Netflix is set to dropTemptation Islandseason 9 on March 12, and it is time to meet the couples who will be putting their relationships to the ultimate test. The reality show, which originally premiered in the early 2000s before going on a hiatus and then revamping in 2019, is now making its Netflix debut.Temptation Islandalso has international versionsranging from the Netherlands to South Africa, Spain, and more. While the show has found a new home, the format remains unchanged—couples will enter the tropical paradise full of attractive individuals ready to test their relationships.
TemptationIslandseason 9 will feature 24 tempters and temptresses, with couples facing intense challenges as they watch select clips of their partner’s interactions. Mark L. Walberg returns as the host ofTemptation Islandseason 9, guiding the contestants through the emotional rollercoaster. The upcoming season will have ten drama-packed episodes—slightly shorter than the previous USA-run seasons, which featured12 episodes. Meet the four couples who will step away from their committed relationships to explore new possibilitiesonceTemptation Islandseason 9 debuts.
Shanté Glover & Brion G. Whitley
They Have Been Dating For A Year
Brion G. Whitley, a medical and pharmaceutical sales professional, has been in a relationship with Shanté Glover, a clinical healthcare and Pilates instructor, for a year. While the two have been considering starting a family, Shanté remainshesitant due to Brion’s past infidelity earlier in their relationship.Her trust in him has been shaken, especially since he’s expressed interest in bringing someone else into their bedroom. Based on theTemptation Islandseason 9 trailer, their relationship appears to be headed for turbulence, with Brion ominously hinting at trouble in paradise (viaNetflix).
“There might be some trouble in the house, trouble in paradise.”
He’s later caught saying:
“Do any of these girls in this house fit my threesome fantasy? Yeah!”
Later in the trailer, Shanté says that Brion wouldn’t have done what he did in the real world,suggesting that Brion could have fallen into temptation. The couple who joinedTemptation Islandon 9, looking forward to finding ways to strengthen their relationship after experiencing some communication problems, might end up separating. Still, Brion remains optimistic.
Speaking toTudum, Brion said he hoped to listen more and be patient in conversations with Shanté, who has expressed her desire to be heard. Based on their Instagram pages, the couple seems to have different hobbies—Brion is passionate about basketball, while Shanté loves the gym and Pilates. It will be interesting to see if their relationship will stand the challenges ahead.
Ashley Moore & Grant Larsen
They Have Been On And Off Again For Over A Year
Ashley Moore and Grant Larsenhave been on and off for a while due to Grant’s infidelity, which has given Ashley massive trust issues. Grant is a business owner and the founder of a beachwear company, Amora Beachwear. He enjoys traveling. His Instagram revealed he’s been to Italy, Mykonos, France, and more. Ashley, who’s an accountant, enjoys traveling and yoga. She has also been to several countries, including Bali, Cancún, Mexico, and the Bahamas.
Ashley plans to prioritize her needs onceTemptation Islandpremieres. She hopes to reconnect with her “carefree self” with a little help from potential suitors. Grant is ready to demonstrate he’s a changed man and feels ready to “hold up to the temptation.” It might be difficult, sinceGrant admits he finds it hard to resist a woman who can “have fun.” He hopes that by resisting the temptation, Ashley will let go of the past and remain loving to him and his daughter from a previous relationship.
Alexa Santamaria & Pasqualino Massimo Troisi
They Have Been Together For Three Years
Alexa Santamaria and Pasqualino Massimo Troisi AKA Lino, both 28, have been together for over three years. They want toensure their connection is authentic before settling down. Lino, a personal trainer, is looking forward to seeing if there’s anyone else he could connect with onTemptation Island. As for Alexa, she’s interested in discovering her independence and hopes the experience will help her know what type of partner she needs in her life. However, the twoTemptation Islandcast membersare afraid that the show’s “high pressure” might put their relationship at risk, especially based on their rocky start.
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When their relationship began, Alexa lied about dating other people while they were meant to be exclusive, making Lino feel like a second option. Notably, Lino has had to put his life on hold while trying to adapt to Alexa’s career ambition, with the couple moving across the country thrice. Alexa works as a labor and delivery travel nurse,and it seems like Lino has been the one making sacrifices this entire time.So, getting onTemptation Islandwill let the two see how solid their relationship is.
Tayler Byrd and Tyler Breshears
Their Relationship Started Off Quickly
Tyler Breshears, 27, and 30-year-old Tayler Byrd’s relationship took off almost immediately after Tyler ended his six-year marriage. Jumping into something new so quickly meant that he hadn’t explored other options, making him the best candidate forTemptation Island. Having fun is not his primary goal,as he hopes to understand himself well and what he needs in a relationship.
On the other hand, Tayler is looking for a commitment. She hopes Tyler will gain clarity about what he wants and ultimately choose her with confidence. As for Tyler, he isn’t too concerned about Tayler being tempted—since she’s older, she has already played the field and is now looking for something serious. Time will tell if their relationship will survive onceTemptation Islandseason 9 debuts on Netflix on March 12. Below are details about the tempters and temptress.
30 years old
Entrepreneur/Professional basketball player
29 years old
31 years old
Residential construction project manager
36 years old
Director of tech sales
23 years old
Solar sales
28 years old
Owner of a candy company
Director of sales
Project manager
Fitness trainer
26 years old
24 years old
Influencer/Content creator/Jeweler
27 years old
Model/TV personality/Actress/Entrepreneur
Fitness influencer
Nightlife hospitality
Dental assistant
Aesthetic dermatology
Personal assistant
Director of brands and special events
Nanny/Model
Temptation Islandseason 9 will be available on March 12 on Netflix.
Temptation Island
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Temptation Island, released in 2019, is a reboot of the 2001 reality series. It follows couples as they travel to a tropical paradise to test their relationships and decide whether they are ready to commit to one another for the rest of their lives.
