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Paralympian's Shocking Villa Debut!
3 Jun
Summary
- Beatriz Hatz, a Paralympian, joins the Love Island USA villa.
- She won a bronze medal in the long jump at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.
- Hatz was born without a fibula in her right leg, leading to amputation.
Paralympian Beatriz Hatz has joined the cast of Love Island USA for its eighth season, which premiered on June 2, 2026. Hatz, originally from San Diego, California, brings an impressive athletic background to the villa.
She has competed in two Paralympic Games, with her debut at the Tokyo 2020 games. Hatz achieved significant success at the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, earning a bronze medal in the long jump.
Hatz was born with a congenital condition called Fibular Hemimelia, resulting in the absence of her fibula in her right leg. Consequently, she underwent an amputation below the knee at just 10 months old. She has spoken about advocating for children with limb differences.
This season, Islanders are competing for a cash prize, with viewers voting for their favorites. New episodes of Love Island USA stream on Peacock five nights a week.
