Former Love Island champion Millie Court is set for a dramatic return to the South African villa, just months after her shock split from fellow winner Liam Reardon. The 29-year-old influencer's potential participation in the upcoming Love Island: All Stars edition has ignited a firestorm of speculation among dedicated viewers, with many convinced the couple's breakup was strategically timed for television.
Fans Cry Foul Over 'Staged' Split
Confirmation of Millie and Liam's separation came in September 2025, ending their four-year relationship. While fans initially expressed sympathy, suspicion quickly mounted on forums like Reddit. The prevailing theory suggests the split was orchestrated to allow both Millie and the 26-year-old Liam to enter the All Stars villa separately, only to dramatically reunite on screen.
This has led to accusations that ITV is "staging" the relationships for ratings. One fan voiced a common sentiment, writing: "Honestly don’t know if I can be bothered to watch this, so fake and staged! I miss the early seasons of LI so much." Another directly questioned the logistics, posting: "So will Liam be an OG or bombshell? The break-up was obviously staged."
A Precedent for Surprise Villa Romances
However, not everyone is convinced this plan would lead to a fairytale ending for the couple. Skeptics were quick to point to a recent precedent that backfired. During the first All Stars series in 2024, Molly Smith and Callum Jones entered the villa months after their own split, with viewers expecting a reconciliation.
Instead, Molly famously coupled up with Tom Clare, and the pair are now engaged. One commenter noted this, stating: "Everyone thought this about Molly Smith and Callum though and not only did they not get back together on the show, she met her fiancé." This recent history suggests that even the best-laid producer plans can go awry when real emotions are involved.
Inside Millie's Decision to Return
According to a source speaking to the Daily Mail, signing up for the show was a "no-brainer" for Millie. Since the breakup, she has thrown herself into her business ventures, including her YouTube channel and influencer career. An insider close to the former ASOS buyer revealed that Millie is now in a "great headspace" and sees this as an opportunity to settle "unfinished business" with the Love Island franchise.
The source also hinted at a potential bombshell twist, suggesting that Liam could make a surprise appearance in the villa alongside her. While neither Millie nor ITV has officially confirmed her participation, the insider claimed talks are "heading in the right direction." This leaves the door wide open for one of the most talked-about potential storylines in the show's history.
