Teddy Soares, the 30-year-old heartthrob who became a household name on Love Island in 2021, has sent fans into a frenzy by hinting at a potential return to the villa for the All Stars 2026 edition. When a curious follower asked about the possibility of seeing him back on the hit reality show, Teddy teased, “Who knows what the future holds.” The cryptic response has sparked speculation about whether the charismatic star is ready to dive back into the drama-filled world of Love Island.
Teddy’s first stint on the show was anything but uneventful. Coupled up with Faye Winter, now 28, the pair captured viewers’ hearts and finished third place in the 2021 series. However, their journey was overshadowed by a controversial moment that etched their names into Love Island history for all the wrong reasons. Faye’s explosive outburst during a heated argument with Teddy became the most complained-about moment in the show’s history, racking up an astonishing 36,324 Ofcom complaints. The altercation, branded “toxic” and “difficult to watch” by viewers, saw Faye unleash a tirade of screams and profanity after a villa pub quiz revealed Teddy kissing bombshell Clarisse. Adding fuel to the fire, Teddy’s comment to the lads that he was “technically single” sent Faye spiraling, leading to a meltdown that left fans stunned and divided.
4 Teddy Soares has hinted he could do All StarsCredit: Splash
4 His argument with Faye Winter on the show was the most complained about of all time
4 The pair ended up finishing in third place
The fallout was intense. Teddy later admitted that watching Love Island since his series has been challenging, hinting at lingering emotional scars. “I haven’t tuned into Love Island in a while—since my own series,” he revealed. “Maybe a little bit of PTSD, I don’t know.” Despite the good memories, certain clips still trigger a visceral reaction, with Teddy confessing, “My heart starts pumping.” The emotional toll was evident, particularly in scenes where Teddy broke down in tears as his relationship with Faye crumbled, prompting fans to beg producers to intervene. Faye, meanwhile, faced severe backlash, including death threats, following the aired episode.
The couple tried to make their romance work outside the villa but ultimately parted ways in February 2023. Teddy briefly found love again with Irish model Casey Boonstra, but that relationship also ended last year. Now single, Teddy’s focus has shifted to personal projects, including his podcast, but his coy response about All Stars suggests he might be ready to give love—and the villa—another shot.
The 2021 episode remains a defining moment in Love Island’s legacy, with Faye’s outburst cementing her as the show’s most complained-about contestant. Yet, Teddy’s potential return could offer a chance at redemption, a new love story, or even more unforgettable drama. As fans eagerly await confirmation, one thing is clear: if Teddy steps back into the villa, all eyes will be on him.