Summary
Ariana Madixhas survivedVanderpump Rulesseason 11 and now she has a warning for the men ofLove Island USAseason 6. Ariana shot to fame after the unfortunate anddevastating affair now known as Scandoval, that occurred between her then-partner Tom Sandoval and her once close friend Rachel “Raquel” Leviss. Due to the enormous coverage that Scandoval received, Ariana began receiving offers from companies that wanted to show their support.Ariana made sure to say yes to the amazing opportunities that came her way, one of which was becoming the new host ofLove Island USA.
“I will definitely be having these girls' backs. So the boys had better watch out.”
Ariana has proven how strong and tough she is, despite not being credited for her perseverance, andshe has a message for the men ofLove Island USAseason 6. In an interview withE! News, Ariana explained, “I will definitely be having these girls' backs. So the boys had better watch out because if they try anything, I’m watching.” Ariana has shown over the years that she is truly a girl’s girl, and she has no problem speaking up, saying, “I might have to be a little shady, depending on what happens,” Ariana continued. “I will definitely be very involved.”
Ariana Madix Will Be “Very Involved” In Love Island USA Season 6
Ariana Is Happy To Be Stepping Into A New Role
Ariana mentioned that she is excited to join the popular TV series as the officialnew host ofLove Island USAand visit a tropical, sunny island. “I’m really looking forward to meeting all of the Islanders,” Ariana explained. “I’m super looking forward to watching everything that they’re doing. I plan on being very involved, and I’m excited to be in Fiji, obviously.” After everything Ariana has experienced over the past year,it would not be a stretch to say that she is ready to spot any red flags the men ofLove Island USAseason 6may be waving.
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Ariana teased that to make her time inLove Island USAseason 6more fun,her new beau, Daniel Way, was able to fly out and join her in Fiji for filming. Dan has been a staunch supporter of Ariana from her time on Broadway’sChicagotoLove Island USA, but that does not necessarily mean he is as embedded in the reality TV culture as Ariana is. When asked if Dan is up-to-date onLove Island USA, Ariana said with a laugh, “I don’t know that he’s ever watched it, but he’s going to have to start watching it now.”
While much of the focus may be on Ariana’s new hosting gig,another pivotal moment occurred recently for her: the grand opening of her and Katie Maloney’s much-anticipated sandwich shop,Something About Her. When the sandwich shop opened on August 19, 2025, Ariana and Katie reportedly had a four-hour wait time due to the sheer number of people who showed up to support the two entrepreneurs. Ariana expressed how incredible it was to be able to see people enjoying the vision that she and Katie had shared and to see their beloved Something About Her come to life.
It seems safe to say that while Ariana will still have healing to do after her former boyfriend Tom’s devastating betrayal of her trust, she seems to be happy and mending.Ariana is now seeking revenge in the best possible way: by succeeding, no matter what her critics may say. She is taking control of her life and accepting everything that comes her way while she is still in the spotlight, making sure that her tragedy is turned into a triumph. With so many supporters and opportunities still pouring in, for Ariana, it seems that the sky is the limit.
Love Island USAseason 6 premieres Tuesday, June 11 at 9 p.m. EDT on Peacock.
Love Island USA
Cast
Love Island is the American adaptation of the British reality dating competition. Hosted in a luxurious villa, ten singles aim to form couples over several weeks. Throughout the process, they face public votes and potential elimination, while new islanders join to challenge existing relationships.
