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Love Island’s 2023 Summer Line-Up: All The Contestants
13 July 2023, 10:59 | Updated: 31 July 2023, 22:45
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Love Island’s 2023 summer series, season 10, has come to an end – here are all the contestants who graced our screens, including all the bombshells.
Three months after Love Island’s 2023 winter series wrapped – where host Maya Jama made her debut – the show’s summer edition took over our evenings.
A number of names began circulating in the weeks leading up to Love Island's 2023 summer series, including entrepreneurs, influencers and even the daughter of a soap star, Molly Marsh, and we eventually got to know the official line-up, including Mitchel Taylor, Ella Thomas, Zachariah Noble and Whitney Adebayo.
Love Island series 10 began on Monday 5th June at 9pm, with Maya returning as its host and on 31st July the finale took place. Along the way we've seen a number of couples stay strong even with a former Islander amongst the cast – Kady McDermott!
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But who was on the Love Island line-up this summer? Here are all of the islanders who headed into the villa including the Casa Amor bombshells...
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Ella Barnes
Age: 23
Job: Championship Dancer and Model
From: Kent
Instagram: @ellabellabarnes
Ella headed into the villa to turn heads and planned to shake things up for one couple in particular; Tyrique Hyde and Ella Thomas.
The singleton said she's open to getting to know all of the boys but confessed she already has 'history' with Tyrique. Despite this, she coupled up with Mitchel Taylor who she grew close to and eventually was dumped with.
Josh Brocklebank
Age: 26
Job: Financial Advisor
From: Essex
Instagram: @josh_brocklebank
Josh entered the villa alongside fellow bombshell Ella Barnes and had has his sights set on Jess Harding and Kady McDermott.
Similar to a few contestants this year, Josh already knew a former islander as his best friend is Zara McDermott, who appeared on the show in 2018.
She said of his appearance on the show, she said on social media: "I am so excited that my best friend is going into the Love Island villa!!!"CAN'T WAIT TO WATCH YOU JOSHY!!!! Love you!!"
Abi Moores
Age: 25
Job: Flight Attendant
From: Hampshire
Instagram: @abimooresxox
Abi, who already had over 25k followers on Instagram before her arrival, described herself as: “I’m a very good judge of character, I can see through people and see their energy.”
She revealed she had Scott, Mitch and Sammy in mind before heading into the villa.
Gabby Jeffery
Age: 24
Job: Creative Assistant
From: Newcastle
Instagram: @gabriellejeffereyy
Gabby said she's ‘excited to get to know the guys without their partners being there’ on Love Island, calling herself, ‘fun, flirty, outgoing, young, wild and free.’
She said of her plan for Casa Amor: “I’m not going to waste any time thinking about what their current situation might be because I need to give myself a chance. I’m going to lay all my cards on the table and see where it gets me.”
Amber Wise
Age: 19
Job: Graphic Design Student
From: Buckinghamshire
Instagram: @amberwse
Amber is the daughter of ex footballer Dennis Wise, entering Casa Amor as a bombshell to turn some heads.
She’s currently a student at the University of the Arts, London hoped to turn some heads on Love Island, particularly Montel’s, saying: “He seems really sweet and genuine. He’s really hot, which always helps.”
Amber was dumped after finding herself in a love triangle with Sammy and Jess.
Danielle Mazhindu
Age: 25
Job: Recruitment Assistant and Occupational Therapy Student
From: Liverpool Instagram: @daniellemazhindu
Danielle said she’s excited to ‘explore and have fun’ in Love Island after being single ‘for a bit’.
She entered as a Casa Amor bombshell and said she was relying on her ‘good chat’ to turn some heads.
Tink Reading
Age: 26
Job: Project Manager
From: Birmingham
Instagram: @tinkreadingxo
Tink is a 26-year-old project manager from Birmingham. She’s hoping to meet someone but also ‘cause a bit of mischief.’
When asked how she’d turn people’s heads, Tink said: “I’m not going to gauge what the other girls are thinking. I will know who I am interested in and know certain boys won’t be my type.”
Benjamin Noel
Age: 26
Job: Fitness Business Owner
From: London
Instagram: @benjaminn_noel
Benjamin is a fitness coach looking for someone ‘who can make me belly laugh.’
He described himself as: “Funny, warm and I pride myself on respect. I can fall pretty easily but I’m also super relaxed at the same time.”
Lochan Nowacki
Age: 25
Job: Account Manager
From: Windsor
Instagram: @lochan_nowacki
Lochan said before his arrival he didn't plan on ‘stirring things up’ in Casa Amor but is hoping to ‘open the ladies’ eyes to what could be a better couple.’
He described himself as: “I don’t really care so much what other people think about me as long as I’m enjoying myself, being respectful.”
He quickly found romance with Whitney!
Elom Ahlijah-Wilson
Age: 22
Job: Masseuse and Fitness Trainer
From: London
Instagram: @_truegains
Elom is a fitness trainer from London hoping to ‘ruffle a few feathers’ in Casa Amor.
He described himself as: “I don’t beat around the bush, I don’t have a filter. If I don’t like you, I’m going to say it straight up.”
Zachary Ashford
Age: 27
Job: Senior sales executive
From: Manchester
Instagram: @z_ashford
Zachary said he plans to ‘stir the pot’ in Casa Amor with the intention of leaving with ‘a girl I like.’
He describes himself as a confident person, saying he’s got ‘northern charm.’
Ouzy See
Age: 28
Job: Footballer, tradesman and model
From: Edinburgh
Instagram: @ouzysee_
Ouzy turned all the heads when he arrived in Casa Amor, ticking every box as a sportsman, tradesman AND a model.
He said before heading in he’d like to get to know Leah and Kady, calling the series two star a ‘firecracker.’ Lucky for him he actually left the villa hand-in-hand with the reality star veteran.
Kodie Murphy
Age: 20
Job: Social media marketer
From: Birmingham
Instagram: @kodiemurphy
One of the Casa Amor bombshells, Kodie is hoping to 'have some fun' during his time in the villa.
Kodie is a social media marketer from Birmingham and is keen to 'bring his cheeky side out.'
Kady McDermott
Age: 27
Job: Influencer
From: Hertfordshire
Instagram: @kadymcdermott
Kady is a returning Islander who made a name for herself in series two all the way back in 2016!
The 27-year-old was hoping to find love once more after reaching the final of series two with Scott Thomas, who she dated for a year and a half, seven years ago.
She said before heading to Mallorca: "The next person I’m with I want that to be marriage and babies. I don’t want to waste any more time with the wrong people - so I think I’ll be a lot pickier than what I was when I was previously in the Villa. Seven years on, I think I’m allowed to be pickier now. In the Villa I think I’ll take my time."
Montel McKenzie
Age: 25
Job: Account Manager and semi-professional footballer
From: East London
Instagram: @montelmckenzie
Montel has his eyes on Catherine, Leah and Ella in the villa, after finding he didn't have time to date due to his hectic schedule in the outside world.
He said before heading on the show: “I just haven’t found someone I want to date, I’m always so busy with work and football!”
Mal Nicol
Age: 25
Job: Picture researcher
From: Edinburgh, lives in London
Instagram: @malurpaal
Mal said she's entering the villa 'without a game plan' but is hopeful she'll find love, after splitting from ex contestant Jay Younger two years ago.
She said before heading to Mallorca: "Since I moved to London, having the balance of seeing friends, work and gym, it’s really difficult to date at the same time. It’s quite exhausting to date in the real world.
“When you strip it back to no distractions or social situations your pure focus is on people. I'm intrigued to find a connection.”
Scott Van Der Sluis
Age: 22
Job: Footballer
From: North Wales, Connah’s Quay
Instagram: @scottvds17
Scott Van Der Sluis is the latest bombshell to shake things up in the villa just days after Leah and Charlotte joined the line-up.
The Welsh football player admitted he's looking for love after being single for three and a half years - going on to say he's looking for "A girl with a strong personality, who’s independent and knows what they want."
Leah Taylor
Age: 27
Job: Business Owner (Social Media Marketing) & former dancer
From: Manchester
Instagram: @leahjtaylorr
Leah Taylor is headed into the villa to find 'the one', admitting before heading on the show that she wants to find someone who 'wants the same things'.
"I’m single because I haven’t yet found a person who wants the same things as me," she explained, "I’ve had some great experiences with love but nothing worth settling for."
A few fun facts about Leah include that as a former dancer, she's impressively performed with the likes of Camila Cabello and Rita Ora, and she's also close friends with Love Island legend Maura Higgins from the 2019 series!
"My favourite thing I’ve ever watched is Maura’s [Higgins] best bits, she’s one of my best friends so we watched it together one night and couldn’t stop laughing, she’s hilarious!" said Leah.
Not only does Leah know Maura, but she's previously dated former islander Danny Williams from the 2019 series - not to mention she's already pals with this series' Molly!
Charlotte Sumner
Age: 30
Job: Dental Nurse
From: Bournemouth
Instagram: @charlottesumner_x
Charlotte said ahead of her entrance into Love Island that she's set to 'bring the fun', adding that she'll be giving advice to the girls when they need it.
She said: "I’m very genuine, I’m a girls’ girl - I give good advice but sometimes I need to take the advice that I give to my girls, I’m also hard work - but I’m worth it!"
Going on to explain why she joined the line-up this year, Charlotte added: "Friends and family kept telling me to apply for Love Island, so I thought, why not? The age I’m at and the experiences I’ve had, I feel ready to meet my Mr Right."
Sammy Root
Age: 22
Job: Project Manager
From: Kent
Instagram: @sammyroot_
Sammy described himself as 'a bit of a firework' before heading into the villa, adding that he wants to 'find his princess'.
Regarding what kind of islander he thinks he'll be, he said: "I won’t shy away from any of the girls and I’ll stand my ground, it’s game on."
Whitney Adebayo
Age: 25
Job: Entrepreneur
From: London
Instagram: @whitbrownsx
Whitney headed into the villa to shake things up and she's already a hit with her fellow islanders!
Ahead of flying to Mallorca, she said was hoping to 'have fun and have a lit summer', so we're sure she'll bring the party to the villa!
Admitting she's 'very picky' when it comes to dating, she goes on to say she 'knows what she wants', so who will she go after?
Zachariah Noble
Age: 25
Job: Personal trainer and basketball player
From: South East London
Instagram: @zachariah_noble97
Zachariah entered the villa as the first bombshell on the first night of the series and he's already been shaking things up!
Ahead of entering the villa, the sports player admitted he is hoping to find the right lady to keep in his life, revealing: "Being 25, I’m at a crossroads where I’ve been having fun, but I also want to have the peace and harmony that comes from being with the right woman."
He also said he believes in love at first sight - so we're sure we'll see him find his other half in the villa!
Molly Marsh
Age: 21
Job: Musical Theatre Performer and Social Media Creator
From: Doncaster
Instagram: @mollygracemarsh
Molly Marsh was one of the first rumoured Islanders for the 2023 summer series and she was the first to be officially announced. The 21-year-old is the daughter of Coronation Street actress Janet Marsh, but has made a name for herself by starring in pantomimes across the country and by racking up a large following on Instagram and TikTok.
She reportedly caught the eye of Love Island producers when she was invited as a guest to the South African villa earlier this year, Molly spoke about the serendipity: "With my job being in social media, I’ve had some amazing opportunities to go on press trips and I’ve actually been out to the Love Island Villas in Mallorca and South Africa.
"Having the experience to walk around both was amazing but to now actually live in the Villa is going to be incredible," the star said.
Ruchee Gurung
Age: 24
Job: Beautician
From: Sutton Instagram: rucheewawo
Ruchee Gurung revealed before going into the villa that she was "single and looking for love" and what better way to find it than on Love Island?
The 24-year-old revealed that she's a "relationship kind of girl" but things that Mr Right could very well be in the villa, to a partner she revealed herself to be "caring", "loyal", and her love language is gift giving.
There are two main things Ruchee is looking for, men with ambition and good fashion sense!
Sadly, Ruchee's summer of love was put to an early end after a shock twist saw her dumped from the island when her co-stars were forced to choose between her and Ella Thomas to continue their journeys.
Catherine Agbaje
Age: 22
Job: Commercial Real Estate Agent
From: Dublin
Catherine Agbajeis one of the girls destined for a summer of love in series 10, in a nutshell, she describes herself as: "Fun, I’m flirty, I’m just never boring. I can chat your ears off!"
And before people get taliing, Catherine has already put the rumours to rest: "My teeth are real, people always think they are veneers!"
She's also got quite the impressive academic history, she has not one, but two, degrees: "I have my undergrad and my masters in Psychology and Sociology and Real Estate."
Ella Thomas
Age: 23
Job: Model
From: Glasgow
Instagram: ellathomas_
Ella Thomas describes herself as the "whole package", revealing that she's headed into the Majorcan villa knowing exactly what she wants.
Not only that but she's ready to settle down, she said before her appearance on the show: "I’d let the boys know that I’m wifey material so don’t play with me!"
The 23-year-old has dabbled in the limelight before, she revealed that she's been in music videos for Headie One and Burna Burna Boy and was an extra in World War Z when she was 12!
Jess Harding
Age: 22
Job: Aesthetics Practitioner
From: London
Instagram: jesshardingox
Jess Harding has a "big personality" but a "heart of gold" and is ready to take that famous Marjorcan villa by storm.
"I can stand up for myself if I need to. I’m honest, and I love, love. I’m also a really good girlfriend," she revealed before her reality TV debut.
The 22-year-old admitted that her dating life has been giving her the "ick" as of late but she'd ready to find the perfect man, she said: "I feel like it’s fate because I’m saving myself for Mr Right in the Villa!"
Mehdi Edno
Age: 26
Job: Communications Manager
From: Bordeaux/London
Instagram: mehdiedno_
Mehdi made it clear that he's ready to find the one this summer, he said: "I’ve been busy for the last few years with work, and doing my Masters degree but now I’m done with the busy schedule, and ready to find love."
The 26-year-old isn't just looking for looks when coupling up with someone in the villa, but he's after a good sense of humour and vibe of adventure too.
André Furtado
Age: 21
Job: Clothing brand entrepreneur
From: Dudley
Instagram: @dre.furtado
Andre was the first name to be rumoured on the Love Island 2023 line-up, with sources telling MailOnline he’d be a favourite amongst viewers; they said the soon-to-be reality star was: "Cool, calm, collected, and ready to mingle."
"He knows himself but without being arrogant and producers are hoping his intellect, as well as his creativity and handsome looks will make him a favourite among the females," the insider said.
It was then officially revealed a week before the show began that André was headed for the villa! André described himself as: "I’m charming, I’m going to bring good looks and some language lessons."
Tyrique Hyde
Age: 24
Job: Semi-Professional Footballer
From: Essex
Tyrique is one of the first 10 contestants to be taking the villa by storm this summer, ahead of his June 5th entrance the 24-year-old said that he was going to bring "vibes, confidence, good energy and honesty" to the show – promising!
Before entering the villa he revealed that he'd want his fellow Islanders to know that he's deaf in his right ear, he said: "I’ve got a tattoo next to my left one that symbolises strength and power in my good one."
However, Tyrique is no stranger to the world of Love Island, he's actually good mates with season seven's Toby Aromolaran!
"Toby Aromolaran is one of my best friends, we grew up together and were in the same class at school," he said – we wonder if he'll have any funny stories...
George Fensom
Age: 24
Job: Business Development Executive
From: Bedford
Instagram: georgefensom
George Fensom vowed to bring the dad jokes, as well as a few dad dances, to the villa this summer! Ahead of his appearance on the series he said: "I’m the first person to bring the vibe up, I’m always dancing, I’m always the one who wants to go out."
He revealed that his perfect partner would possess drive: "I want them to be passionate about something, whether it’s a job or enjoying trips to the zoo on Saturdays."
George also mentioned that if he had to pick three celebrity Islanders to head into the villa with him then it would be Megan Fox, Anne Hegerty from The Chase, and Nigella Lawson.
George became the first islander to be dumped from the villa at the end of the first week following a re-coupling after Whitney chose to couple up with Mehdi, leaving George to sadly become the first dumpee of series 10.
Mitchel Taylor
Age: 26
Job: Gas Engineer
From: Sheffield
Instagram: mitcheltaylor_
Mitchel Taylor is heading to Love Island and promises to be the ultimate gentleman. He said: "I’ll shower you with flowers, I’ll take you on dates, I’ll fill your bedside drawer with your favourite sweets and chocolate.
"I’ve been single, I’ve had my fun and now I want to settle down," sounds like a promising pitch!
The 26-year-old called himself "picky" but wants to find the girl he'll marry and have kids with, "I’m nearly 27, I don’t want to play the field anymore, I want to find the one."
We’ll update this page with all the latest news on all of the contestants coming in and out of the villa, so bookmark this article to stay in the loop!
Love Island starts Monday 5th June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX
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