next week. The tension involves Helena Ford, a star from series 12, and Charlie Frederick, who originally appeared in series three. Both are part of the returning islander line-up for the 2026 All Stars edition.
The revelation came after ITV confirmed the cast yesterday. Sharp-eyed viewers found an old tweet, seemingly posted by Helena Ford back in 2018, which takes a direct shot at Charlie. In the post, she accused him of getting her 16th birthday party "closed down" and insulting her appearance, claiming he said she "looked like a dolphin."
Sharing the viral tweet online, one fan highlighted the awkward reunion, writing: "So seems like Helena and Charlie have met." The discovery has sent the show's fanbase into a frenzy, with many expressing delight at the "bonkers" and "hilarious" nature of the petty grievance.
Islanders Set for Awkward Villa Reunion
According to a source speaking to The Sun, the pair's history is real, as they "went to school together and do know each other." However, the source suggested the feud might be water under the bridge, stating that Helena "doesn't really remember why she was upset." Official representatives for the show and the islanders involved have been approached for comment.
This unexpected plotline promises to add an extra layer of tension when the islanders enter the villa in just a few days' time. Instead of a simple search for romance, viewers may now witness a saga of reconciliation or renewed rivalry between the two.
Star-Studded Line-Up and Hosting News
The All Stars series, launching next week, features a host of familiar faces from the Love Island archive. The confirmed line-up includes popular contestants such as Millie Court (series seven), Whitney Adebayo and Jess Harding (series ten), Belle Hassan (series five), and Ciaran Davies (series eleven).
They will be joined by other notable returnees including Jack Keating (series eight), Leanne Amaning (series six), Tommy Bradley (series 11), Sean Stone (series 11), and Shaq Muhammad (series nine).
Maya Jama is confirmed to return for her third stint as host, although she missed yesterday's launch event due to illness. Iain Stirling will once again provide his iconic narration for the series.
In other Love Island news, the show has produced another engaged couple. Former contestants Will Young and Jessie Wynter announced their secret December engagement last month, with Will sharing the happy news on Instagram on the 9th of December 2025.
