The $100,000 Curse: 7 Shocking Love Island US Season 3 Couples Who Split (2025 Update)
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Love Island US Season 3 Finalists: Biography and Relationship Status (2025)
The third season of *Love Island USA* was filmed in the stunning Hawaiian islands and delivered a rollercoaster of emotions, love triangles, and unexpected exits. The four final couples left the villa with high hopes, but their journeys since have been a testament to the challenges of maintaining a reality TV romance.Korey Gandey & Olivia Kaiser (Winners)
- Korey Gandey: Age 28 (at time of show), Occupation: Rental Car Agent, Hometown: Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- Olivia Kaiser: Age 28 (at time of show), Occupation: Business Owner, Hometown: Anchorage, Alaska.
- Final Status: Split.
- Post-Show Journey: Korey and Olivia were a surprise pairing, ultimately winning the $100,000 prize over fan-favorites Kyra and Will. Their relationship, however, did not survive long outside the villa, and they announced their split shortly after the season finale aired. The winners confirmed they transitioned back to being friends.
Kyra Lizama & Will Moncada (Runners-Up)
- Kyra Lizama: Age 23 (at time of show), Occupation: Budtender, Hometown: Hawaii.
- Will Moncada: Age 26 (at time of show), Occupation: Budtender/Personal Trainer, Hometown: Colombia/Los Angeles.
- Final Status: Split.
- Post-Show Journey: Despite their strong connection and finishing as runners-up, Kyra and Will’s relationship was tumultuous and faced intense scrutiny from fans, particularly after Casa Amor. They initially broke up but then recoupled for a period. However, in a definitive update, Kyra Lizama confirmed on social media that she is now single, ending the on-again, off-again saga that fans had followed closely.
Jeremy Hershberg & Bailey Marshall (Third Place)
- Jeremy Hershberg: Age 27 (at time of show), Occupation: Personal Trainer/Model, Hometown: New York.
- Bailey Marshall: Age 23 (at time of show), Occupation: Marketing Student, Hometown: Portland, Oregon.
- Final Status: Split.
- Post-Show Journey: Jeremy had a complicated journey through the season, coupling with several Islanders before connecting with late arrival Bailey. They seemed promising, finishing third, but ultimately ended their relationship a few months after the show concluded, confirming the trend that even the final couples struggled to make it work.
Alana Paolucci & Charlie Lynch (Fourth Place)
- Alana Paolucci: Age 28 (at time of show), Occupation: Model/Actress, Hometown: New York.
- Charlie Lynch: Age 25 (at time of show), Occupation: Trucking Business Owner, Hometown: Houston, Texas.
- Final Status: Split.
- Post-Show Journey: Alana and Charlie were the last couple to make it to the finale. Their connection was brief but strong enough to secure the final spot. Like the other finalists, their romance was short-lived outside the villa, and they quietly ended things soon after the season.
The Fan-Favorite Couples Who Didn't Last
While the winning couple and runners-up often grab the headlines, *Love Island USA* Season 3 was defined by several other iconic pairings that captured the hearts of the audience. These relationships were perhaps even more dramatic and highly followed, but unfortunately, they also fell victim to the "Love Island curse."The Heartbreaking Saga of Cashay and Cinco
One of the most talked-about storylines of the season involved Cashay Proudfoot and Melvin "Cinco" Holland Jr. Their on-screen relationship was a complex love triangle involving Trina Njoroge, a psychiatric nurse from Renton, Washington. Cashay and Cinco's connection was undeniable, leading to a fan movement that saw them briefly reunite after Cinco’s initial elimination. The couple, affectionately known as "CashCo," continued their romance outside the villa, traveling and spending time together, much to the delight of their followers. However, after a period of on-again, off-again status, they officially announced their breakup on social media, confirming that their passionate but complicated relationship had finally ended. Cashay, a fan-favorite, has since focused on her modeling career and personal brand.Josh and Shannon's Dramatic Exit
The coupling of Shannon St. Clair and Josh Goldstein was one of the most stable and intense pairings of the season. Shannon, a former college athlete, and Josh, a baseball player, had a fiery but committed relationship from the start. Their time on the show came to an abrupt end when Josh received tragic news about a family emergency and chose to leave the villa immediately, with Shannon choosing to leave alongside him. Their dramatic exit was a defining moment of the season, and for a time, they seemed to be the couple most likely to succeed. They continued dating for almost a year after the show, a significant achievement for a *Love Island* couple. However, in 2022, they released a joint statement confirming their split, meaning no couples from the original villa pairing remain together as of 2025.Where Are the Other Season 3 Islanders Now?
The true measure of a season's success often lies in the post-show careers and public life of its contestants. While the romantic connections may have faded, many Islanders have successfully leveraged their reality TV fame into thriving careers as influencers, models, and entrepreneurs.The Casa Amor Islanders and Early Exits
The infamous Casa Amor twist introduced several new faces, including Gabe Sadowsky, a personal trainer, and Leslie Golden, a model. While these Islanders didn't find lasting love on the show, their brief appearances added significant drama to the main villa relationships. Other notable Islanders from the season include Aimee Flores, who initially coupled up with Wes Ogsbury before their relationship also ended post-show. Trina Njoroge, a central figure in the Cashay/Cinco love triangle, has continued her work as a psychiatric nurse while also maintaining a strong social media presence. The overwhelming reality for the *Love Island USA* Season 3 cast is that the environment of the villa, while conducive to forming intense bonds, rarely translates to long-term success. The pressures of the outside world, distance, and media attention proved too much for the couples.Key Entities and Islander Roll Call:
- Korey Gandey (Winner)
- Olivia Kaiser (Winner)
- Kyra Lizama (Runners-Up)
- Will Moncada (Runners-Up)
- Shannon St. Clair
- Josh Goldstein
- Melvin "Cinco" Holland Jr.
- Cashay Proudfoot (Fan-Favorite)
- Trina Njoroge (Psychiatric Nurse)
- Jeremy Hershberg
- Bailey Marshall
- Alana Paolucci
- Charlie Lynch
- Aimee Flores
- Wes Ogsbury
- Florita Diaz
- Gabe Sadowsky
- Leslie Golden
- K-Ci Maultsby
- Elly Steffen
- Genevieve Shawcross
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