Love Island 2026 is almost here, and the new male contestants have been revealed, featuring a model from Birmingham and an electrician from Dudley. The popular ITV2 show returns on June 1 for its 13th series, with Maya Jama once again hosting from the luxury villa in Mallorca.
The Boys of Love Island 2026
Six new male islanders are hoping to find romance, with a mix of backgrounds and personalities. Here is a closer look at each contestant.
Lorenzo
Age: 28
Job: Business Owner
From: Hertfordshire
Lorenzo admits he is drawn to a woman's arms, citing Jessica Alba and Angelina Jolie as examples. He values good etiquette and finds rudeness off-putting. Describing himself as a teaser, he goes after what he wants.
Sean
Age: 25
Job: Primary School Teacher
From: Galway
Sean says his usual type is simply female, and he is open to drama in the villa. A Gaelic footballer, he compares his romantic strategy to playing forward and passing back. He is determined to pursue anyone he likes.
Samraj
Age: 25
Occupation: Model
From: Birmingham
Samraj, a Birmingham model, has no specific type but values how a woman carries herself. He dislikes loud people and is hoping to find his first girlfriend. He admits he is used to girls approaching him.
Samuel
Age: 25
Job: Electrician
From: Dudley
Samuel prefers classy, mature, blonde women who can have fun. He cannot stand rudeness or fake people. After a year of being single, he is ready to settle down and is very honest about his feelings.
Ope
Age: 27
Job: West-End Performer
From: Lincolnshire
Ope likes Northerners but has no strict type. He avoids negative energy and boasts the best smile in Britain. Despite his confidence, he admits he has a wandering eye and relationships rarely last.
Aidan
Age: 23
Occupation: Property Broker
From: Kent
Aidan values personality and dislikes dominant or controlling people. He wants to find love but also enjoy some drama. He is keen to get to know as many islanders as possible.
Love Island returns on ITV2 and ITVX on June 1.
