When Love Island USA Season 5 premiered on Peacock on July 18, 2023, one islander who instantly stood out was Anna Kurdys, a sharp, straight-talking 22-year-old with a background in criminal justice and a bold attitude to match. From her confident entrance to her investigative mindset, Anna brought a no-nonsense energy to the villa.
But unlike many contestants who cling to the game for fame or love, or at least a few more episodes, Anna took control of her own narrative. She shocked viewers with an early voluntary exit, choosing peace over forced pairings. Since then, she’s swapped recoupling ceremonies for resistance bands, and now she’s more focused on gym gains than villa games.
Love Island USA villa turned cold: The self-eviction
Anna’s Love Island USA journey was short but eventful. Across her 11 days in the villa, she was first coupled with Bergie, a sweet guy but not quite her match. She later found herself in a flirtation with Leo, even while he was exploring things with Kassy. Cue the triangle. Things escalated when Anna made a move on Harrison, a surprise twist that had fans accusing her of playing messy. But behind the scenes, Anna was reading the room.
Rather than wait to be dumped or forced into a friendship couple, Anna made the rare Love Island decision to eliminate herself.
Today: Gym- obsessed and fitness- fierce
Since leaving the Love Island USA villa, Anna Kurdys has doubled down on her fitness lifestyle. Her Instagram @annaolivia.x is now a steady stream of gym mirror selfies, strength training clips, and upbeat Zumba and cycling videos that scream wellness era activated.
Anna is carving a niche for herself as a part-time model and full-time fitness content creator. Now, her brand revolves around glow-ups that don’t involve recoupling, just reps and routines. Whether she’s lifting, dancing, or inspiring others with motivational captions, Anna has found something more lasting than a summer fling: discipline, direction, and maybe even a few dumbbells with her name on them
Still friends with the Islanders?
Just because Anna walked out of Love Island USA early doesn’t mean she's not friendly with the cast. She’s still tight with several Islanders, especially Jasmine. The two have been spotted traveling together and posting cute throwbacks, suggesting their bond went beyond the villa walls.
Anna also publicly supported Leo and Kassy, even after all the triangle tension that played out during her brief stay. While she may not be part of the show’s official reunion roster, she’s stayed in touch enough to show that not all reality TV friendships are fake. Sometimes, stepping away from the drama lets real relationships thrive, no recoupling required.
Influencer era in full swing
While Anna didn’t leave Love Island USA with a romantic partner, she did leave with a solid fanbase, and she’s putting it to use. With thousands of followers and growing engagement, Anna has stepped confidently into influencer territory. Her content covers everything from fitness and wellness to fashion and beauty, with an occasional behind-the-scenes look at her life after Love Island USA.
She’s partnered with a few small lifestyle brands and regularly shares health tips, playlists, and gym motivation. While she’s still figuring out her niche, one thing’s clear: Anna’s not just a former Love Island USA Islander; she’s building a brand, one post and protein shake at a time.
What’s next for Anna Kurdys?
Beyond the gym and glam, Anna is still laser-focused on her original goal: finishing her degree in criminal justice. As revealed in multiple interviews, she planned to graduate by December 2023 and was excited to jump back into real-life routines after her Love Island USA detour.
She hasn't shared specific career plans yet, but her passion for investigation and justice is still part of the long game. Whether she becomes a private investigator or just applies that detective mindset to content creation, Anna seems determined to turn the post Love Island USA villa spotlight into something meaningful, and maybe even help solve a case or two along the way.