Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix will appear as the host of Love Island USA season 6, replacing former host and Modern Family star Sarah Hyland. The sixth installment of the popular dating show will premiere on June 11, 2024, at 9 pm ET, as confirmed by the trailer shared by Peacock's official YouTube account.
Familiar with the world of entertainment, Ariana has been featured in shows, sitcoms, and films. She also recently made her Broadway debut by starring as Roxie Hart in the musical Chicago.
With several achievements under her belt, Ariana has an estimated net worth of $2 million, as reported by Celebrity Net Worth.
Ariana Madix has also delved into acting and other businesses
Ariana Madix quickly gained fame after joining Vanderpump Rules as a cast member in 2013. She caught host Lisa Vanderpump's attention while working at the latter's restaurants SUR and Villa Blanca.
Ariana Madix was reportedly paid at least $25,000 per episode on Vanderpump Rules.
Fans have followed her journey throughout the 11 seasons of Vanderpump Rules, and have appreciated the personality she portrayed on screen. Ariana found herself in a tough spot when she had to break up with her partner of nine years, and a fellow Vanderpump Rules cast member, Tom Sandoval due to his affair with Rachel Leviss.
Dancing with the Stars: Ariana Madix finished in third place
Ariana Madix appeared on season 32 of the dance competition Dancing with the Stars. She was coupled with her dance partner, Pasha Pashkov, and succeeded in delivering great performances, which helped her pave the way to third place.
According to Variety, the contestants of the show are allotted $125,000 for the rehearsal period and the following two weeks. If the participants successfully move ahead in the competition, they get paid accordingly. Since Ariana Madix finished third, it can be speculated that these earnings significantly add to her net worth.
Ariana's career in the film industry, and her entry into Broadway
Ariana Madix has been featured as a guest on several shows like Dads and Anger Management. She has previously appeared in other films like Killer Eye: Halloween Haunt, Dirty Dealing 3D, and more, but she made a name for herself in acting when she played police officer Karen in the film Buying Back My Daughter, which released in March 2023.
In December 2023, she shared on Instagram that she would be joining the cast of the musical Chicago to play the character of Roxie Hart for eight weeks. She expressed how thrilled she was to get the opportunity to star in the long-running hit musical. In an interview on Live with Kelly and Mark, she said:
"It's just the biggest dream come true. I cannot believe this is real life. I'm going to cry."
Ariana's current business ventures, and her debut as Love Island USA season 6 host
Apart from indulging in show business, Ariana also runs a few other businesses that contribute to her wealth significantly. She has authored a New York Times bestseller, titled Single AF Cocktails: Drinks for Bad B*tches, where she shares the recipes of 60 cocktails, which according to her is her "breakup album," reflecting the ups and downs of her personal life.
Ariana has opened a sandwich shop, Something About Her, with her fellow Vanderpump Rules co-star, Katie Maloney. The store opened its doors on May 22 and promises to deliver "nostalgia" and "spark joy with every bite."
As of 2024, Ariana is ready to return with a new role, hosting Love Island USA Season 6, replacing former host, Sarah Hyland. Confirmed to premiere on June 11, the new host expressed her thrill to be the host of the show. She says in the trailer:
"I got a text! Ariana Madix, will you host Peacock's Love Island USA? Yes!"
With a new season and a new host, Love Island USA will also feature a new location, Fiji. Fans of Ariana are excited to see her take on a new role in the beloved dating show Love Island USA.