Love Island USA season 6 finale aired on Sunday, July 21. The ending featured four couples vying to secure the winner's title. Each of them had a unique journey, and felt bittersweet once they realized their time at the Fijian villa was concluding.
JaNa and Kenny, Miguel and Leah, Serena and Kordell, and Kendall and Nicole were the four couples to reach the season finale. Each pair was sent on a last date before host, Ariana Madix, arrived to announce the results of the viewers' votes.
Kordell and Serena were then declared winners of Love Island USA season 6. The duo's relationship was not one without troubles. Despite facing obstacles, Serena and Kordell's love for each other emerged on top and won viewers' hearts.
Fans of the show witnessed the ups and downs of the couple's relationship. They were pleased to see them tackle hardships while respecting their love for each other. Viewers took to X to congratulate Serena and Kordell for winning the Love Island USA season 6.
"Seeing Serena and Kordell win has me in tears!! I’m so happy for them!! They deserve this!! #loveislandusa," another person tweeted.
"honestly couldn’t have been a better winner for love island, serena and kordell did their big one with this! so deserved #loveislandusa," another user tweeted.
Fans who watched Serena and Kordell's love story unfold thought their victory was well-deserved.
"Kordena shippers fought through thick and THIN for this. I’ve defended Serena down to the trenches and it was all worth it. THIS IS WHAT I CALL A REDEMPTION. #loveislandusa," a person wrote.
"Well deserving Congratulations kordell and serena #LoveIslandUSA," another fan wrote.
"Congratulations to my winners and the winners of Love Island USA, Serena and Kordell. It was amazing watching your love story and I wish y’all all the best. I will miss you so much #loveislandusa," one used commented.
Although the other three Love Island USA couples put up a tough competition, viewers were ecstatic about Serena and Kordell winning.
"LEAH AND MIGUEL GOT SECOND #loveislandusa GOT EXACTLY WHAT I WANTED SO #HER STANS CAN PIPE DOWN! Congrats Serena and Kordell, truly deserved," one person wrote.
"YESSS SERENA AND KORDELL WON!!!!!!! TEAM KORDENA WE DID IT!!!!!!! Love wins!!!! #loveislandusa," another fan commented.
"MY WINNERS !!! SERENA AND KORDELL ARE THE BEST LOVE ISLAND COUPLE TO GRACE OUR PRESENCE LIKEEE #loveislandusa," a netizen tweeted.
Serena and Kordell's journey on Love Island USA season 6
Serena and Kordell coupled up on the first night of the show. Impressed by her contagious laughter, Kordell knew he could build a connection with her. While he tried to make their relationship progress, Serena hesitated to open up. However, this did not dissuade Kordell from pursuing Serena.
Serena considered exploring other options and went on a date with Love Island USA 'bombshell' Nigel. However, she reunited with Kordell once she realized she had feelings for him. She ultimately confessed that she wanted their relationship to evolve.
Kordell's run at Casa Amor with 'bombshell' Daia, compelled Serena to break up with him. Kordell realized his fault and ended his relationship with Daia to make it up to Serena. After much contemplation, Serena granted her Love Island USA partner another chance.
In the finale, the couple went on a romantic date, where they were shown a montage of their journey in the villa. They got emotional, recalling the memories they made. During the final declaration of love, Kordell said:
"I know we didn't hit it off instantly like the rest of the islanders, but that's the best part of our story. Our biggest battle was after Casa. Seeing all the tears in your eyes made me question if I made the wrong decision and that was the turning point that opened up my mind and made me realize everything."
While confessing her feelings, Serena said:
"No matter how many times I tried to escape my feelings for you, I always found myself drawn back to you. You got me! And I'm excited to experience what we have on the outside. So thank you, again, Kordell, for the best summer ever. #Korena."
After Serena and Kordell were announced winners of the show, the latter decided to split the $100,000 prize between him and his partner.
Episodes of Love Island USA season 6 are currently streaming on Peacock.