How Is ‘Love Island USA’ Filmed? Ariana Madix Shares BTS Facts.

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It’s officially Love Island USA season, which means it’s time to clock in for six nights a week of flirtation and drama at the villa in Fiji. Loyal fans of the Peacock reality series know pretty well what to expect, from stomach-turning food-related challenges to the inevitable chaos of Casa Amor. But there’s a lot that goes into making a hit reality show, especially one that airs nearly in real-time for viewers. Even host Ariana Madix is often surprised by what happens behind the scenes to make the magic come to life.

“I’m one of those people who loves seeing how the sausage is made,” Madix tells Elite Daily. As a superfan before she took over hosting in Season 6, she found it “really interesting” to see how the villa operates. She watches the episodes to keep up with th...