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Italian Temptation Island 2026 – record ratings & fallout

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Italian Temptation Island 2026 – record ratings & ~~finale~~ fallout

The sixth episode of Temptation Island 2026, aired 22 July, drew 3.74 million viewers (31.6 % share) and cemented the series as Canale 5’s summer flagship. Contestants’ social‑media followings surged, with Alessandra Ciociola up 85 % to 80 k and several others gaining 70‑80 %. The ~~programme’s~~ debut attracted more than 2 million viewers, and a mid‑month peak of 4.1 million on 20 July pushed the cumulative monthly audience beyond 6 million, boosted by strong on‑demand replays. Mediaset scheduled a three‑night finale (27‑29 July), turning the closing week into a primetime event. Highlights included Diamante Crispino’s ~~long‑awaited~~ proposal to Bernadette Cinquegrana after 16 years together and ~~continued~~ tensions between ~~couples such as~~ Giovanni Grazioso and Sabrina Soussi. Episode 7 (27 July) set a new early‑night record with 4.39 million viewers (34 % share). Episode 8 (28 July) edged higher at 4.405 million (34.1 % share), ~~surpassing rival channels. The broadcast sparked controversy when Sabrina Soussi kissed fellow contestant Lory, drawing criticism~~ establishing a historic prime‑time benchmark. A follow‑up “un mese dopo” special on 29 July brought back all seven couples; Giovanni declared he felt nothing for ex‑partner Sabrina, who accused his family of judging her, while Cristian Mascolino announced a new relationship with tentatrice Nicole, prompting a sharp reaction from ~~former participants.~~ Soraya Sabetta. Host Filippo Bisciglia faced growing criticism on social media for perceived bias in mediating confrontations, with many accusing him of defending certain women too aggressively. The ~~show’s dominance was mirrored across Mediaset’s summer lineup, reinforcing Temptation Island’s role~~ show's hashtag #TemptationIsland trended as ~~a key driver of ratings~~ Italy’s most‑clicked topic. Post‑filming, only two pairs remained together: Andrea and ~~social‑media engagement.~~ Iris (ring exchanged) and Bernadette and Diamante, now planning a wedding after sixteen years. The remaining couples split, citing lingering mistrust. The backlash against Bisciglia persisted, underscoring the programme’s cultural impact beyond ratings.

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