If you’re anything like us, you’ve probably spent at least half of Perfect Match season 4 thinking the same thing: “Wait… why isn’t that person here?”
Sure, the latest season gave us plenty of romance, unexpected couples, dramatic recouplings and more than a few awkward conversations. But part of the fun of watching Perfect Match is imagining all the reality TV stars who could’ve walked through those villa doors at any moment. After all, Netflix has built an entire universe of reality personalities over the years, while franchises like Love Island continue to produce contestants who seem practically designed for a show like this.
And let’s be honest, some reality stars just feel like they belong on Perfect Match. You can already picture them making a dramatic entrance, stealing someone’s partner during a challenge or even becoming the main character of the season before the first week is even over.
Whether they’re known for finding love, creating chaos, delivering iconic lines or simply being impossible to ignore, these are the 9 reality stars who absolutely should’ve been in the cast.
Harriett Blackmore
Harriett Blackmore was born to be in the spotlight. From the moment she appeared on Love Island UK during season 11 (2024), she proved she wasn’t afraid to say exactly what was on her mind, quickly becoming one of the most unforgettable personalities of the season — a presence she carried into the season 2 of Love Island: All Stars (2025).
Harriett brings a mix of confidence, unpredictability, and energy that naturally draws attention wherever she goes. She’s the type of contestant who can completely change the atmosphere of a villa with a single conversation. Whether she was pursuing a romantic connection, standing her ground in a disagreement, or finding herself at the center of the latest gossip, Harriett always kept viewers invested. One thing’s for sure: if Harriett walks into the villa, nobody’s staying comfortable for long.
JaNa Craig
JaNa Craig has the perfect combination of confidence, humor, main-character energy and a sweet laugh. She was never afraid to go after what she wanted, but it seems that she also knows how to keep things fun, lighthearted and under her control, in every moment! In Love Island USA season 6 (2024), we definitely saw her being the icon that she was.
Honestly, she would be the perfect combination with Harriett, or not — and that would make everything even more interesting. Anyway, she would make sure everything was going according to her plan, to try to avoid another scandal. Definitely a good addition to the next season of Perfect Match.
Harry Jowsey
Let’s be honest: Harry Jowsey is practically reality TV royalty at this point. Ever since he burst onto our screens during the first season of Too Hot To Handle (2020), he’s become known for his charm, confidence and ability to create unforgettable television. Harry is exactly the kind of contestant who could walk into the villa and immediately shake up existing couples. Whether he was looking for a genuine connection or accidentally causing chaos along the way, his presence would’ve been impossible to ignore.
Johnny Middlebrooks
We all know that Johnny Middlebrooks knows exactly how to navigate a reality dating show. During his time on Love Island USA season 2 (2020), he found himself at the center of the season’s most talked-about moments. He’s confident, competitive and never afraid to pursue a connection, even when things get complicated. That’s exactly the kind of energy that tends to create unforgettable storylines in the Perfect Match villa.
Lorenzo Nobilio
If Battle Camp season 1 (2025) taught viewers anything, it’s that Lorenzo Nobilio should never be underestimated. Fans first met him on Squid Game: The Challenge season 1 (2023), a show built entirely around high-pressure situations, so stepping into another intense competition felt like a natural progression. Calm, focused and surprisingly adaptable, Lorenzo always seems comfortable when the stakes get higher.
Cely Vazquez
Few reality stars have the natural charisma that Cely Vazques brings to the table. Since her Love Island USA debut, which occurred during season 2 (2020), she’s become a fan favorite thanks to her humor, positivity and ability to connect with almost anyone. Whether she was making new friends or exploring romantic possibilities, Cely would’ve been the type of contestant capable of lighting up literally every room of Perfect Match.
Joey Sasso
Joey Sasso became the first-ever winner of The Circle US (2020) by doing something surprisingly simple: being himself. His authenticity, humor and ability to connect with people made him an instant fan favorite. While he may not come from a traditional dating show background, Joey’s social skills would’ve made him a fascinating addition to the villa. After all, finding your perfect match isn’t just about attraction, it’s also about connection.
Leah Kateb
If you watched Love Island USA season 6 (2024), then you already know Leah Kateb was one of the show’s main characters from the very beginning, a role she continued to embody even after the villa in Love Island: Beyond the Villa (2026). Whether she was navigating complicated relationships, dealing with villa drama or delivering some of the season’s most memorable moments, she always managed to keep viewers invested in her journey.
What makes Leah such a perfect fit for Perfect Match is that she wears her emotions on her sleeve. She’s not afraid to go after what she wants, but she’s also not afraid to call people out when something doesn’t feel right. In a villa filled with singles looking for love, Leah would’ve had no trouble becoming one of the most talked-about contestants of the season.
Maura Higgins
From the moment she appeared on Love Island UK season 5 (2019), Maura Higgins made viewers jump from the couch with her iconic moments. She brings a level of confidence, humor and authenticity that make her impossible to overlook. Maura has never been the type to follow the crowd or keep her opinions to herself, which is exactly what made her such a standout personality. She’s the kind of contestant who can steal a scene without even trying, effortlessly mixing charm, chaos and unforgettable lines. Maura always made sure the villa was anything but boring, what would make her the perfect addition to Perfect Match.
One of the biggest strengths of Perfect Match is its ability to bring together stars from different reality TV franchises and see what happens when their worlds collide. While Season 4 featured several memorable contestants, these 9 personalities could have added even more romance, chaos and entertainment to the mix.
Whether they come from Too Hot To Handle, Squid game, Love Island or The Circle, each of these stars has already proven they know how to captivate audiences. Hopefully, future seasons will give some of them the opportunity to finally find their perfect match.
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The article above was edited by Isabella Messias.
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