“Love Island USA” contestants Iris Kendall and TJ Palma appear to be reconnecting following the season’s end, sparking speculation about their relationship status. The two were seen together Monday night in Los Angeles, shortly after returning from Fiji where the show was filmed.
TMZ published video footage showing the former islanders embracing, chatting, and sharing laughs outside TJ’s temporary residence. According to the outlet, Iris and TJ spent roughly two hours walking and talking before heading into his place, where fellow contestant Austin Shepard later joined them.
😂😂😂😂😂 iris and tj, this season of love island us was full of fake couples, that’s why huda left alone 👏👏pic.twitter.com/VUVj9so73m
— yo mas (@yomas70417596) July 15, 2025
The reunion comes just days after the show’s finale, where Iris had advanced to the final four with Pepe Garcia, whom she coupled up with after TJ’s earlier elimination from the villa. Iris and Pepe were last seen together at the airport, holding hands and appearing affectionate as they left Fiji with other finalists.
-TMZ.
However, the dynamics appear to have shifted once the group returned to the United States. While Iris made her way to TJ’s place in LA—reportedly dropped off by friends—Pepe returned to Orange County to visit family and his dog, opting out of the group’s Los Angeles meet-up.
During his time on the show, TJ expressed hopes of rekindling his connection with Iris once filming ended. Based on their recent interaction, it seems he may be getting that opportunity.
It remains unclear where things stand between Iris and either of the men, but fans are closely watching for developments. Whether this LA meetup leads to a rekindled romance or a brief catch-up remains to be seen. For now, speculation continues to swirl around who Iris might ultimately choose.
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