Selvaggia Lucarelli to Host 2026 Isola dei Famosi as Show Moves to the Philippines

Journalist Selvaggia Lucarelli has been confirmed as the new presenter of Mediaset’s reality Isola dei Famosi 2026. The change means she will leave the ten‑year jury seat on Ballando con le Stelle. The season will be filmed in Caramoan, Philippines, replacing the long‑standing Honduras location, and will shift to a fully pre‑recorded format with 11 edited episodes and no live broadcast or public televote.

Alvin, previously a host on Battiti Live, will join Lucarelli as co‑host and inviato on the island, prompting his departure from the summer music‑show. Fabio Rovazzi will take over as presenter of Battiti Live, partnering with Ilary Blasi for the 2026 edition.

The contestant line‑up includes former Grande Fratello star Pierpaolo Pretelli, ex‑Miss Italia Zeudi Di Palma, and reality veteran Daniele Iaià. Production details note a tighter filming schedule from early June to late July, with the series slated for autumn broadcast on Canale 5. These moves represent a major revamp of two staple Italian TV formats.