The latest cast of Temptation Island appeared on “The Viall Files” to discuss all the drama from season 9. Alexa Santamaria and Lino Troisi shared their experience on the show, revealing that they got engaged in the finale. The show puts couples in separate villas with tempters hoping to come between them, but Alexa and Lino remained faithful to each other throughout the experiment. However, the other couples on the show did not have the same success, leading to conflicts over what went wrong.
Lino picked Alexa’s dream ring on the show, getting an emerald-cut ring with a gold band made overnight in L.A. and proposing the next day. He had been planning to propose secretly and surprised Alexa after the final bonfire. Their communication has improved since the show, and they have not had any serious fights since returning. Tyler and Tayler, on the other hand, had a heated discussion over their split on the show and accusations made against each other.
Tyler revealed that he is now dating someone named Lauren and became exclusive in September 2024, a few months after the show wrapped up. He defended himself against accusations from Tayler that he paraded Lauren around right after the show. Grant also shared his regrets about cheating on Ashley with temptress Natalie on the show, acknowledging that he should have handled the situation differently and learned from his mistakes. He admitted to being stuck in a love triangle between the two women.
The cast members continue to have unresolved issues and conflicting perceptions of what happened on the show, leading to heated discussions during the reunion on “The Viall Files.” They addressed their relationships post-show and how they have navigated challenges and conflicts. Overall, the experience on Temptation Island has had a lasting impact on the cast members, with some finding strength and growth in their relationships while others continue to struggle with the aftermath of their actions on the show. The reunion provided an opportunity for the cast to confront their feelings and share their perspectives on what transpired during the season.
