Love Island USA: Maura Higgins returns to franchise with season five after finishing fourth in Love Island

1. Maura Higgins Returns to Love Island Franchise

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2. Love Island USA Season Five Premiere

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3. Maura Higgins' Role

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4. Welcoming Maura to the Villa

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5. Playing a Fun Game

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6. Love Island UK Background

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7. Fans' Excitement

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8. Hosted by Sara Hyland

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9. Maura's Teasing on Social Media

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10. Love Island Royalty

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