ITV has confirmed the line-up of contestants set to appear in Love Island 2026, including a detective, a dashing school teacher, and the ex of an Arsenal footballer. The hit dating show returns on Monday, June 1, with a fresh group of singles hoping to find love on paper.
Series 13 will be hosted by Maya Jama, who promises fans even more twists this year following her recent filming of The Celebrity Traitors. 
Among the new batch of attractive contestants is 28-year-old Hertfordshire business owner Lorenzo Alessi, known for his luxury lifestyle featuring sports cars, exotic getaways, and glamorous parties. He will be joined by 21-year-old Robyn from Liverpool, a Quantity Surveyor and DJ.
Fashion entrepreneur Jasmine Muller, 27, originally from Dubai but residing in London, is also entering the villa. She is notable for her past relationship with Arsenal footballer Hector Bellerin in 2021, though he has not publicly discussed their relationship. Jasmine hopes the villa is free from insecure men, joking that they would not be able to handle her confident personality.
Another newcomer is 21-year-old student Mica from Barbados, now living in London, who was clear about the type of man she is looking for: not egotistical or cringey, but genuinely devoted.
Completing the cast is 23-year-old Kent native Aidan, a property broker, who hopes to avoid dominant or controlling women in the villa.
ITV also announced the casting of Lola Deal, 28, a Criminology and Forensic Science graduate from Kent with business management experience. A fresh face on Instagram with just 900 followers, Lola is expected to impress with both her intelligence and charm. 
Other contestants include hunky electrician Sam Workman, Primary School Teacher Sean from Galway, 24-year-old Real Estate Videographer Ellie from West Lothian, and 25-year-old model Samraj from Birmingham. Each brings their own unique strategies and ideals for love in the villa.
Additional cast members include 25-year-old Electrician Samuel and 24-year-old Nurse Angelista, who each have clear preferences for attentive and respectful partners. West End performer Ope, 27, aims to charm the women with humor and a winning smile. Charleen Murphy, rumored to join later, was previously in a relationship with professional footballer Dano Mandroiu.
The show will return as a summer staple on June 1, 2026, hosted by Maya Jama. ITV teases, “With unexpected arrivals, shifting loyalties, and sparks flying, the new series promises even more unforgettable moments, unmissable messiness, and plenty of romance.” The series will also coincide with the World Cup, running from June 11 to July 19, adding a sporty twist to the villa drama.
Source: https://www.dailymail.com/
