Corey Sawyer Jr. was one of the Casa Amor men on Love Island USA Season 8. The 24-year-old former college basketball player from Longwood, Florida, entered the Fiji villa on Day 17 and was dumped on Day 20 after pursuing Melanie Moreno in Casa Amor.
| Full Name | Corey Sawyer Jr. |
| Known For | Love Island USA Season 8 |
| Age (as of 2026) | 24 |
| Hometown | Longwood, Florida |
| Occupation | Former college basketball player |
| Partner / Status on the show | Dumped on Day 20 |
Who Is Corey Sawyer Jr.?
Corey Sawyer Jr. is a 24-year-old former college basketball player from Longwood, Florida, who was dumped from Love Island USA Season 8 on Day 20. On the Peacock dating series hosted by Ariana Madix, he entered the villa on Day 17 as a Casa Amor bombshell, pursued Melanie Moreno in Casa Amor, and was dumped on Day 20.
Early Life & Background
Corey is from Longwood, Florida, and played college basketball at Eastern Illinois University. He is the son of retired NFL player Corey Sawyer and the cousin of Season 6 Casa Amor bombshell Daniela Ortiz-Rivera.
Love Island USA 2026 Journey
Corey entered the villa on Day 17 as one of the Casa Amor men. In Casa Amor he pursued Melanie Moreno, who stayed with Sincere Rhea. Corey was dumped on Day 20 at the recoupling.
Career
Before the villa, Corey played college basketball at Eastern Illinois University. His run on Love Island USA Season 8 also made him a reality television personality.
Facts About Corey Sawyer Jr.
- Corey was dumped from Love Island USA Season 8 on Day 20.
- He entered the villa on Day 17 as a Casa Amor bombshell.
- He is from Longwood, Florida, and was 24 during the season.
- He is a former college basketball player.
- He pursued Melanie Moreno in Casa Amor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Corey Sawyer Jr.?
Corey Sawyer Jr. is 24 years old as of 2026.
Where is Corey Sawyer Jr. from?
Corey Sawyer Jr. is from Longwood, Florida.
What does Corey Sawyer Jr. do for a living?
Corey Sawyer Jr. is a former college basketball player.
Who did Corey Sawyer Jr. pursue on Love Island USA?
Corey Sawyer Jr. pursued Melanie Moreno on Love Island USA Season 8.
When was Corey Sawyer Jr. dumped from Love Island USA?
Corey Sawyer Jr. was dumped from Love Island USA Season 8 on Day 20.
Related: Melanie Moreno, and the full Love Island USA 2026 Cast hub.