Ekin-Su Vows to ‘Follow My Heart’ in Love Island: All Stars Season 2

It’s official: Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu is returning to Love Island: All Stars season 2.

The reality star exclusively confirmed to Us Weekly on Monday, January 13, that she is looking for love again — this time in South Africa.

“Coming back for All Stars is a homecoming and a full circle moment for me,” Ekin-Su, 30, told Us. “It’s about rewriting my story, overcoming traumas and having a good laugh along the way. I’m returning with more perspective — being older and wiser — and I’m ready for everyone to get to know Ekin 2.0.”

Fans were introduced to Ekin-Su in 2022 during season 8 of Love Island. Although she was crowned the winner alongside Davide Sanclimenti, the pair didn’t secure that coveted happily ever after once the cameras stopped rolling.

“My life has changed so much since 2022,” she explained. “I’ve become much more confident in who I am and now know exactly what I deserve in a relationship.”

While it’s unclear if Davide, 30, will make an appearance in season 2 of Love Island: All Stars, Ekin-Su isn’t scared of or nervous about the possibility of potentially facing any of her exes.

Instead, she vowed to “follow my heart and my gut and see what comes of it.”

“I wouldn’t let seeing my ex in the villa impact my experience,” Ekin-Su shared with Us. “My previous relationship is over for a reason and I don’t have any interest in revisiting it. I’m focused on myself and my future — leaving the past in the past. Onwards and upwards!”

Before returning to the Love Island franchise, Ekin-Su appeared on Celebrity Big Brother and The Traitors.

Because each experience was unique and different, the BPerfect Cosmetics ambassador said both shows provided a collection of valuable lessons she’ll take with her on Love Island, round two.

“I have learned how to be more mindful of reacting to things that don’t matter in the long run,” she explained. “Sometimes you just need to step away from the situation to realize that things aren’t as big of a deal as they seem.”

Before packing her bags with plenty of must-see looks from brands like Mars the Label, House of CB, Odd Muse and Outcast Clothing. Ekin-Su said she hopes her experience on Love Island: All Stars can be a symbol of moving forward after a breakup.

“I want to encourage all women, whether they’re my future castmates or viewing from home, to not fear the unknown following a heartbreak,” she explained. “Be brave, be bold and embrace every moment.”

Love Island: All Stars kicks off on January 13 and streams on ITVX in the U.K.

With reporting by Amanda Williams