Cara De La Hoyde, a former winner of Love Island, has voiced her opinions on how the show should evolve, advocating for a return to 'raunchier' scenes and suggesting that contestants should be at least 21 years old. Speaking to Zingo Bingo, Cara expressed that the current age of contestants feels too young, especially as she is now 36. She reminisced about her own season in 2016, which was known for its bold content, including memorable intimate moments that shocked viewers. Cara emphasized that bringing back the smoking area and more explicit scenes could enhance the drama of the show, although she doubts that producers will make such changes due to their desire for BAFTA-worthy content. Reflecting on the past, she noted the significant cultural shifts since her participation, particularly regarding beauty standards and the portrayal of relationships on the show. Cara and Nathan Massey, who won the show together, have built a family since their time on reality television, welcoming two children and marrying in 2019.