And eager viewers are set to meet the boys set to take the villa by storm as show bosses are set to send female stars away to be tested for the first time in three years.
Among the six new girls is Ronan Keating’s son Jack, 23, who is from Dublin but lives in London.
Famous faces: Among the six new girls is Ronan Keating’s son Jack, 23, who is from Dublin but lives in London
Claim to fame: Speaking about his famous father, he added: ‘My dad is a singer, Ronan Keating. Will be watching when I’m on it for sure” (photo by Ronan Keating)
Jack said his father, who is a singer with Boyzone, is “buzzing” about entering the famous Love Island villa.
“My dad is a singer, Ronan Keating. He’ll be watching when I’m on it for sure,” he said.
“I’m buzzing, me and my dad are very close, we’re the best of mates.”
Jack is not the first contestant on Love Island this year to have famous family connections, as Gemma’s father is former English professional footballer Michael Owen.
And when asked why he wants to go on Love Island, the social media marketing worker said: “I’ve been single for a long time, probably 4 or 5 years now and I’ve really been missing that spark that I didn’t have going into the dating scene, like to date for a long time
Family fun: Jack said his father, who is a singer with Boyzone, is ‘buzzing’ about entering the famous Love Island villa (pictured in 2017)
Like father, like son: Jack said of his father Ronan: ‘I like him, me and my dad are very close, we’re the best of friends’
Connections: Jack isn’t the first Love Island contestant this year to have famous family connections as Gemma’s father is former England professional footballer Michael Owen
“And I thought why not? I hope to get a contact with someone and see what happens.
The son of the famous singer seems to enjoy traveling, often posting on his Instagram a series of snaps that shock the planet.
Jack also shows off his athletic side on social media, showing off his muscular build in action shots as he plays rugby.
Jack said he hopes to bring “some energy” to the villa, saying he is a “very positive, fun guy”.
He cheekily added: “I think a bit of good talk and a bit of Irish charm too.”
The new contestant added that he won’t be afraid to step on toes, saying: “I’m very competitive, for sure.
I play rugby at home in Dublin and London so I definitely have that competitive edge.
Causing trouble: Also in the squad causing trouble is 25-year-old Deji Adeniyi. Deji hopes it will bring “an energy that makes people realize that love is real”
“I’ll have to split a couple maybe. It won’t be the most ideal thing, but I have to do what’s best for me.”
The When You Say Nothing At All singer’s son added: “I’m definitely loyal, my loyalty is obviously with the girl I’m with.
“I have never cheated anyone. I can be very empathetic, I’m not afraid to tell a girl how I feel – I wear my heart on my sleeve a lot of the time.’
Jack believes he’s still single because he just hasn’t “met the right girl.” “That’s what I keep telling myself,” he joked.
Also in the turbulent line-up is 25-year-old Deji Adeniyi.
The account manager from Bedford claims he wants to go on the show because “my sex life is amazing but my love life is awful”.
Impressing the ladies: Samuel Agbiji (left) from Manchester is hoping for a chance to impress a girl with his cooking skills, while George Tasker (right) wants to settle down
He continued: “I am the master of failed speech stages. My love life wasn’t going the right way, so one night I decided to apply for Love Island and now here I am!’
Deji hopes it will bring “an energy that makes people realize that love is real.”
He added: “I’m really going to wear my heart on my sleeve through this. A lot of people take the power of love for granted and I hope people are more open to their sensitive side. I was someone who was really closed off about it.
Citing his more unconventional flirting methods, Deji claims that the way to get a girl to like you is to “not pay attention to her”.
Hunks: Josh Samuel le Grove (right), a 22-year-old model, is set to enter the villa with Billy Brown (left), a roofing company manager from Surrey
According to the new Love Islander: “You give them 100% and girls know they’ve got you and then they start to lose interest.”
Also set to cause trouble in the villa is Josh Samuel Le Grove, a 22-year-old model from Essex.
Josh hopes to “bring a bit of trouble” to the villa, along with “lots of energy” and “good chat”.
He said: “I’ve always been lonely. If you’re going to find someone, it’s going to be in a place where everyone is single and looking for the same thing.’
Incoming! Friday night’s Love Island sees the return of the much-anticipated Casa Amor – where the islanders’ relationships are set to be seriously tested
The model said he’s “competitive” and would “definitely step on someone’s toes” but wasn’t going to “take a big risk if I wasn’t feeling it 100 percent.”
Speaking about his ideal match, Josh said: “If I were to settle down with someone, it would be serious – I would give them 100%.
“Personally, I’m looking for someone who can hold his own. For laughs, jokes and not taking themselves too seriously.’
However, his perfect partner must have good dental hygiene as Josh’s ick is a girl who doesn’t brush her tongue – or takes herself too seriously.
Elsewhere George Tasker, a 23-year-old laborer from the Cotswolds, is ready to find a good girl to settle down with.
Drama: Friday’s Love Island returns long-awaited Casa Amor – where islanders’ relationships are set to be seriously tested
Speaking about what frustrates him, Hung said: “For me, it has to be bad manners. Everyone should have good manners. And be materialistic or self-obsessed.”
He added: “I have been single for three years. I was in a relationship with a girl from Australia – my only girlfriend.
“It was a long distance relationship, so 10,000 miles away for almost three years. I’m much more mature now and I know what I want in a relationship.’
George said that while he is “competitive” and “will step on toes”, he “puts others first”.
The Cotswolds native continued: “I learned a lot from my last relationship. I feel that I am a very giving person.
“I’m romantic and caring – I wear my heart on my sleeve. I put other people first, whether it’s my girlfriend, friends or family.
“I’m very much a man who always made sure he was well. I would make her feel special.’
Here is! Love Island has shared a glimpse of the secret Casa Amor villa, complete with an infinity pool, cozy nooks for islanders to snuggle up in and its very own fireplace for that all-important reunion
LOVE ISLAND 2022: MEET THE CASA AMOR BOYS
Jack Keating Name: Jack Keating Age: 23 Location: Dublin, London Occupation: Social Media Marketing Worker Why Love Island and why now? “I’ve been single for a long time, probably 4 or 5 years now and I was really missing that spark that I hadn’t gotten in the dating scene, like dating for a long time.” Josh Samuel Le Grove Name: Josh Samuel Le Grove Age: 22 Location: Essex Occupation: Model Why Love Island and why now? “I’ve always been single. If you’re going to find someone, it’s going to be in a place where everyone is single and looking for the same thing.’ Samuel Agbiji Name: Samuel Agbiji Age: 22 Location: Manchester Occupation: Model Why Love Island and why now? “I’ve been in a serious relationship before and I think I’ve fallen in love before and healing from that relationship took a while, but I also learned a lot about myself and a lot about what I want in a partner.” Deji Adeniyi Name: Deji Adeniyi Age: 25 Location: Bedford Occupation: Accounts Manager Why Love Island and why now? “The reason is that my sex life is amazing, but my love life is terrible. I am the master of failed speech stages. My love life wasn’t going the right way, so one night I decided to apply for Love Island and now here I am!’ George Tasker Name: George Tasker Age: 23 Location: Cotswolds Occupation: Worker Why Love Island and why now? “I’ve been single for three years. I was in a relationship with a girl from Australia – my only friend…I’m much more mature now and I know what I want in a relationship.’ Billy Brown Name: Billy Brown Age: 23 Location: Surrey Occupation: Manager of a roofing company Why Love Island and why now? “I’ve had two girlfriends in the past, obviously I’d try to find the lucky third!” Meanwhile, 22-year-old Samuel Agbiji from Manchester is hoping for a chance to impress a girl with his cooking skills. The model said that if she had to woo someone, she would probably cook for them. The new Casa Amor contestant continued: “If I really want to impress someone, I’ll cook them a lasagna.” Samuel has been in a relationship before but claims he is now ready to have fun and move on. She added: “I’ve been in a serious relationship before and I think I’ve been in love before and healing from that relationship took some time, but I also learned 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 on my own, but I’m ready to pursue a connection with someone again and see where that takes me.” Samuel is also ready to make waves in the villa, saying: “I’m generally competitive. When it comes to stepping on toes, I don’t really care. It’s back! The villa looks almost identical to the original pad, but of course stands out thanks to the neon Casa Amor heart sign that fans are very familiar with. “I’ll step on toes if I have to. If it is…
