“Love Island” is the latest series to reach watercooler TV status, widely watched and discussed, especially on social media. VanArendonk, from “Vulture,” said the frequency of episodes — five episodes, plus one recap discussion episode a week — has helped create that buzz, and could be the reason people are craving to watch it in person.

Cierra Ortega apologized for using a racial slur in past social media posts following her firing from "Love Island USA."

Former “Love Island USA" reality contestant Cierra Ortega addressed her prior use of an anti-Asian slur just days after she was abruptly removed from the show.