Ariana Madix says goodbye as 'Love Island USA' host, prepares for Broadway return

Ariana Madix is wrapping up her memorable experience as the host of "Love Island USA" season 6. 

The Vanderpump Rules star shared her reflections in a heartfelt Instagram post on Monday, July 22, one day after the season finale, which saw Serena Page and Kordell Beckham crowned winners.

“Thank you to everyone at @loveislandusa for everything you do to bring this show to life from the art department to the music to being in my ear every night 🥰,” Madix wrote. She expressed her gratitude to the entire team and the cast, adding, “Thank you to these islanders who gave us magic.”

In her post, Madix posed with the winning couple and other finalists, celebrating the successful season in Fiji. “Each one of you is so important to what made this season so special and you are all amazing. 💖,” she noted. She concluded by saying, “I know we are all missing you guys already!”

Madix described her six weeks in Fiji as “truly something special.” She mentioned that hosting the show felt magical from the very first night, and she cherished getting to know the cast during their conversations. 

She admitted to PEOPLE that she would have loved to see more of the Islanders' interactions on screen.

With her hosting duties over, Madix is now preparing for her return to Broadway. She will reprise her role as Roxie Hart in the Tony-winning revival of Chicago from August 1 through September 1. 

Madix revealed that she had been rehearsing for her Broadway role while in Fiji, practicing her vocal warmups and dance moves despite the busy schedule.

Madix's Broadway return follows her successful debut in January, which ran for 10 weeks and broke box office records. 

Fans of "Love Island USA" can look forward to a reunion episode hosted by Madix, premiering on Peacock on August 14.