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Daily Mail
5 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Love Island: Ben is slammed for saying Shakira 'needed to be humbled' as her place in the show is put at risk - before he FORGETS bombshell Toni's name
Love Island's Ben Holbrough was slammed by viewers during Tuesday night's episode for saying that Shakira Khan 'needed to be humbled'. The taxi driver, 23, made the comments to bombshell Toni after she stole him from Shakira on the opening episode. As Toni and Ben then sat down for one of their first chats Ben then quipped to her: 'You humbled Shakira, she needed that I think' - in reference to her now being at risk of being dumped. Toni quickly hit back: 'I don't want to talk about her I want to get to know you!' Shakira is now single and must be selected by one boy in tonight's recoupling or she will be going home. Later in the chat with Toni Ben then had a slip of the tongue as he accidentally called her Tori instead - much to her disgust. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Viewers were quick to react to his humbling comment as they penned on X: '2 episodes into uk love island and i HATE BEN. WDYM SHAKIRA NEEDED TO BE HUMBLED. WEIRDO', 'Ben saying Shakira needed to be humbled and he's known her for three hours, he's a weirdo he needs to leave already #loveisland', 'I like how Toni said she doesnt want to talk about Shakira after Ben made that comment about her being humbled. What was that comment #LoveIsland', 'Cause why does shakira need to be humbled', ''That humbled shakira' Yh that man is a sociopath #LoveIsland.', 'Why's this box head obsessed with humbling woman? Wtf does he mean by shakira got humbled #LoveIsland', 'Ben saying Shakira needs to be humbled..... I knew this guy was gonna get on my nerves. Love how Toni said I don't want to talk about her. Idiot #LoveIsland', 'Ben saying Shakira needed to be humbled and he's known her for three hours, he's a weirdo he needs to leave already #loveisland.' Shakira sparked a feud and was warned to 'keep it PG' as she flirted with the boys in scenes on Tuesday. Viewers were quick to react to his humbling comment as they penned on X: '2 episodes into uk love island and i HATE BEN' The construction project manager, 26, is currently vulnerable from being dumped from the Island following the entrance of bombshell Toni. And it would seem the other girls are feeling the pressure to keep hold of their men as Shakira kick starts her day of grafting. As Dejon checks in with Shakira, Meg watches on with worry, and tells the group: 'I don't have my man, Dejon's gone - that's it!' Meanwhile, Shakira is heard saying to Dejon: 'That was a lot, it was intense, I was trying not to shake like a leaf. I've got a busy day ahead of me by the looks of it!' Later, Dejon and Meg head to the Terrace, with Dejon keen to reassure Meg. He tells her: 'You haven't got anything to worry about, you're my favourite, one thing about me is I'll always be honest with my feelings.' The next morning Toni offers Shakira a pep talk and explains: 'Just so you know, it wasn't personal, I'm rooting for else are you interested in?' 'Everyone!' Shakira replied. Toni continues: 'I'm telling you, I believe in you, you're not leaving.' Shakira added: 'I know the boys are attracted to me on a surface level, but it's about whether we click.' Toni advises: 'I think today we'll find out, don't be afraid to talk to people…I'm telling you, nothing's locked in place - I'm only safe today.' Shakira wastes no time and asks Harry for a chat on the terrace, with her teasing: 'Haza you little minx!' Harry replies: 'It's day two come on let's keep it PG.' Putting the effort in to find a new connection, Shakira then pulls Conor for a chat and he tells her: 'You surprised me, you came in with massive energy, but I feel like you're not like that, you're chill and smart.' Shakira admits: 'I love the Irish accent, it's sexy! I've never dated an Irish guy.' She also catches up with Blu telling him: 'I think it's good cause it gives everyone a kick up the bum…I think you've got a good vibe…you're very calming and I don't have to put on a bravado.' The work doesn't stop there as she also pulls Tommy by the pool telling him: 'I think it's best I try to get to know everyone.' NAME: Sophie Lee AGE: 29 FROM: Manchester OCCUPATION: Motivational Speaker and Author WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is fun, spontaneous, who has a lot of jokes and who is attentive. At the moment I'm only finding ones draped in red flags and 'do not cross' signs IF YOU WERE THE CEO OF SOMETHING, WHAT WOULD IT BE? I'm the CEO of empowerment. I want women to feel beautiful and validated in themselves and feel their best self. NAME: Dejon Noel Williams AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer and personal trainer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy CLAIM TO FAME? My dad being an ex-professional footballer. I've met all kinds of famous people through him. When I was younger it was weird because he was just my dad, but we'd go to a game and fans were asking for photos. I've met David Beckham, he was really nice. Megan Moore NAME: Megan Moore AGE: 25 FROM: Southampton OCCUPATION: Payroll specialist WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'd like to meet someone who is tall, with a nice tan, nice eyes and a nice smile. He needs to have a good fashion sense and a really good, funny personality that I can get on with HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Bankrupt, right now. But we're going to make sales and get on that corporate ladder and be booming. Profits, profits, profits! NAME: Tommy Bradley AGE: 22 FROM: Hertfordshire OCCUPATION: Landscape Gardener WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? A girl who is very ambitious, with a big personality, caring, but also someone that doesn't take themselves too seriously. I don't know if that's asking for too much, but I want a bit of everything. I haven't got a specific type in terms of looks, though. WHAT WOULD YOU BE CEO OF? Taking hours to do my hair NAME: Alima Gagio AGE: 23 FROM: Glasgow OCCUPATION: Wealth Management Client Services Executive WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? A tall man with a handsome face. You know when you just look at a guy and they have that Disney prince look to them? That's it WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? I think she'd hire me because I'm a good flirt. I always ask guys on a night out to guess which country I'm originally from. If they get it right, they can get my number. But they never guess correctly so it works really well if you don't want to give a guy your number. I'm originally from Guinea Bissau. If they're close and I really fancy them, I'll give them my number anyway. NAME: Ben Holbrough AGE: 23 FROM: Gloucester OCCUPATION: Private Hire Taxi driver WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone sexy, good looking, good chat, good vibes, nice teeth and good eye contact - they're all the traits I look for. Oh, and also a cute smile, I just look at you and know I can be around you all day, every day. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Bankrupt. I'd have been out of business a long time ago. That's exactly why I'm here. NAME: Helena Ford AGE: 29 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Cabin Crew WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Somebody funny or Northern. I feel like Northern people have much more banter than Southerners. If you look through my previous dating history, you'll see I clearly go for personality. You can pretty much laugh me into bed. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? I would say hire but then quickly fire soon after. It would only be a temporary contract. NAME: Megan Forte Clarke AGE: 24 FROM: Dublin OCCUPATION: Musical theatre performer and energy broker WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who doesn't take themselves too seriously and has a sense of humour. If they're not bad looking, that's always a plus. I love a boy that's a bit pasty, like Timothée Chalamet. I don't mind scrawny, or a bit of a 'dad bod'. I'm 5ft1 so any height really. CLAIM TO FAME? Me and my friends made a Derry Girls TikTok for Halloween and it went a bit viral around Brighton. Sometimes I get stopped in the street about it. I've also done Panto. NAME: Blu Chegini AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Construction Project Manager WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is family oriented, has a lot of love to give and a lot of love to receive. Personality goes a long way. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? She'd fire me, but I've got the charm to smooth things over with a girl. The fact I speak fluent Spanish comes in handy when it comes to flirting! NAME: Shakira Khan AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Construction Project Manager WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is tall, charming, witty, with big arms, a good smile and just really funny. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Booming, but they're all frogs. It's a busy love life but I've not found 'the husband', I'm looking for 'the one'. I'm looking for the ring. NAME: Harry Cooksley AGE: 30 FROM: Guildford OCCUPATION: Gold trader, semi-professional footballer and model WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? The girl next door that makes me laugh and can hold eye contact with me. I don't think I'd go for the most obvious girl, I like a real sweet girl. CLAIM TO FAME? I'm the body double for Declan Rice. So when he does a shoot, any body close ups will actually be me. You'll never see my face, but you'll see my shoulder or chest, that kind of thing. NAME: Conor Phillips AGE: 23 FROM: Limerick OCCUPATION: Professional rugby player WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?Someone who is really sure of themselves, ambitious, a bit of a go-getter and good craic. I like dark eyes and I don't mind a dominant woman. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? Definitely hire. I ask girls if they want to go halves on a baby. It doesn't work, but it gets them laughing. It's an ice-breaker, not a serious question of course! NAME: Toni Laites AGE: 24 FROM: Connecticut OCCUPATION: Las Vegas Pool Cabana Server WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm looking for darker hair, definitely muscular but not too muscular. Super fit. Clean hair cut. Someone that can make me laugh - I'm super outgoing. And someone that's quite active. Maybe one day we could start our own family together. I WANT TO DATE A BRITISH GUY BECAUSE... I've lived in three different states and I'm still single. It's time to try something new! I have some British friends and they're pretty charming. I think all Americans love a good accent. British men are just more polite, with better manners. NAME: Kyle Ashman AGE: 23 FROM: Stafford OCCUPATION: Water operative WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone that's fun, confident and just themselves. I'd say I'd be hired. I just go with it, find something to compliment a girl on and go from there.
The Sun
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘He's giving red flags' warn Love Island fans after star admits he doesn't like girls who are ‘too much'
red alert The exchange sparked backlash on social media, with many fans accusing him of showing red flags LOVE Island fans have slammed contestant Ben Holbrough after he called Shakira Khan 'hard work" and said he doesn't like girls who are "too much". During last night's series 12 premiere, taxi driver Ben, 23, told marketing professional Shakira, 25, her personality traits might not cut it for him. 3 3 As the pair walked to the den, Shakira asked: 'What are you giggling at?' Ben replied: 'You.' When she asked why, he said: ''Cos you're hard work.' Shakira appeared surprised and asked, 'I'm hard work?' to which Ben replied, 'Yeah.' 'Why am I hard work?' she asked. 'Joking,' he said. 'I feel like you could be. I feel like you could definitely be hard work.' He later added: "I'm very picky. Certain things can put me off." When asked for some clarification, Ben said: "If you're too much. Do you know what I mean?" Shakira said: "That's me all over." He replied: "You're a feisty one." Brutal twist rocks villa as bombshell enters during first episode The exchange sparked backlash on social media, with many fans accusing Ben of showing red flags. One wrote on X, formerly Twitter, 'Ben is giving massive red flags." Another posted: 'Shakira is in love with Ben [laughing emojis] Ben is giving red flags, I'm sorry [laughing emojis].' A third wrote: "Ben saying he doesn't want someone that's too much to someone with a massive personality is soo funny to me." Elsewhere in the installment, Shakira offended viewers within seconds after making a shock comment about 9-5 jobs. Shakira entered the villa first alongside Meg Moore, 25, and the two ladies wasted no time getting to know each other. Trying to learn what they both did for a living, Shakira set about telling Megan that she was 'too glamorous for a 9-5' and must do something more exciting for a job. Meg quickly set her straight revealing she was in fact a payroll specialist, with Shakira squealing that she was a "corporate girlie". While the comment might have sounded innocent to some, viewers at home were not impressed. One user wrote: "not too glamorous for a 9-5, oh dear". Another person asked: "what does 'too glamorous to do a 9-5' even mean?". Someone else agreed, also wondering: "Too gorgeous to do a 9-5??? What does that mean?" In a shock move, one singleton has already been booted out of the villa - and viewers are convinced they know who it is due to a big clue. The girl was told to grab her case and go after the arrival of bombshell Antonia Laites - who will be known as Toni in the show. In scenes yet to be aired, Toni - who is American - will make her dramatic entrance after all the islanders are coupled up. She is told to get to know the boys before choosing one to couple up with - leaving his girl being handed a one-way ticket back to the UK. Love Island continues tonight at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX. Love Island 2025 full lineup Harry Cooksley: A 29-year-old footballer with charm to spare. Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition. Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart. Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. Ben Hullbra: A model ready to make waves. Megan Clarke: An Irish actress already drawing comparisons to Maura Higgins. Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. Aaron Buckett: A towering 6'5' personal trainer. Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro Antonia Laites: Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. Rose Selway: Beauty salon owner from Devon who runs 12 aesthetics clinics, boasting a famous clientele including former Love Islanders Departures: Kyle Ashman: Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing.
Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
Who is Ben Holbrough and when is the model joining Love Island 2025?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BEN Holbrough not only loves to show off his six pack on social media, he says he's prepared to go all the way in the famous villa. He has even worked out a plan of action for if and when he gets some action on the show — here's everything we know about him. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Ben Holbrough is a new Love Island star Credit: Shutterstock 3 He admitted he's not afraid of having a cheeky romp in the villa 3 Ben has even worked out a nifty trick to hide his bedroom antics Credit: Instagram/@ Who is Ben Holbrough Ben Holbrough is a private hire taxi driver and model from Gloucester. He's already admitted he's not afraid of having a cheeky romp on Love Island 2025. The 23-year-old is one of the latest batch of singletons looking for love on the ITV2 dating show. Not only is he up for getting down and dirty on Love Island, Ben has even worked out a cheeky way to hide his bedroom antics. He said: "I can never say never, you know, you gotta take every day as it comes. "Who knows if there's a girl and I'm sharing a bed with her and she's sexy... it could get carried away." The 6ft 2in model added: "The hideaway is there for the taking as well, so we'll wait and see. "I've already told my family that I will try and keep it as PG as possible, because I have my niece watching, so I do need to make an effort to keep it PG. "But then again, there's nothing wrong with just putting a quick cover over, so I could just do that and people will think we're just having a quick cuddle, and that that is all it was." But he would also go to great lengths to avoid cheating: Love Island shock as girl is dumped from show in most brutal launch twist EVER 'If I've got loyalty to a girl, I would do my absolute best to go and sleep outside on my own. 'But if we're kind of 50/50, and there's five new girls coming in, it's going to be hard not to just, you know. 'Basically, I've got to go and say hello, we've got to get to know each other, so at least we'll see when we're there I guess.' Ben regularly shows off his six pack on social media in mirror selfies. Who knows if there's a girl and I'm sharing a bed with her and she's sexy... it could get carried away Ben Holbrough His Instagram already boasts over 14k followers as of June 9, 2025 — a number that is expected to skyrocket during his time on the show. In a video on his Star Now modelling page, Ben said: "My main line of work is modelling, which I've been doing for about five or six years now. "But when I'm not doing that, my hobbies are either going to the gym or playing football." Ben already has a connection to the world of reality TV — he's followed on Instagram by Married At First Sight star Lacey Martin. When is Ben Holbrough joining Love Island 2025? Ben is in the starting lineup for the show's 12th season, which kicks off at 9pm on Monday, June 9, 2025. He's one of the main batch of contestants entering the Love Island villa at the very start of the series, instead of joining the cast as a bombshell later on.
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Who is Ben Holbrough and when is the model joining Love Island 2025?
BEN Holbrough not only loves to show off his six pack on social media, he says he's prepared to go all the way in the famous villa. He has even worked out a plan of action for if and when he gets some action on the show — here's everything we know about him. 3 Who is Ben Holbrough Ben Holbrough is a private hire taxi driver and model from Gloucester. He's already admitted he's not afraid of having a cheeky romp on Love Island 2025. The 23-year-old is one of the latest batch of singletons looking for love on the ITV2 dating show. Not only is he up for getting down and dirty on Love Island, Ben has even worked out a cheeky way to hide his bedroom antics. He said: "I can never say never, you know, you gotta take every day as it comes. "Who knows if there's a girl and I'm sharing a bed with her and she's sexy... it could get carried away." The 6ft 2in model added: "The hideaway is there for the taking as well, so we'll wait and see. "I've already told my family that I will try and keep it as PG as possible, because I have my niece watching, so I do need to make an effort to keep it PG. "But then again, there's nothing wrong with just putting a quick cover over, so I could just do that and people will think we're just having a quick cuddle, and that that is all it was." But he would also go to great lengths to avoid cheating: Love Island shock as girl is dumped from show in most brutal launch twist EVER 'If I've got loyalty to a girl, I would do my absolute best to go and sleep outside on my own. 'But if we're kind of 50/50, and there's five new girls coming in, it's going to be hard not to just, you know. 'Basically, I've got to go and say hello, we've got to get to know each other, so at least we'll see when we're there I guess.' Ben regularly shows off his six pack on social media in mirror selfies. His Instagram already boasts over 14k followers as of June 9, 2025 — a number that is expected to skyrocket during his time on the show. In a video on his Star Now modelling page, Ben said: "My main line of work is modelling, which I've been doing for about five or six years now. "But when I'm not doing that, my hobbies are either going to the gym or playing football." Ben already has a connection to the world of reality TV — he's followed on Instagram by Married At First Sight star Lacey Martin. When is Ben Holbrough joining Love Island 2025? Ben is in the starting lineup for the show's 12th season, which kicks off at 9pm on Monday, June 9, 2025. He's one of the main batch of contestants entering the Love Island villa at the very start of the series, instead of joining the cast as a bombshell later on. Love Island 2025 full lineup Harry Cooksley: A 29-year-old footballer with charm to spare. Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition. Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart. Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. Ben Hullbra: A model ready to make waves. Megan Clarke: An Irish actress already drawing comparisons to Maura Higgins. Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. Aaron Buckett: A towering 6'5' personal trainer. Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro Antonia Laites: Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. Rose Selway: Beauty salon owner from Devon who runs 12 aesthetics clinics, boasting a famous clientele including former Love Islanders Departures:
The Irish Sun
a day ago
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- The Irish Sun
Who is Ben Holbrough and when is the model joining Love Island 2025?
BEN Holbrough not only loves to show off his six pack on social media, he says he's prepared to go all the way in the famous villa. He has even worked out a plan of action for if and when he 3 Ben Holbrough is a new Love Island star Credit: Shutterstock 3 He admitted he's not afraid of having a cheeky romp in the villa 3 Ben has even worked out a nifty trick to hide his bedroom antics Credit: Instagram/@ Who is Ben Holbrough He's already admitted he's not afraid of having a cheeky romp on The 23-year-old is one of the Not only is he up for read more on Love Island 2025 He said: "I can never say never, you know, you gotta take every day as it comes. "Who knows if there's a girl and I'm sharing a bed with her and she's sexy... it could get carried away." The 6ft 2in model added: "The hideaway is there for the taking as well, so we'll wait and see. "I've already told my family that I will try and keep it as PG as possible, because I have my niece watching, so I do need to make an effort to keep it PG. Most read in Love Island "But then again, there's nothing wrong with just putting a quick cover over, so I could just do that and people will think we're just having a quick cuddle, and that that is all it was." But he would also go to great lengths to avoid cheating: Love Island shock as girl is dumped from show in most brutal launch twist EVER 'If I've got loyalty to a girl, I would do my absolute best to go and sleep outside on my own. 'But if we're kind of 50/50, and there's five new girls coming in, it's going to be hard not to just, you know. 'Basically, I've got to go and say hello, we've got to get to know each other, so at least we'll see when we're there I guess.' Ben regularly shows off his six pack on social media in mirror selfies. Who knows if there's a girl and I'm sharing a bed with her and she's sexy... it could get carried away Ben Holbrough His Instagram already boasts over 14k followers as of June 9, 2025 — a number that is expected to skyrocket during his time on . In a video on his Star Now modelling page, Ben said: "My main line of work is modelling, which I've been doing for about five or six years now. "But when I'm not doing that, my hobbies are either going to the gym or playing football." Ben already has a connection to the world of reality TV — he's followed on Instagram by When is Ben Holbrough joining Love Island 2025? Ben is in the starting lineup for the He's one of the Love Island 2025 full lineup : A 29-year-old footballer with charm to spare. : A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. : A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. : A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. : A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. : International business graduate with brains and ambition. : A gym enthusiast with a big heart. : A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. Ben Hullbra : A model ready to make waves. : An Irish actress already drawing comparisons to Maura Higgins. : A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. : A towering 6'5' personal trainer. : A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro : Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. : Beauty salon owner from Devon who runs 12 aesthetics clinics, boasting a famous clientele including former Love Islanders Departures : : Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing.
