Toni Laites in talks for unscripted reality spinoff after Love Island win
TOI World Desk | TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Aug 06, 2025, 22:54 IST
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Love Island UK's Toni Laites, a fan favorite from Season 12, is in talks for a new reality series following her life in Las Vegas. The show would feature her TikTok-famous mother, Lipglossles, and potentially other Love Island finalists. ITV is considering a format similar to Made in Chelsea, aiming for a transatlantic appeal after Love Island's recent ratings surge.
Toni Laites, the American contestant who captured hearts on Love Island UK Season 12, is reportedly in early discussions for a new unscripted reality series. The potential spinoff would follow her life in Las Vegas and feature appearances from her TikTok-famous mother, known online as “Lipglossles.”
Following one of the most-watched seasons in the show’s history, Love Island 2025 has reignited the franchise’s popularity. The season saw a major boost in viewership and social media engagement, with Toni and her partner Cach Mercer emerging as clear fan favorites. The pair won the public vote in the finale, outpacing fellow finalists Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley.
ITV producers are now looking to extend the momentum with a reality series centered on Laites’ post-show life. Sources familiar with the matter say the proposed series would adopt a fly-on-the-wall format and showcase Toni’s day-to-day routines, personal relationships, and the challenges of newfound fame. Her mother, Lipglossles, who gained public attention during the family visit episode, is expected to feature prominently in the show. Her large TikTok following and on-screen charisma reportedly align well with the unscripted format under consideration.
The new show is expected to be set in Las Vegas, where Laites previously worked as a cabana server. The city’s vibrant nightlife, pool clubs, and party culture are seen as ideal for reality television and offer a contrast to the UK-based locations typically featured in similar programs. Producers are also said to be considering an ensemble cast, potentially including other finalists such as Shakira Khan, Yasmin Pettet, and Toni’s partner Cach.
ITV has not yet confirmed the project, but insiders suggest the network is exploring a format similar to Made in Chelsea or The Only Way Is Essex, with a transatlantic twist. The addition of American and British cast members is viewed as a way to attract broader audiences across both regions.
Season 12 marked a turnaround for Love Island after several years of declining ratings. With strong performances in streaming and traditional broadcast metrics, the franchise appears to be leveraging its latest success to expand its content offerings and keep audiences engaged beyond the summer broadcast window.
While no official release timeline has been announced, discussions are reportedly underway, and early social media reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. ITV is said to be monitoring public interest closely before moving forward with production plans.
Following one of the most-watched seasons in the show’s history, Love Island 2025 has reignited the franchise’s popularity. The season saw a major boost in viewership and social media engagement, with Toni and her partner Cach Mercer emerging as clear fan favorites. The pair won the public vote in the finale, outpacing fellow finalists Shakira Khan and Harry Cooksley.
ITV producers are now looking to extend the momentum with a reality series centered on Laites’ post-show life. Sources familiar with the matter say the proposed series would adopt a fly-on-the-wall format and showcase Toni’s day-to-day routines, personal relationships, and the challenges of newfound fame. Her mother, Lipglossles, who gained public attention during the family visit episode, is expected to feature prominently in the show. Her large TikTok following and on-screen charisma reportedly align well with the unscripted format under consideration.
The new show is expected to be set in Las Vegas, where Laites previously worked as a cabana server. The city’s vibrant nightlife, pool clubs, and party culture are seen as ideal for reality television and offer a contrast to the UK-based locations typically featured in similar programs. Producers are also said to be considering an ensemble cast, potentially including other finalists such as Shakira Khan, Yasmin Pettet, and Toni’s partner Cach.
ITV has not yet confirmed the project, but insiders suggest the network is exploring a format similar to Made in Chelsea or The Only Way Is Essex, with a transatlantic twist. The addition of American and British cast members is viewed as a way to attract broader audiences across both regions.
Season 12 marked a turnaround for Love Island after several years of declining ratings. With strong performances in streaming and traditional broadcast metrics, the franchise appears to be leveraging its latest success to expand its content offerings and keep audiences engaged beyond the summer broadcast window.
While no official release timeline has been announced, discussions are reportedly underway, and early social media reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. ITV is said to be monitoring public interest closely before moving forward with production plans.