NAME: Mimi Ngulube
AGE: 24
OF: Ports of the city
OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth doesn’t offer much. I’ve tried to go out and talk to people on social media, but it hasn’t worked. The application was spontaneous, I didn’t expect to get to this point!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rock and I’m their rock, so I’ll be a good friend and I’ll also go find a man. I like to dress well, so I’ll bring style, and I’d like to think I’m pretty funny, so I’ll make people laugh. I’ll also be honest – I’m good at spotting people’s personality traits and glancing at those who might be liars.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
OF: Hertford
OCCUPATION: Sweets seller
WHY LOVE ISLAND? I’ve always loved relationships, and when you find someone you want to be with, it’s the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the only thing I’m missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD YOUR FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? I am very caring, attentive and considerate. I am the type of person that if you have a breakdown on the highway and need a tire changed, I will be there at any time of the night.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
OF: City of Canning
OCCUPATION: Model
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think it would bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to talk to and feel comfortable with or laugh with. I think I’m someone that everyone would feel comfortable with.
WHY SHOULD ANYONE DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people accept that and once you show who you are to someone, you get back tenfold. My way of being transmits a good enough energy that people feel comfortable around me.
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
OF: Aberdare, Wales
OCCUPATION: Account Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I’ve been enjoying the single life and the attention from different guys, it’s fun. I’ve enjoyed being able to go on vacation with the girls and not have to worry about anyone back home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I’m out until 4am living my best life.
SOMETHING THAT NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? In 2011 I became a world dance champion, but not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Jess Blanca
AGE: 25
OF: Port of values
OCCUPATION: Retail Sales Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I don’t underestimate the fact that I’m a hard worker. I know what I want and I’m not easily pleased. When you’re an outgoing, loud woman, that can sometimes intimidate men, and men don’t always want that.
WHAT IS YOUR TYPE IN THE ROLE? I love white turkey teeth, but the good ones. I would say that as far as personality traits go, you have to have a family-friendly attitude. You have to be tall, you can’t be shorter than me, I can’t have to question whether I can wear heels around you and what height of heels I can wear. If you’re short, it’s not for me.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: twenty-one
OF: Pencoed, South Wales
OCCUPATION: Surveyor
WHAT IS YOUR TYPE IN THE ROLE? Obviously, looks are important to me, but humor is a very important thing. I’m a bit aggressive, so I want a girl who can reciprocate. Loyalty is another priority for me: I think it’s the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
SOMETHING THAT NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was in Malia on vacation with my boys, I pretended to be Liam Reardon from Season 7 to get into a club because they wouldn’t let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.
NAME:Joey Essex
AGE:33
OF:Chigwell, Essex
OCCUPATION:Reality star
CLAIM TO FAME? The only way is Essex
EX FAMOUS PEOPLEJoey was in a relationship with fellow TOWIE star Sam Faiers from 2011 to 2014. The pair were engaged before splitting. He has also been seen snogging former Love Island stars Ellie Brown and Maura Higgins. He also dated fellow Dancing On Ice pro Vanessa Bauer.
NAME:Grace Jackson
AGE: 25
OF: Manchester
OCCUPATION:Coordinator of models and social media marketing
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? No guy communicates well and that’s painful. I like someone who doesn’t take himself or life too seriously. My lifestyle can put guys off a bit, I like to go abroad a lot. They can’t keep up with my lifestyle. It’s the life I want and it helps me with my business.
NAME:Matilda Draper
AGE:24
OF:Beckenham
OCCUPATION: Recruitment Consultant
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU’LL BRING? I want the Villa to be sunny. I’m a cheerful person and I don’t take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the Villa, I’ll throw in a little joke or a “Would you rather” question.
NAME:Connor Ewudzi
AGE:28
OF:Cornwall
OCCUPATION: Barber
WHY LOVE ISLAND AND WHY NOW? I am ready to find someone. I have been in a couple of relationships and now I feel like it is the right time as I have learned from previous relationships. I will now be able to identify the red flags.
NAME:Jessy Potts
AGE: 25
OF:Leicester
OCCUPATION:Brand Partnerships Associate
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU’LL BRING TO THE VILLA? I’m fun, I like to get involved, so I’d like to think I’ll jump right in as soon as I get there. I also have a very sarcastic sense of humor, so I’ll make everyone laugh, but I’m a Sagittarius, so I also have a fiery side and I’m not afraid to speak my mind or stand my ground. I’m not very good at taking no for an answer.
Emma Milton
NAME: Emma Milton
AGE: 30
OF: Manchester
OCCUPATION: Fashion content creator
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? A few years ago I had a brief relationship with Joey. We have been friends for years and I would be keen to reconnect with him. We get on really well and have lots of mutual friends. I am also friends with Grace from Manchester so it is a bit awkward.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am ready to bring my fashion and looks to the Village. I am a great communicator and I am always willing to give good advice to help someone.
Hugo Godfroy
NAME: Hugo Godfroy
AGE: 24
OF: Southampton
OCCUPATION: Electrician
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I like Uma, I think she behaves well and seems very respectful. Same with Jess, my type is brunette.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I will be an honest islander and I am never afraid to be myself. I always take into account the opinions of others, but I am not a man who says yes to everything. I will seek love and I am willing to step on the heels to achieve it.
Jessica Spencer
NAME: Jessica Spencer
AGE: 25
OF: London
OCCUPATION: Fashion stylist
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? I have my eyes set on Ayo, despite her connection to Mimii. I really like Ayo. Wil also seems like a good match and someone I want to explore a connection with.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? I am fun, flirtatious, daring and ready to find love.
Siddiqi Sword
NAME: Siddiqi Sword
AGE: 29
OF: Stevenage
OCCUPATION: Naked Butler
WHO DO YOU HAVE YOUR EYE ON IN THE VILLA? The three that really caught my attention are Uma, Grace and Matilda. Each one has their own qualities.
WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER ARE YOU GOING TO BE? First and foremost, I want to come and change things. I want to bring energy, be present, and really consider myself a person who is looking for something genuine to move forward. I want a queen by my side.