NAME: Mimi Ngulube
AGE: 24
FROM: Portsmouth
PROFESSION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY DO I LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not delivering. I’ve tried meeting and talking to people on social media and it just hasn’t been successful. The application was a spontaneous thing, I didn’t expect to get here!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING HOME? My girls are my rocks and I’m theirs, so I’m going to be a good friend as well as go out there to find a man. I like to dress up so I’ll bring style and I’d like to think I’m very funny so I’ll make people laugh. Being honest too – I’m good at picking up on people’s personality traits and spotting those who might be liars.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
FROM: Hertford
PROFESSION: Sweets seller
WHY DO I LOVE ISLAND? I’ve always been one for relationships, and when you find someone you want to be with, it’s the best feeling. Now is the perfect time, the only thing missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD THE COUPLE/FAMILY SEE IT? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I’m the type of guy who, if you broke down on the highway and needed a tire changed, I’d be there any time of the night.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
FROM: Canning City
PROFESSION: pattern
WHAT WILL YOU BRING HOME? I think it would bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to laugh with. I think I am someone that everyone would accept.
WHY SHOULD SOMEONE DATE? I find the way I carry myself to be very respectful and I think people pick up on that and once you tell someone who you are, it pays off tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy that people feel comfortable around me.
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
FROM: Aberdare, Wales
PROFESSION: Accounts Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I’ve enjoyed being single and getting attention from different guys, it’s fun. I’ve loved being able to go on holiday with the girls and not have to worry about anyone at home. All the girls are there texting in their room and I’m out until 4am living my best life.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Jess White
AGE: 25
FROM: Stockport
PROFESSION: Retail Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I do not underestimate the fact that I am hard work. I know what I want and I’m not easily satisfied. When you’re a loud woman, sometimes that can scare men off – men don’t always like that.
WHAT IS YOUR PAPER TYPE? I like a set of white turkey teeth, but a good set of turkey teeth. I would say, personality traits: you must be family oriented. You have to be tall, you can’t be shorter than me, I can’t I have to ask if I can wear heels around you and what height of heels I can wear. If you’re vertically challenged, it’s not for me.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: 21
FROM: Pencoed, South Wales
PROFESSION: Surveyor
WHAT IS YOUR PAPER TYPE? It sure looks like it, but humor is a big thing for me, I’m a little bloated so I want a girl who can bring it back. Loyalty is another one for me: I think that’s the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 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: Uma Jammeh
AGE: 23
FROM: Islington, North London
OCCUPATION: Host / VIP model
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I seem to have been so unlucky in love! Everything has been overwhelming so far. I don’t know what the reason is, I think it’s them, since it can’t be me!
CLAIM TO FAME? I was born in a hospital closet! There was no room left, my poor mother!
Name: Joey Essex
AGE: 33
FROM: Chigwell, Essex
OCCUPATION: The reality star
CLAIM TO FAME? The only way is Essex
IT WAS FAMOUS: Joey was in a relationship with fellow TOWIE star Sam Faiers from 2011 to 2014, with the pair getting engaged before splitting. He has also been seen locking lips with former Love Island stars Ellie Brown and Maura Higgins. He also met his pro Dancing On Ice partner Vanessa Bauer.
Name: Grace Jackson
AGE: 25
FROM: Manchester
OCCUPATION: Model and social media marketing coordinator
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? Neither guy has good communication and it’s painful. I like someone who doesn’t take themselves and life too seriously. My lifestyle can put the boys off a bit, I really enjoy going out and about. They can’t keep up with my lifestyle. It’s the life I love and it helps me with my business.
Name: Wil Anderson
AGE: 23
FROM: Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear
OCCUPATION: Quantity surveyor
WHY DO YOU WANT TO GO TO LOVE ISLAND? Last year I wanted to be single because I’ve been in two serious relationships since I was 18, but now I feel like it’s time to get back out there. I want to feel that love again
Name: Matilda Draper
AGE: 24
FROM: Beckenham
OCCUPATION: Recruiting Consultant
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU WILL BRING? I want to bring sunshine to the cottage. I’m easy-going and don’t take myself too seriously. If things get too serious in the cottage, I’ll make a little joke or a ‘I’d better’.
Name: Konnor Ewudzi
AGE: 28
FROM: Cornwall
OCCUPATION: Barber
WHY DO I WANT THE ISLAND AND WHY NOW? I’m ready to find someone. I have been in a few relationships and now feels like the right time as I have learned from past relationships. I will be able to pick out the red flags now.
Name: Trey Norman
AGE: 24
FROM: Doncaster
OCCUPATION: Commercial Insurance Broker
WHAT ISLAND WILL YOU BE? I would say that I am charming and someone who goes after what she wants, I am not afraid to articulate my feelings. I’m going to the cottage to find the girl of my dreams so she can ruffle feathers with the boys.
Name: Jessy Potts
AGE: 25
FROM: Leicester
OCCUPATION: Brand Partnerships Associate
WHAT DO YOU THINK YOU WILL BRING HOME? I’m fun, I like to get involved, so I’d like to think I’ll get stuck 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.