BREAKING: Jack Keating, the son of Boyzone frontman Ronan Keating, is set to shake things up on the upcoming Love Island All Stars, potentially breaking his father’s famed rule against intimate scenes on television. The reality star revealed he is “not ruling anything out” as he prepares to make his return to the villa in South Africa.
The new season of ITV2’s popular reality dating show is slated to premiere on January 12, 2026, at 9 PM. Jack, now 26, is eager to secure a more favorable outcome this time around after his original stint in season eight ended unexpectedly just days after his dramatic entry.
Keating’s previous experience on Love Island was brief, having been eliminated shortly after joining the show on day 26. Now, with a fresh perspective and the responsibilities of parenthood—he welcomed his daughter Maya in 2023—Jack feels he is better prepared for the challenges ahead.
In an exclusive interview, Jack candidly expressed his concerns about what aspects of the show his daughter will eventually see. “I don’t know how much her mum will let her watch,” he admitted. “I think she’ll be so happy if she sees me for just a little bit. Just to see your daddy’s face on TV… hopefully, not everything. Maybe not the challenges. Maybe not the drama.”
However, Jack acknowledges the potential need for his family to shield Maya from certain moments, especially as he teeters on the edge of his father’s strict guideline: “no sex on TV.” He stated, “The whole no sex on TV is a big staple for him. He’s like, don’t you do it. But I’m not ruling anything out. You never know what could happen in the moment.”
Despite the pressure, Jack feels more equipped to handle the reality TV environment this time, stating, “He [Ronan] knows four years after coming off the show, I’ve kind of been working in the industry for a couple years now, he knows that I’m more prepared.”
The dynamic between Jack and his parents has notably shifted since his first appearance on Love Island. Initially, Ronan was more apprehensive, while now he seems to be embracing the experience with excitement. “The first time he was definitely a lot more nervous. This time, I think he’s more excited,” Jack noted.
Conversely, Jack’s mother has grown concerned about her son’s decision to return to reality TV. “My mum is more like, ‘Oh, are you sure you want to do this? Like, you know you’ve got a good thing going at home with work.’”
As fans eagerly await the new season of Love Island All Stars, Jack Keating’s potential rule-bending could add a new layer of drama to the show. With the launch just days away, viewers are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting and unpredictable season.
Stay tuned for more updates as Love Island All Stars prepares to hit screens across the UK on January 12, 2026.
