The infamous second villa Casa Amor has returned to Love Island, and 12 new contestants will join the show to mix things up.
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Deji Adeniyi
Accounts manager, 25
25
Deji is among the six new boys making their entrance at Casa Amor.
He’s described his love life as ‘awful’ but says going on the show could turn things around.
Asked why he decided to go on the hit ITV show, he said: “The reason why is that my sex life is amazing but my love life is awful.
“I am the master of failed talking stages. My love life isn’t going the right way so one night I decided to apply for Love Island and now I’m here!”
George Tasker
Labourer, 23
25
George Tasker is from the Cotswolds and is also arrived at the start of the Casa Amor stage in the series
Asked why he was joining Love Island, George said: I’ve been single now for three years.
I had a relationship with a girl from Australia – my only girlfriend. It was a long distance relationship so 10,000 miles apart for almost three years.
I’m a lot more mature now and I know what I want in a relationship.”
Jack Keating
Social media marketing, 23
25
Jack’s dad is Boyzone singer turned TV-host Ronan Keating, who presents The One Show.
Explaining why he wanted to be part of the show, Jack said: “I’ve been single for a long time, probably 4 or 5 years now.
“I’ve really been missing that spark that I haven’t been getting on the dating scene, like I’ve been dating for a long time. I just thought why not?”
Jack’s the second child of a celebrity signed to the show, along with former Liverpool and England striker Michael Owen’s 19-year-old daughter Gemma.
Samuel Agbiji
Model, 22
25
Samuel Agbiji is a 22-year-old model from Manchester.
Asked why he wanted to be on the series, he said: “I have been in a serious relationship before and I believe I’ve been in love before and healing from that relationship took a while but also I learnt a lot about myself and a lot about what I want in a partner.
“I feel like I’m at the stage where I’m happy by myself but I’m ready to pursue a connection with someone again and see where that will take me.”
Samuel describes himself as a “happy, positive guy” who likes to “live in the moment”.
Billy Brown
Roofing company director, 23
25
The Sun revealed how Billy was potentially being lined up to enter the villa in June, 2022.
He since joined the show as the anticipated Casa Amor stage of the series began.
Asked what he’d bring to the villa, the he said: “I’m going to bring the funniness, the vibes, probably step on a few toes, I’m not going to lie.
“I’ve not got my eye on one girl, it’s all of them! I need to get to know them all.”
Josh Le Grove
Model, 22
25
Josh is a model from Essex who says he’s appearing on the show because he’s “always been single”.
He added: “If you’re going to find someone, it’ll be in a place where everyone is single and looking for the same thing.”
He’s one of two models arriving in Casa Amor.
Asked what he’ll bring to the villa, he said: I think I’ll bring a lot of energy, hopefully some good chat and maybe a little bit of trouble but we’ll see!”
Charlie Radnedge
Real estate developer, 28 – OUT
25
Charlie from London works in real estate development.
He entered the villa on Day 18, but was dumped on Day 25 after falling into the bottom three in the public vote.
He said of his time on the show: “It’s an amazing experience, it’s like nothing I’ll ever get the chance to do again.
“I am very glad I did it, regardless of the result. I’ve met some amazing people and some friends I’m sure I’ll have for life.”
Antigoni Buxton
Singer, 26 – OUT
25
Antigoni is a singer from North London, who also has Cypriot roots.
She joined Love Island as a bombshell in week three.
Antigoni was signed to Island Records when she was 20 by former president Darcus Beese – the man who also signed Amy Winehouse.
She has since left to start her own independent label Sirena Records and her single Hit List was released in May 2022.
Her music has been described as a mix of “hip hop with UK beats and Greek/Middle Eastern elements”.
Antigoni’s famous mum is celebrity chef Tonia Buxton.
She left the island after coming in the bottom 3 on Day 25.
Reflecting on the experience, she said: “It was so fun. I genuinely think I’ve got some friends forever.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity but I’m excited to have a hot girl single summer now.”
Danica Taylor
Professional dancer, 21
25
Danica Taylor made her entrance in dramatic fashion and arrived on June 17, 2022.
The young beauty said her type is most like Luca and Jacques.
On entering the villa, Danica added: “I don’t really see competition, I am a very self-assured girl, I know myself, I know what I bring to the table and there are stunning girls in that Villa but I back myself.
“There’s obviously going to be competition because there are guys in there that I like that are already interested in other girls but I have no fear that I won’t be able to turn heads and I am happy to step on a few toes.”
Jay Younger
Investment analyst, 28
25
Jay Younger has already set his sights on Ekin-Su, Tasha and Amber after he took them all out on a date.
The investment analyst has made it clear he doesn’t mind stepping on toes and is there to find the one.
When he entered the villa he joked that he was the “Italian main course” compared to Davide being the “Italian snack”.
In his spare time, he likes to keep fit and regularly takes part in NFG (National Fitness Games) and Turf competitions.
Remi Lambert
Model and rapper, 22 – OUT
25
Remi Lambert entered the villa alongside other newbie Jay and they seemed to be settling in just fine.
The two of them got the chance to go on dates with three girls each to find out who they want to couple up with.
Sadly, Remi’s time in the villa came to an end after just a few days after he failed to find a connection with any of the girls.
Jacques O’Neill
Rugby player, 23
25
Jacques entered the villa with the promise that he would cause quite a stir due to being Gemma’s ex-boyfriend.
So far the pair have been getting on despite their history and are coupled up with other islanders.
However some of the public think it is inevitable that they will get back together at some point in the series.
Jacques has since paired with Paige.
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu
Actress, 27
25
Ekin-Su is a Turkish actress and influencer, who arrived as one of two bombshells in day two and has brought plenty of drama since.
The actress has starred as Isil in Turkish TV series, Kuzey Yildizi.
As for her Love Island experience, she did give away why she was entering the villa, explaining she’s after a “serious relationship”.
She said: “I’m looking for that real genuine spark and they just see me as me. I think the concept of the show brings back true and raw feelings.”
Afia Tonkmor – OUT
Lounge host, 25
25
Londoner Afia works at a private members club in the capital, but she had a brief stint in the villa, leaving after she was left single when Jacques chose to couple up with Paige.
Asked why she decided to join Love Island, Afia said: “It just seems like a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet someone, have an amazing summer, just have so much fun and have a bit of a summer romance as well.”
She added: “I fall in love quickly, too quickly, two dates I am like, ‘OMG I am obsessed with this boy, he’s everything.’”
Afia was the first to be dumped from the villa.
Tasha Ghouri
Model & Dancer, 23
25
Tasha, from Thirsk in North Yorkshire was revealed by The Sun as the show’s first ever deaf contestant.
Asked how pals would describe her she said: “I think they’d say I’m inspirational because of my hearing and my cochlear implant.
“I inspire quite a lot of people because I’m really open about it.”
But she says she’ll trample her competitors if she needs to, insisting: “I’m here to find my man. I may have to step on toes – but I’ll do it in the nicest way possible.”
Gemma Owen
Dressage rider and business owner, 19
25
The Sun revealed Gemma – the daughter of former England ace Michael Owen – was joining the villa last month.
Just like her dad, she’s focused on her goals. Here she is talking about relationships: “I would say I’m very competitive.
“I will always go for what I want. But at the same time, I’m not going to mess up something for someone who is in a proper relationship or get in the way of a couple if they have a genuine connection.”
And what doesn’t she like? “A few clothing items can give me the ick, like someone who wears trainers with long socks!”
Amber Beckford – OUT
Nanny, 24
25
No-nonsense nanny Amber lost out on a public vote and was dumped from the island in week three.
Reflecting on her exit she said: “It was definitely a shock but I’m excited for the future.
“I’m excited to see the other Islanders but hopefully not too soon! I’ll be rooting for all of them.
“It was definitely a bit of a rollercoaster! I feel like I enjoyed my time in the Villa – I was true to myself and I don’t have any regrets at all.”
Indiyah Polack
Hotel waitress, 22
25
No-nonsense Londoner Indiyah says she won’t stand for lads who treat the girls of the villa like some kind of pick’n’mix stand like they did last year (mentioning no names… Toby).
She insisted: “I’m not a ‘beg’. So, if I feel like you’re with somebody else or somebody else thinks they have a chance, you can p*** off.”
The waitress, who describes herself as “very picky” added: “If you’re not all about me, then forget it!”
Paige Thorne
Paramedic, 24
25
Stunning medic Paige is looking for love – or at the minimum a bit of respect from Gordon Ramsay.
Paige explained: “I came out of a relationship and I was just so done with guys so was like, ‘Right, that’s it. I’m going to focus on me.’
“Then I was like, ‘OK, I’m bored now, I’m lonely and I miss love and the connection and everything else.’ I’ve been on a few dates but I just haven’t clicked with anyone.”
Speaking about her prowess in Love Island’s famously poky kitchen the Swansea girl added: “My roasties are up there, I think Gordon Ramsay would be impressed.”
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Davide Sanclimenti
Business owner, 27
25
Look out ladies, because Love Island has its own “Italian stallion”. And it’s not us saying that – it’s the bloke in question.
Manchester-based Davide is not short on confidence.
He said: “With my Italian charm, I can also be a very romantic guy.
“I’m good looking and I’ve realised since I first arrived in Manchester, a lot of English girls actually love me.
“They love to be around me and I love to be around them.”
So far, Davide has caught the eye of multiple girls in the villa, first coupling up with Gemma and then Ekin-Su.
Ikenna Ekwonna – OUT
Pharmaceutical salesman, 23
25
Nottingham lad Ikenna is a graduate in pharmaceutical sales who worked at Covid vaccine manufacturer AstraZeneca during the pandemic.
Before going in the villa, he explained he’s ready for love.
Ikenna explained: “I’ve only been in one past relationship but now I think I’m at the age where I could find someone.”
He added: “Hopefully, I’m going to bring spontaneity and excitement. I’m not really shy to speak to people and I don’t really care too much about what people think.”
However, his time was cut short when he was dumped from the Island in week three.
Luca Bish
Fishmonger, 23
25
Perhaps unsurprisingly for someone who works at a fish counter, Luca explained: “I prefer to meet girls out and about.”
The Brighton boy added: “I think when you go looking for it, it’s not as easy though, it’s like you’re too desperate for it.
“If I think you’re the one or I like you, I’ll take you out on a date but other than that, if we talk and I don’t like where it’s going – then I won’t be throwing out dates.”
Luca has appeared to have found his match, being happily coupled up with Gemma.
Dami Hope
Microbiologist, 26
25
Dami from Dublin has been single for four years but says he’s been pestered to find love by his mum.
He said: “I like going on dates, more so for the past few years.
“I don’t put all my eggs in one basket and that way I get the chance to meet people that I might be better with.”
Andrew Le Page
Estate agent, 27
25
Guernsey lad Andrew said he was going on Love Island because he was single “for once”.
He explained: “I thought why not? This is the best time to give it a go.
“When I’m with someone I’m very loyal, I’m a good boyfriend as when I’m with someone I’m all for them.”
Andrew and Tasha have been going strong from the beginning and were the first couple to go into the hideaway together.
Liam Llewellyn
Student, 22 – LEFT
25
Liam’s Love Island stint came to an end pretty quickly as he decided to leave after not feeling 100% himself.
Liam started off coupled up with Gemma but soon ended up single when Davide came in.
Liam made the decision to leave when he wasn’t enjoying it and thought he wasn’t being himself.
How can I watch Love island 2022?
Love Island is on ITV2 and ITV Hub Sunday to Friday at 9pm.
On Saturday nights there is a highlights episode, which will also air unseen footage from the villa.