I’ll admit it. I’m an easy sell for two things: a thick creamy milkshake and a heaping pile of curly fries, so when I saw Arby’s latest Instagram post featuring both (plus some unexpected star power), I had to click.
The video feels straight out of a barnyard rom-com. Love Island USA alums Taylor Williams and Clarke Carraway cozy up on a rustic farm, nibbling on Arby’s classics like roast beef sandwiches, mozzarella sticks, and those addictive curly fries. At one point, Taylor leans in with a cheeky grin and says, “No bad beef here,” before taking a bite of his sandwich. The real scene-stealer for me, though, was the goat casually munching on curly fries in the final shot right before the Arby’s logo flashes across the screen.
Who are Taylor and Clarke?
Taylor is as close to a real-life cowboy as it gets. Hailing from Oklahoma City, he lives on a sprawling 33-acre ranch where his days are filled with caring for horses and embracing the rodeo lifestyle. Clarke brings Southern charm with a big dose of brains. Originally from Columbia, South Carolina, she earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2023 from Lander University. Today, she’s putting that knowledge to good use as a qualified behavioral health specialist at Evergreen Holistic Learning Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Taylor and Clarke’s story began in Episode 19 of Love Island USA when Clarke entered the villa during Casa Amor. Despite being initially coupled with others, the two quickly realized their connection was something special. By episode 20, Taylor had to make a big decision on whether or not to stick with his original partner, Olandria, or follow his heart. He ultimately chose Clarke, citing the different feeling she gave him. From there, their bond only grew stronger.
Even though they were eliminated the same night after receiving the fewest fan votes, the couple didn’t let that dim their spark. Today, they’re still together and navigating a long-distance relationship, traveling between Taylor’s cowboy life in Oklahoma and Clarke’s city vibe in the Carolinas.
Any tea on the Love Island Arby’s collab with Taylor and Clarke?
Right now, the Instagram video is all we have to go on. No official details have been announced. Still, the collab isn’t too shocking when you think about it. Arby’s leans hard into its hearty, comfort food roots, and pairing that southern charm with a modern-day cowboy like Taylor just makes sense. Add Clarke into the mix and you’ve got a couple that perfectly fits the brand’s “we have the meats” energy. Since the video teased all the good stuff, it’s hard not to wonder if the collab will reveal Taylor and Clarke’s go-to Arby’s orders. A cowboy-approved roast beef combo? Clarke’s ultimate snack lineup? Whatever it is, we’re ready to place our bets (and our orders).