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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    Goodbye ‘The Bachelor.’ Reality TV fans are falling for ‘Love Island’

    Once dominated by ceremonies and roses, reality TV dating is leveling up. “Love Island” has real-time twists, social media presence, and viewing parties.

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    By Madeleine Brand • Jul 15, 2025 • 1 min read

    Once dominated by ceremonies and roses, reality TV dating is leveling up. “Love Island” has real-time twists, social media presence, and viewing parties.

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