Love Island UK 2025 Contestants – Meet the Love Island UK 2025 Cast & Instagram Handles
The first Love Island UK 2025 contestants have been announced! The 12th summer season has kicked off in sunny Mallorca with an exciting mix of singles looking for love, drama, and maybe a few bombshells. This year’s series celebrates the show’s 10th anniversary, and returning favourites will join for a reunion special that’s already creating buzz.
Hosted once again by Maya Jama since 2023, the trailer teases “bigger, bolder, more twists” than ever. With 13 confirmed Love Island UK 2025 contestants stepping into the villa, plus unexpected exits like Kyle and incoming replacements, this guide is your go-to for all updates. Bookmark this page and check back daily for the latest cast news!
🔹 Sophie Lee – 29, Motivational Speaker & Author from Manchester
- Instagram: @sophirelee
- Sophie is a self-described “CEO of empowerment” who works as a motivational speaker and author after surviving a fire-breathing accident that left her with facial burns. She now inspires others through self-love and resilience.
- Vibe: Outspoken, empathetic, motivational.
- Fan Buzz: Many viewers are already calling her a “heroic beauty”—a favorite on Twitter.
- Looking for: “Fun, spontaneous, attentive—with lots of jokes.”
- Coupled up with: Harry Cooksley
🔹 Dejon Noel-Williams – 26, Personal Trainer from London
- Instagram: @dejonnoelwilliams
- As the son of former footballer Gifton Noel-Williams, Dejon had a famous upbringing and is now forging his path.
- Vibe: Confident, athletic, charming.
- Fan Buzz: Sports fans are already calling him “Villa’s standout” thanks to his lineage and looks.
- Looking for: “Someone beautiful inside and out who stays healthy.”
- Coupled up with: Megan ‘Meg’ Moore
🔹 Meg Moore – 25, Payroll Specialist from Southampton
- Instagram: @megann.mooree
- Meg’s love life is “bankrupt,” but she enters with glam, humor, and big style.
- Vibe: Bold, hilarious, fashion-forward.
- Fan Buzz: Praised on TikTok for her confident “IT-girl” aura.
- Looking for: Tall, tan, stylish, with a funny personality.
- Coupled up with: Dejon Noel-Williams
🔹 Tommy Bradley – 22, Landscape Gardener from Hertfordshire
- Instagram: @_tommybradley_
- Tommy invests hours perfecting that iconic quiff—romantic and cheeky rolled into one.
- Vibe: Loud, cheeky, energetic.
- Fan Buzz: Compared to a young Joey Essex—papers say he’s “terrific villa energy.”
- Looking for: Ambitious, caring, big personality.
- Coupled up with: Megan Fort Clarke
🔹 Alima Gagigo – 23, Wealth Management Executive from Glasgow
- Instagram: @alimsssx
- With a guessing-game flirt method tied to her Guinea-Bissau roots, Alima brings elegance and sass.
- Vibe: Witty, flirty, poised.
- Fan Buzz: Fans love her royal “Disney prince” fairytale persona.
- Looking for: Tall and handsome – think Disney prince.
- Coupled up with: Blu Chegini
🔹 Ben Holbrough – 23, Private Hire Taxi Driver from Gloucester
- Instagram: @ben.holbrough
- Ben’s love life may have “gone out of business,” but he’s steering confidently toward romance.
- Vibe: Friendly, grounded, chatty.
- Fan Buzz: TikTok viewers are already calling him “charming conversation king.”
- Looking for: Sexy, witty, with good vibes (and great teeth).
- Coupled up with: Shakira Khan
🔹 Helena Ford – Age 29, Cabin Crew from London
- Instagram: @helenaforddd
- She’s traveled the world but prefers the banter of a Northern lad. According to Helena, personality is everything.
- Vibe: Sophisticated, confident, sassyFan Buzz: TikTok comments call her “wifey material with sass.”
- What she’s looking for: “Funny or Northern—ideally both.”
- Coupled up with: Conor Phillips
🔹 Kyle Ashman– Age 23, Water Operative from Stafford (AXED)
- Instagram: @kylemorris_uk
- Kyle was axed from the series ahead of the launch episode as The Sun revealed that he’d previously been arrested on suspicion of a machete attack.
- Vibe: Reserved, introspective
- Fan Buzz: Fans respected his decision to prioritize mental health.
🔹 Megan Forte Clarke – Age 24, Musical Theatre Performer & Energy Broker from Dublin (Lives in Brighton)
- Instagram: @meganforteclarke
- TikTok-famous for her Derry Girls Halloween skit, Megan has a quirky taste in men. Think Timothée Chalamet over gym hunks.
- Vibe: Quirky, creative, Gen Z icon
- Fan Buzz: Loved by LGBTQ+ fans and Gen Z for her authenticity.
- What she’s looking for: Funny, laid-back, and a little unconventional.
- Coupled up with: Tommy Bradley
🔹 Blu Chegini – Age 26, Project Manager from London
- Instagram: @bluchegini
- Family-oriented and fluent in Spanish, Blu brings charm and maturity to the villa.
- Vibe: Calm, thoughtful, romantic
- Fan Buzz: Viewers are calling him the villa’s “zaddy.”
- What he’s looking for: Someone with lots of love to give and receive.
- Coupled up with: Alima Gagigo
🔹 Shakira Khan – Age 22, Marketing Professional from Burnley
- Instagram: @shakirakhan16
- Shakira’s dating life is “booming”—except they’re all frogs. She’s ready for her fairy-tale ending.
- Vibe: Bubbly, emotional, rom-com heroine
- Fan Buzz: Fans say she’s “giving main character energy.”
- What she’s looking for: A tall, charming, muscular husband with banter.
- Coupled up with: Shakira is currently single
🔹 Harry Cooksley – Age 30, Gold Trader / Model / Semi-Pro Footballer from Guildford
- Instagram: @harrycooksley8
- Harry wears many hats—and sometimes even Declan Rice’s. Literally. He’s a body double for the England star.
- Vibe: Cool, competitive, stylish
- Fan Buzz: Viewed as the villa’s mature heartthrob.
- What he’s looking for: Girl-next-door with a sweet nature and strong eye contact.
- Coupled up with: Sophie Lee
🔹 Conor Phillips – Age 25, Professional Rugby Player from Limerick
- Instagram: @cpeezy
- CEO of mischief and the villa’s self-proclaimed class clown, Conor is all about independence and good vibes.
- Vibe: Charismatic, cheeky, outgoing
- Fan Buzz: Already nicknamed “Irish Chris Hughes.”
- What he’s looking for: Low-maintenance, independent, and not too needy.
- Coupled up with: Helena Ford
🏝️ How to Watch
Love Island UK 2025 airs nightly at 9 PM BST on ITV2, with all episodes available on ITVX after broadcast. Bookmark this page for updates on replacements, recouplings, and bombshell moments as the season unfolds!
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