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First American Love Island UK Winner Toni Laites Eyes UK TV Career

She plans to build a UK television career using her prize share to clear student debt rather than splurge.

Overview

  • Toni Laites became the first American to win Love Island UK, securing victory alongside partner Cach Mercer with 33.5% of the public vote.
  • The pair split the £50,000 prize equally, leaving each with £25,000 to allocate.
  • At an ITV Reality event Laites said she plans to pursue a career in television presenting.
  • She intends to use her £25,000 prize share to pay off student loans and invest rather than splurge on luxury items.
  • ITV is in early talks to develop a spin-off series featuring Laites and Mercer as hosts.