Love is worth more than a million… right?

Split image of Love Triangle Season 3's Payton Ellicott: Poolside in pink sunglasses and a swimsuit (left) and in a matching pink patterned dress and heels indoors (right)

Payton Ellicott is looking to find love as one of the leads in Season 3 of Love Triangle.

However, what you might know is the dating show isn’t Payton’s first stint on the reality silver screen.

In fact, you might recognise her as a contestant from Season 1 of Million Dollar Island that aired on Channel 7 in 2023.

Who is Love Triangle’s Payton Ellicott?

Payton is a 25-year-old concreter and owner of the fashion brand Pack Your Pony, which draws inspiration from Australian flora, fauna, landmarks, and infrastructure.

Currently living in Coffs Harbour, she’s loud, funny, and unapologetically herself. She’s sharp with a big personality, and believes she’ll win anyone over if they give her a chance.

According to Stan, after moving back home to Coffs to save money while growing her business, she’s found dating in a small town a bit of a struggle. Now Payton is hoping Love Triangle will introduce her to someone who finally gets her vibe.

How did she fare on Million Dollar Island?

Based on a Dutch format by John de Mol, Million Dollar Island was like Survivor times 100, with 100 contestants competing for a million dollars.

Sounds promising, right? Unfortunately, the Australian version was cancelled after one season, and no one actually won a million dollars.
Split image of Payton Ellicott on Million Dollar Island: Leaping off a boat (left) and sitting among fellow contestants in a matching off-shoulder outfit (right)Payton Ellicott on Million Dollar Island. Image: Instagram
At the time, Payton was listed as a retail manager, still living in Queensland. While she didn’t make it to the end of the game, she still gained quite a bit of attention for her sharp wit and vibrant personality.

In an Instagram post, she reflected on a tough block challenge that led to her exit but said she was “grateful for my experience here. I’ll always remember it. I’m also grateful for the friends I’ve made.”

Plus her stint set the stage for round two in the spotlight.

What is Love Triangle about?

Created by the same team behind the smash hit, MAFS, Love Triangle follows five singles who are set up with two online dating matches. Similar to Love Is Blind, the show is meant to foster a connection first before the singles set eyes on each other.

After a period of online talking, they choose one match to move in with to see if they can make the romantic connection work IRL. However, the relationship will be challenged when the other match is brought into the living situation.

Is there a Love Triangle trailer?

There sure is! Watch Payton cracking up the Love Triangle cast and bringing the laughs already, making it clear: “if I get sent an eggplant. I’m done.”

Love Triangle Season 3 will premiere on Stan on April 6.