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Ariana Madix earned her first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Host for a Reality or Reality Competition Program for Peacock's Love Island USA, joining RuPaul Charles, Alan Cumming, Kristen Kish and Jeff Probst in the category; she began hosting in Season 6 after succeeding Sarah Hyland and Arielle Vandenberg.
The 2026 Emmy nominations delivered a mix of surprises and snubs: Apple TV’s Your Friends & Neighbors earned a drama nod while Jon Hamm was notably snubbed in the drama actor race; Richard Gadd and Jamie Bell were left out of limited series contention; Yahya Abdul-Mateen II scored a surprise nod in comedy acting; Chase Infiniti earned a drama actress nomination for The Testaments; The Amazing Race was excluded from the nominations; Ariana Madix received an unexpected reality-host nod for Love Island USA (note: Love Island USA streams on Peacock, not Netflix).
Peacock is unveiling the Casa Amor twist for Love Island USA Season 8, introducing 12 new Islanders across two villas to test the couples; so far six have been revealed—Amora, Parmida, Jaiden, Tierra, Alannah and Sydney—while original Islanders include Aniya, KC, Kenzie, Corbin, Kayda, Zach, Melanie, Sincere, Trinity, Bryce, Jen and Caleb. New episodes air Thurs–Tuesdays at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT (Aftersun Saturdays); Ariana Madix hosts and Iain Stirling narrates. The season's early viewing minutes have already set Peacock records.
Peacock’s Love Island USA is back for Season 8 with Ariana Madix as host and Bernie Schaeffer as executive producer, promising new twists and tighter production. Following seasons 6 and 7’s streaming milestones, the team emphasizes ongoing casting prep (including mock casts) and real-time filming with a one-to-two-day delay, aiming to sustain the show’s momentum as Season 8 premieres on June 2.
Peacock's Love Island USA Season 8 premieres June 2 at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT with a new cast and Ariana Madix returning as host; ahead of the launch, Peacock posted a 'Keep it kind' message urging fans to stay positive online as expectations for the season rise following Season 7’s record viewership (18.4 billion minutes); episodes will stream daily during premiere week before settling into the Thursday–Tuesday schedule, and 'Love Island Aftersun' returns on Saturdays.
The Love Island USA Season 7 reunion airs tonight on Peacock at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT, hosted by Andy Cohen and Ariana Madix, featuring cast confrontations and behind-the-scenes moments from the season.
Peacock announced that Andy Cohen and Ariana Madix will host the Season 7 reunion of Love Island USA, premiering on August 25, featuring season highlights, winners, and fan-favorite couples, amid the show's popularity and social media impact.
Ariana Madix, host of 'Love Island USA,' urged fans to stop being abusive and harassing Islanders on social media, emphasizing the importance of kindness and understanding amid ongoing controversies and negative comments directed at contestants.
Celebrities celebrated Thanksgiving 2024 with brand partnerships and performances. Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila used their Pantalones tequila for turkey brining, while Arnold Schwarzenegger expressed gratitude for his fitness app subscribers. Natasha Rothwell appreciated Sony's graphics for a social media post. At the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Ariana Madix performed on the Peacock float, and Cole Escola made a memorable appearance riding a flamingo. The holiday was marked by a blend of family, festivities, and brand synergy.
Ariana Madix delivered a standout performance of "Lovefool" at the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade shortly after being cut from "Vanderpump Rules" as Bravo announced a complete cast overhaul for the show's upcoming season. Despite the shake-up, Madix expressed gratitude for her time on the series and excitement for future opportunities.
Bravo's reality TV show "Vanderpump Rules" is set to return for a 12th season with a completely new cast, following the fallout from the "Scandoval" affair involving Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix. The decision to reboot the show stems from cast members' refusal to film together after several contentious splits, including Madix's insistence on not working with Sandoval. The network opted for a recast rather than canceling the show for financial reasons, aiming to refresh the series with a cast that can film cohesively.
Bravo is rebooting 'Vanderpump Rules' with a new cast for Season 12, prompting reactions from original stars like Ariana Madix, Lisa Vanderpump, and Lala Kent. Madix expressed gratitude for her time on the show, which gained significant attention during the 'Scandoval' affair. Vanderpump thanked the cast and fans for their support over the years, while Kent and Katie Maloney shared mixed feelings about the end of an era. Andy Cohen also reflected on the show's impact.
Chrishell Stause seemingly shaded Tom Sandoval by excluding his photo from her Instagram post promoting 'Traitors' Season 3, leading fans to speculate she is supporting Ariana Madix following the 'Scandoval' cheating scandal. Fans celebrated the perceived snub, interpreting it as Stause aligning with Madix, whom Sandoval cheated on with Rachel Leviss. Stause had previously shown support for Madix after the affair was revealed.
Tom Sandoval deactivated his Instagram after suing ex-girlfriend Ariana Madix for accessing an explicit video of Raquel Leviss, leading fans to bash him on the Instagram account of his bar, Schwartz & Sandy’s. The lawsuit claims Madix distributed the footage without permission, following the discovery of Sandoval's affair with Leviss. Fans have called for boycotts of Sandoval's businesses and expressed support for Madix, who has moved on with a new boyfriend, Daniel Wai.
Tom Sandoval is suing ex-girlfriend Ariana Madix, accusing her of accessing and distributing explicit videos of Raquel Leviss without permission. This legal action follows a previous lawsuit by Leviss against both Sandoval and Madix, alleging revenge porn and other claims. Madix's lawyer has called Sandoval's lawsuit an attempt to "torture" her and deflect responsibility. The drama, stemming from Sandoval's affair with Leviss, has been a major storyline on "Vanderpump Rules."