Okay reality TV addicts listen up! If you have not fallen down the rabbit hole of Temptation Island on Netflix you are missing out. Seriously this show is addictive. It takes couples who are at a crossroads in their relationship ships them off to a tropical paradise and then throws in a bunch of hot singles to well tempt them. Drama? Oh you know it's overflowing.
Bonfires Breakups and Bathroom Antics: Decoding the Drama of Temptation Island Season 9
Season 9 just dropped all ten episodes on Netflix and trust me you will be yelling at your screen. This season features four couples putting their love to the ultimate test and the results are… well let's just say messy. We have got breakups makeups and betrayals galore. Let's dive into what went down with these brave (or maybe crazy?) couples:
- Ashley and Grant: Goodbye for Good (and Maybe For the Best?) Their bonfires were intense. Like shouting-match level intense. Grant somehow thought apologizing for cheating in the shower was a good move. Ashley was not impressed. She basically said "bye Felicia" to their relationship and hello to a new connection Danny. Grant was left crying. But hey they did hug it out at the end so progress?
- Shanté and Brion: The Shocking Reunion No One Saw Coming. Brion well he was a mess. Threesome in the bathroom saying "no regrets" levels of mess. Everyone thought Shanté was going to dump him for sure. Even the producers were shouting at the TV when Shanté actually decided to LEAVE with Brion. Yep you read that right. After all that drama she gave him another chance. Color us surprised and slightly concerned. Let's hope he has really learned his lesson.
- Tayler and Tyler: Too Many Tylers Too Much Trouble. Their names alone should have been a red flag right? Tyler begged Tayler to stay with him but then cheated on her pretty much immediately with Kay. Smooth move Tyler smooth move. Tayler rightfully dumped him and left the island single. Tyler then ran off with Kay. Predictable? Maybe. Dramatic? Absolutely.
- Alexa and Lino: The Fairytale Ending (Is It Real?). These two were the anomaly. They were actually loyal to each other the whole time. Lino did make a slightly cringe comment about making Alexa a "better bachelorette" but hey nobody's perfect. In the end they were all lovey-dovey and Lino actually proposed at the final bonfire. Alexa said yes. Cue the awws.
Producer Secrets Revealed: Bathroom Cameras Breakup Threats and Unexpected Reunions!
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of a show like Temptation Island? Well the producers David Goldberg and David Friedman spilled some tea in a recent interview . Turns out even they were shocked by some of the couples' choices especially Shanté and Brion getting back together . "Everyone in the truck in the control room was shouting at the screen" Friedman admitted.
They also confirmed they really try not to interfere. "In the end only they decide what's right" Friedman said emphasizing the show is about testing relationships not forcing breakups or makeups. But they do admit they have to talk to cast members who are having second thoughts. Friedman said he tells them "There’s a reason why you came. You didn’t come to break up you didn’t come to stay together. You came to figure that out. And so you have to stay true to that commitment." Intense huh?
Other behind-the-scenes nuggets:
- Filming Schedule: It is a 17 or 18-day shoot spread over about three and a half weeks with off days for cast and crew. Bonfires happen every few days sometimes expected sometimes not.
- Villa Location: One villa was closer to production setup than the other due to location availability. No secret escapes though the villas are far enough apart.
- Bathroom Cameras (and Lack Thereof): Grant's bathroom HAD a camera and he knew it. Brion's bathroom did NOT. That's why Grant's shower scene was shown but not Brion's bathroom escapades. Producers insist it wasn't censorship just a matter of camera placement.
- Sleeping Arrangements: Women slept in bunk beds in a guesthouse about 60 feet from the main house. Singles can be invited to stay over but it's not forced.
- Mark L. Walberg's Hosting Skills: Producers rave about host Mark L. Walberg. They say he is incredible at guiding the bonfires and connecting with the cast in those emotional moments. He does not get told the outcomes beforehand so his reactions are genuine.
Are Alexa and Lino the Real Deal? Instagram Clues Point to "Yes!"
Amidst all the chaos Alexa and Lino emerged as the season's "success story" getting engaged at the final bonfire. But are they still together now that the cameras are off? Well internet sleuths have been doing some digging and the evidence looks promising.
They still follow each other on Instagram. Big check mark there. They both posted photos from a trip to Italy around October of last year. Another good sign. They also pop up frequently on each other's Instagram grids. All signs point to coupledom.
And then there is Lino's recent Instagram post. He recreated the scene where he asked Alexa's dad for his blessing to propose. He is wearing the same hat FaceTiming with "Alexa's dad" with the actual scene playing on TV in the background. Why would he do that if they were not still together? Seems like a pretty strong hint that these two are making it work post-Temptation Island.
Temptation Island Season 9: Couples' Final Decisions at a Glance
- Ashley and Grant: Split Up. Ashley left with Danny Grant left alone.
- Shanté and Brion: Stayed Together. Left the island as a couple.
- Tayler and Tyler: Split Up. Tayler left alone Tyler left with Kay.
- Alexa and Lino: Engaged and Still Together (Likely!). Left the island engaged.
Why Are We So Hooked? The Addictive Allure of Temptation Island
Let's be real Temptation Island is basically relationship train wreck TV but we cannot look away. Why is it so captivating? Maybe it is the drama the beautiful people the tropical location or the sheer audacity of the premise. It is fascinating to watch these couples confront their relationship issues in such an extreme and public way. It is a wild ride of emotions betrayals and maybe just maybe some surprising moments of growth and connection. Plus let's be honest it is just really good guilty pleasure viewing.
Ready for the Temptation? Stream Season 9 Now on Netflix!
If you are ready to dive into the drama and see for yourself who survives temptation and who crumbles under pressure Temptation Island Season 9 is waiting for you on Netflix. Grab your popcorn get ready to yell at your TV and prepare to be thoroughly entertained. Just maybe do not try this experiment at home unless you are really really brave… or slightly crazy.