What time will 'Love Island USA' Season 5 Episode 8 air? Ariana Madix's entry to stir up drama in villa

'Love Island USA' showmakers have teased Ariana Madix's appearance in Season 5 and she is expected to stir up new drama with her entry
'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix will appear in 'Love Island USA' Season 5 (Instagram/@loveislandusa)
'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix will appear in 'Love Island USA' Season 5 (Instagram/@loveislandusa)

PACIFIC HARBOUR, FIJI: 'Love Island USA' Season 5 is getting more intense with each episode. The latest episode returned with a new thrilling challenge which kept the viewers on the edge of their seats. Notably, the new challenges also stirred up drama in the episode.

Viewers saw the first elimination of the season in the previous episode. Jasmine Sklavanitis was eliminated, which left bombshell Hannah Wright devasted as the two had formed a sisterly bond in their short time together at the villa. However, the upcoming episode promises many more twists and surprises.

When will 'Love Island USA' Season 5 Episode 8 air?

'Love Island USA' Season 5 Episode 8 will air on July 24 at 9 pm ET. Peacock previously announced that the premiere week of the show will have no break in between the release of episodes, giving viewers a fresh installment each day of the week. However, the scheduling will change from the second week onward. Viewers will find themselves embroiled in exciting fresh episodes from Thursday to Tuesday for six weeks.

How to watch 'Love Island USA' Season 5 Episode 8?

New episodes of 'Love Island USA' Season 5 premiere exclusively on Peacock. Viewers can get the ad-supported premium plan at just $5 per month or $50 annually. However, you can also enjoy their shows ad-free by opt for another plan, which costs $10 per month or $100 annually. Customers of Spectrum and Xfinity might even have free access to the platform based on certain terms.

What to expect from 'Love Island USA' Season 5 Episode 8?

Viewers' wait would be over in the upcoming episode of 'Love Island USA' Season 5. 'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix will finally enter the 'Love Island USA' villa as the show teased her appearance for the latest episode. Madix got the iconic bombshell slow-mo treatment with a preview of her entrance into the villa. Madix was surely living out her dreams as she is a fan of the dating show. As Madix makes her way into the villa, 'Love Island USA' narrator Iain Stirling says in the preview, "A very special bombshell hits the villa." Stirling added, "'Vanderpump Rules' Ariana Madix delivers the drama."


 
 
 
 
 
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What happened in 'Love Island USA' Season 5 Episode 7?

In the latest episode, the islanders were seen dressed up as cowgirls and cowboys as they geared up for the new challenge. The islanders got a message ahead of the challenge which read, "It's time to explore your adventurous side and today's challenge is #JumpHisBones." During the challenges, the female islanders were asked multiple questions including who they think is the snake of the house. However, drama stirred up when Hannah was snaked by two people in the challenge. Notably, Carmen was one of the two who claimed Hannah to be the snake of the house. Furthermore, viewers also noticed that Carmen has feelings for Carsten 'Bergie' Bergersen as she kissed him in the challenge.

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