Emily Salch

Emily Salch arrived at the Love Island USA Season 1 villa on Day 18 as a bombshell from Binghamton, New York, representing the LGBTQ+ community on the show. Despite entering late in the competition, Emily made a strong impression and formed a connection with Weston Richey that took them to a fourth-place finish. Her presence on the show helped bring visibility to LGBTQ+ contestants in the Love Island franchise. Emily proved that late arrivals can still make meaningful connections and leave a lasting impact on the villa.