WINTER WINNERS
Who won winter Love Island 2023? A look back at Kai Fagan & Sanam Harrinanan £50K prize plus where the couple are now
Including why the pair have steered away from fame
WINTER Love Island 2023 was won by PE teacher Kai Fagan and social worker Sanam Harrinanan.
The pair were loved by fans throughout the show and they'll be happy to hear another series is just around the corner.
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Who won winter Love Island 2023?
Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan were crowned the winners of the second ever series of winter Love Island in March 2023.
After host Maya Jama revealed the result of the public vote, the emotional couple couldn't believe their luck as they shared a sweet embrace.
Ron Hall and Lana Jenkins came behind the duo in second place.
Speaking about his first impressions of Sanam, Kai told Maya during the finale: "Literally she blew me away straight away."
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While Sanam added: "For me, it was always Kai. I always said he was my number one."
The pair went on to move in together and often share updates with their fans on social media and YouTube series The Kai and Sanam Show.
Who was in the winter Love Island final?
The winter 2023 Love Island series saw contestants go through plenty of ups and down, tears, and drama.
But after the 58 days in the famous villa, only one couple could be crowned winner.
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The results went as follows:
- Kai Fagan and Sanam Harrinanan - FIRST PLACE
- Ron Hall and Lana Jenkins - SECOND PLACE
- Tom Clare and Samie Elishi - THIRD PLACE
- Shaq Muhammad and Tanya Manhenga - FOURTH PLACE
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How much money did Kai and Sanam win?
Kai and Sanam became £50,000 richer when they won Love Island.
They had similar ideas when it came to what they wanted to invest the money into.
This included projects to help children after enjoying some time off together.
I am going to be soppy but I am going to give my mum some of course because it's just me and mum so I have got to support her as well.
Sanam Harrinanan
Sanam also said she wanted give her mum a chunk of her winnings.
Appearing on The Morning After podcast, she said: "I am going to be soppy but I am going to give my mum some of course because it's just me and mum so I have got to support her as well."
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The couple's idea to help children comes from Kai working as a PE teacher and Sanam as a social worker.
Kai said he wanted set up a business that will encourage children to take up physical activity.
"Before I came in here I wanted to start up a business and help kids get into physical activity," he said.
Are Kai and Sanam really engaged?
Kai popped the question to Sanam in April 2024 while the pair went punting.
The former PE teacher got down on one knee, with Sanam saying yes straight away.
They took to social media to share the happy news as they returned to their hotel room which was decorated for the occasion.
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Kai surprised Sanam with a room full of balloons as one set spelled out the words "She said yes".
Revealing their engagement, Kai posted on Instagram saying: "Introducing the next Mrs Fagan.
"Beautiful, caring, loving and smart are just some of the words that describe you.
"I love loving you, I love you and I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you."
How long have Kai and Sanam been together?
Kai and Sanam have been an item ever since they met on Love Island in early 2023.
What makes Sanam and I different is that you have to decide what you want more – the fame that comes with the show, or the person you’re in a relationship with.
Kai Fagan
They took their relationship to the next level pretty quickly as they moved in together just months after leaving the dating show.
Talking about how excited he was to move in together, Kai said: "I know it might only be small but it's our first home together. It's a massive step.
"We're loving it so far."
Sanam and Kai have previously said that they decided to focus on having a normal life together rather then lean into the fame Love Island can provide.
You get invited to parties but we wanted each other more than that lifestyle. We enjoy every moment together and we do things the other person is interested in, too.
Kai Fagan
The two of them have since returned to normal jobs and said that they wanted to focus on their relationship rather than fame.
Kai said: "What makes Sanam and I different is that you have to decide what you want more – the fame that comes with the show, or the person you’re in a relationship with.
"You get invited to parties but we wanted each other more than that lifestyle. We enjoy every moment together and we do things the other person is interested in, too."
Love Island winners - where they are now
Every year Love Island opens its doors to more sexy Islanders who are hoping for a holiday romance that could turn into more.
Here we take you though all of the Love Island winners so far and what their relationship statuses are now:
2024 - The first ever All stars spin off show was won by Molly Smith and Tom Clare. STATUS: Still together.
2023 - Jess Harding and Sammy Root took home the 50K, and won the summer 2023 Love Island. STATUS: Broken up.
2023 - The first series of 2023 saw Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan crowned Love Island winners in South Africa. STATUS: Still together.
2022 - Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu's time in the villa was anything but a smooth ride, but they managed to win the public's hearts - and the ITV2 reality show. STATUS: Broken up.
2021 - Liam Reardon and Millie Court were announced winners of Love Island 2021. STATUS: Still together.
2020 - The first ever winter Love Island saw Paige Turley and Finn Tapp crowned winners after falling in love on the show. STATUS: Broken up.
2019 - Series 5 saw Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague runners up to winners Greg O'Shea and Amber Gill, who met in the last few days of the series. STATUS: Broken up.
2018 - It wasn't surprising fan favourites Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer won the show, as they were strong throughout. But sadly things didn't last. STATUS: Broken up.
2017 - Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies had lots of ups and downs in the villa but went on to win the show. STATUS: Broken up.
2016 - Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde were together form the start of the series, and since they won show have two kids and are married. STATUS: Still together.
2015 - Despite poor Jess Hayes being Max Morley's second choice on the show, they did win - but they didn't last as a couple. STATUS: Broken up.
When does Love Island 2024 start?
The next series of Love Island is set to return on Monday June 3, 2024.
It will launch at 9pm as part of a multichannel takeover on ITV1, ITV2, ITVX, STV and STV Player.
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It will continue on ITV2 and ITVX for the rest of the series.
Love Island: Aftersun will also return live from London every Sunday on ITV2 and ITVX hosted by Maya Jama.
Who are the Love Island 2024 contestants?
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Patsy Field
Patsy Field
The Sun revealed how Love Island has reportedly signed stunning Patsy Field, who is an Influencer with a disability.
Patsy is 29 from London and has Erb's Palsy.
This means one of her arms is shorter than the other and has less function.
She has spoken out on social media about her disability in the past.
She said: "One thing you guys don't know about me is I have a disability. I have never spoken about it on here before because I am a bit self-conscious about it to be honest.
"Pretty much everyone says they don't notice it, or they have never noticed it before but once I tell you go back and look through my old videos, you'll be able to spot it."
Samantha Kenny
Samantha Kenny from Liverpool could be entering the Love Island villa this summer.
The 27-year-old works in a beauty salon as a make-up artist.
Samantha is no stranger to social media as she's often seen posting on Instagram.
Grace Jackson
Grace Jackson is a Manchester-based model.
The influencer is already followed by famous faces such as Molly-Mae Hague and Conor McGregor.
The 25-year-old works for the agency MM Models.
She has enjoyed an incredible career so far and has already collaborated with some big brands.
This includes Fashion Nova and postar Rihanna's lingerie brand, Savage X Fenty.
Ciaran Davies
Welshman Ciaran Davies is set to enter the Majorca villa.
A source told us: ";Ciaran caught the eye of Love Island bosses immediately.
"He's gorgeous with a fit athletic build that will send the girls in the villa wild, but he's also a sweet boy next door from Wales to boot.
"He's the kind of lad you could happily take home to your mum.
"He's been in talks with bosses for weeks and is set to jet out to the villa in Majorca in the coming week or so."
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