Belle Hassan, a fan favorite from Love Island’s 2019 series, is back in the villa for Love Island: All Stars. The 27-year-old makeup artist has entered the show with a new look and a clear mission: to find a serious relationship. In interviews before the show, she openly discussed her past, her current mindset, and why this experience is a personal test for her.
Belle first found fame on the show’s fifth season, where she entered as a Casa Amor bombshell and coupled up with Anton Danyluk. Their romance continued briefly after the show but ended just five weeks after leaving the villa. Now, six years later, Belle is returning to the reality dating series with a transformed appearance—swapping her signature blonde hair for a brunette style—and a more confident attitude. She admits she is in “single mode” and ready for a new chapter.
Belle Hassan’s Mindset and Mission for Love Island All Stars
Belle has been very clear about what she wants from her second chance on television. She told interviewers she is ready to find her “husband” and is tired of heartbreak. She views the structured environment of the Love Island villa as a helpful shortcut in the modern dating world.
“If the universe is giving it to me, why not?” Belle said about the opportunity. “I’m not very good at picking my own boyfriends. So if we fast track the slow, long, annoying, process of dating… I’ve got to live with them. I love that. So that’s sort of why really.”
She also warned any potential partners about her deal-breakers, listing men who think the world revolves around them and those who play games as immediate turn-offs. Belle emphasized she is not interested in “chasing” someone who isn’t fully interested in her.
Reflecting on Her Past Relationship with Anton Danyluk
A major part of Belle’s story on All Stars is her history with fellow Islander Anton Danyluk. The two met during the Casa Amor twist in 2019 and left the show together, but their relationship was rocky. A famous blow-up occurred during a “Snog, Marry, Pie” game when Anton chose to snog another Islander, Anna Vakili, leading to a heated argument.
Their relationship ended shortly after the show. Reports at the time indicated Belle called it off after seeing pictures of Anton partying in Ibiza and feeling he was more excited about meeting his idol, singer Craig David, than nurturing their new relationship.
With Anton having appeared on the first All Stars season in 2024, many wondered how Belle would feel about a potential villa reunion. She addressed this directly before entering the show.
“Do you know what? I wouldn’t mind seeing Anton again. He’s alright,” Belle stated. “I’ve seen him a few times since we split up, but we’ve never had that tough, hitting conversation about things from when we were together.”
She added that being in the villa could force a necessary conversation, joking, “It’d be nice to sort of have him where he can’t escape from me.” However, she was firm that there would be no romantic rekindling, noting, “He’s definitely an ex for a reason.”
Anton Danyluk’s Reaction and Social Media Post
After the All Stars lineup was announced, Anton Danyluk posted a lengthy response on his social media. He shared a photo of himself with Belle and wrote, “My ex is back, so what does that mean for me?” He said he was not surprised to see her on the show and wished her “nothing but the best,” calling her one of the kindest people you could meet.
He then used the post to promote his fitness coaching platform, stating that going back to reality TV would be a “massive step backwards” for him and that he has found his true purpose in fitness. The post received mixed reactions from fans, with some suggesting he made Belle’s return “all about him.”
Belle Hassan’s Dramatic New Look and Fan Reactions
One of the first things viewers noticed when Belle entered the All Stars villa was her dramatically different appearance. Known for her blonde hair in 2019, she has since dyed it a dark brunette color.
The change stunned many fans on social media. One viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “I didn’t even recognise Belle omg,” while another agreed, “Omg I didn’t even recognise Belle????” Others praised the new look, with one fan commenting, “Belle looks amazing with darker hair.”
Belle herself has called the transformation a “glow up.” She explained that she feels more confident and prefers being a brunette, joking, “They say blondes have more fun, but I think brunettes have more fun because I definitely have.”
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Early Villa Dynamics and Viewer Reactions
Love Island: All Stars launched on Monday, January 12, 2026, on ITV2 and ITVX. In the first episodes, the public initially coupled Belle with Sean Stone. However, the first bombshell of the series, Scott Van-der-Sluis, quickly entered and caused drama.
Scott, a 25-year-old footballer, targeted Belle and another Islander, Leanne Amaning. Viewers were quick to notice he used the same chat-up line on both women, telling each, “Wow I love your eyes.” This move was called “cringe” and labeled a “manipulator line” by fans watching at home.
Scott also directly attacked Belle’s initial partner, Sean, calling him the “worst Islander ever” during his dramatic entrance. These early events set the stage for the kind of tests and twists Belle said she was ready to face.
Belle’s famous father, actor Tamer Hassan, is fully supportive of her return. She shared that his main advice was to “go have fun” but also admitted he is nervous about “single Belle” being let loose without him. Belle described her dad as one of her best friends and said he would be most excited about hearing all the gossip when she leaves the villa.
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