Amaya Espinal, the triumphant winner of Love Island USA, has inked a deal with Gersh and Untitled Entertainment, securing comprehensive representation across all facets of her burgeoning career. Having claimed victory alongside her partner Bryan Arenales in Season 7 of the Peacock dating saga, Amaya, affectionately known as "Amaya Papaya," has endeared herself to fans with her authenticity and infectious positivity.
Stepping into the Fiji villa on Day 5 as a bombshell entrant, Amaya swiftly found herself entangled in a love triangle with Ace Greene and Chelley Bissainthe. Her earnest attempts to forge connections, marked by effusive warmth and genuine intentions, were at times misunderstood by fellow Islanders. However, it was during the pivotal "Stand on Business" challenge that viewers finally recognized Amaya's genuine motivations for being in the villa. This challenge marked a turning point, as Bryan rose to her defense, shedding light on her loving and warm demeanor as a fellow Latino.
This moment of crystalline clarity propelled Amaya into an introspective journey, uncovering the depths of her bond with Bryan, which culminated in their heartfelt discovery of love and a triumphant victory that rewarded them with a $100,000 prize. Love Island USA has soared to the pinnacle of cultural phenomena, with its seventh season dominating the streaming reality charts for an impressive five weeks in a row. An impressive 40% of Season 7's audience consisted of fresh faces, while the series also garnered Peacock's largest-ever mobile audience for an entertainment series, with over 30% of viewers tuning in on their handheld devices, further enhancing the show's widespread appeal.
Throughout her time in the villa, Amaya garnered over 7.5 million followers across Instagram and TikTok, an impressive feat considering she managed her own social media platforms without assistance. As one of the few Islanders to do so, her authenticity shone through brightly.
Amaya's next venture will be her appearance at the Love Island USA Season 7 reunion, set to premiere on Monday, August 25, at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Peacock.
