Love Island producer dies from unexpected medical emergency while filming in Fiji

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By HEIDI PARKER, US DEPUTY SHOWBUSINESS EDITOR

Published: 11:44 EDT, 15 June 2026 | Updated: 11:51 EDT, 15 June 2026

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A Love Island producer has died from an unexpected medical emergency while filming in Fiji.

James Barker was the show’s executive producer of post production.

He passed last week on the island where the current season of Love Island USA is being filmed, according to a Monday report from TMZ.

Barker will be mentioned on the show.

The network told the site, ‘ITV America and Peacock will honor in Tuesday’s episode of Love Island USA series Executive Producer James Barker, who passed away last week in Fiji after suffering an unexpected medical emergency.’

They continued, ‘James’ unimaginable loss has been deeply felt across not just the entire Love Island USA production, but throughout all of ITV and Peacock.’

A Love Island producer has died from an unexpected medical emergency while filming in Fiji. Cast members pictured

The crystal-clear pacific just of the Fijian island

It was also added, ‘He was a beloved and greatly valued member of our collective family whose kindness, talent and dedication left an indelible mark on all of us and everyone who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. 

‘We extend our heartfelt condolences to James’ partner, family, friends and colleagues.’

According to Barker’s LinkedIn, he joined ITV America around August 2020.

He became a full-time executive producer in January 2026 after working part time.

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