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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island star's secret link to former Islander and mum's unlikely job
EXCLUSIVE: Love Island 2025 star Blu Chegini has raised eyebrows with his incredibly honest and open attitude towards sex - and it turns out it's all thanks to his mum's very unusual job Incoming Love Island star Blu Chegini is already turning heads ahead of the show's explosive return on Monday, June 9 for its 12th series, but it's not just his piercing eyes or his shredded physique that have people talking. The 20-year-old, who hails from London and is a construction project manager, is packing a past that's guaranteed to raise eyebrows – from his secret connection to former Islander who appeared on the All Stars series earlier this year, to his rather unexpected upbringing inside his mum's sex shop in Spain. In an exclusive chat with The Mirror, Blu revealed that although he hasn't yet met Kaz, who famously appeared in Love Island 2018, their paths have more than just crossed in spirit - they both train at the same Muay Thai gym on the Costa Blanca. 'I haven't met her, but she trains at Real Paddy Club in Spain – the same gym I go to,' Blu explained. 'She trains with someone I know.' Blu, who's been boxing since he was a teen, credits Muay Thai for keeping him focused and humble. It's part of what he hopes to bring to the villa – discipline, confidence and a whole lot of charisma. But if you thought training with a former Islander was wild, wait until you hear about his home life. Blu's mum runs a sex shop in Spain – and not just any backstreet boutique. It's a fully-fledged, advice-giving, no-judgement haven for couples and curious minds alike. Asked if he ever got a family discount, Blu laughs: 'Yeah, pretty much. Anything you want!' While some might be mortified, Blu speaks candidly about what it was like growing up surrounded by adult toys and open conversations about sex. 'It was cool,' he says. 'Back then it was more taboo, but people eventually realised it's actually pretty awesome. A lot of my friends go to my mum for advice - it's a very open relationship.' His grounded, no-shame attitude towards sexuality could serve him well in the villa – especially now that ITV has confirmed it won't censor sex scenes in the 2025 series. For the first time since the show toned things down in recent years, producers say islanders who hook up will be shown doing so, sparking a major conversation online. So what does Blu – whose own mum gives out sex advice – make of it all? 'She hasn't asked me, but it wouldn't surprise her if it happened,' he admits. 'I'm not going in expecting it – whatever happens, happens.' ITV insiders say the move reflects a more 'authentic' approach to dating on screen, but for Blu, it's just another part of being open and honest about intimacy. That openness, he says, was modelled early on by his mum – and he's not shy about it. 'Oh yeah, full tour,' he chuckles, when we ask if he's ever taken a date to the family business. 'The shop gives everyone a whole experience – education and the shop assistants make you feel comfortable.' Blu's already won fans over with his straight-talking, down-to-earth charm. Describing himself as 'energetic and bubbly,' he's going into the villa hoping to be 'someone who can be there for others when they're having a tough time' – and says he's not the type to play games. Keeping coy about his type, and not specifying looks when speaking about his type, he is mostly into 'Someone who is family oriented, has a lot of love to give and a lot of love to receive. Personality goes a long way." With a connection to past royalty, a refreshingly honest view on modern love, and an upbringing like no other, Blu is about to make waves in Love Island 2025 – and we'll be watching every second. Love Island 2025 begins Monday 9 June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island's Blu Chegini offers sex tips to co-stars and sets his sights on the hideaway as he reveals his parents' VERY racy jobs
Love Island's Blu Chegini has joked that he will offer sex tips to his co-stars in the villa and has set his eyes on the hideaway as he opened up about his mum's VERY racy job. The construction project manager, 26, from London, is one of the sexy singletons ready to find The One on the upcoming series of the ITV2 dating show. Ahead of entering the iconic villa in Mallorca, Blu revealed that his mum owns a 'popular' sex shop in Spain. When asked what his parents think if he ended up doing the deed on the programme, Blu said: 'I haven't really spoken to them about it. 'It's not something I probably would have gone and said, "look, listen, what's going to happen." From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Yes it's something that we've been open with our whole lives. 'It doesn't mean that I'm going in there with like "I'm going do that, this is what is going to happen." 'Like, whatever happens, they're gonna be supported no matter what. 'So for me, it's not always that.' The hunk is very interested to see what Love Island's iconic Hideaway has to offer - which is usually kitted out with various sex toys and kinky outfits. The room is somewhere the Islanders can get some alone time in an intimate setting away from the rest of their co-stars He said: 'I'm keen to see what the hideaway has in store!' Blu added: 'I hope they bring in like, not the trashy stuff.' The hunk is very interested to see what Love Island's iconic Hideaway has to offer - which is usually kitted out with various sex toys and kinky outfits When asked if he'll give any tips to the other Islanders, he said: 'I don't think I'm qualified for that... 'But I could give some tips if needed.' It comes after it was revealed that Love Island fans are set to enjoy the x-rated sex scenes happening in the famous Hideaway again as a new summer instalment looms in. The hit dating ITV show is set to bring sexy back for the very first time in five years, according to bosses' comments. 'If sex happens, we'll show it. 'The Hideaway will be open 24 hours,' Mike Spencer, Love Island's Creative Director said. He added: 'We need to keep the show fresh and exciting. 'After 10 years, the stats speak for themselves. The show will continue to thrive.' And although the usual play of Love Island is to couple up with one other person from the opposite sex - bosses are hoping for potential throuples in the villa this year as they 'tear up the rule book' and install new furniture to help encourage bonking and create drama. One of the new additions includes a trampoline bed that sits across the swimming pool, and the Love Island exec has insisted it has been tested for up to four people. The secret hideaway - which includes a bed and hot tub - is now open 24 hours a day for those that aren't coupled up. Love Island's Harry Cooksley and Ben Holbrough have also insisted that they WILL have sex in the villa - and have already warned their families about saucy romps airing to the nation. When asked about if would go all the way, Harry from Guildford, Surrey, said: 'Listen... It's not out of question. 'If it feels right then I will. I have briefed my mum as well. Meanwhile Ben from Gloustershire said: 'I can never say never. 'You know, you gotta take every day as it comes. 'Who knows... there's a girl and I was trying to bed with, and she's sexy... 'Who knows, cuddling every night, it could get carried away. 'The hideaway is there as well, so we'll wait and see.' Love Island starts Monday 9th June 2025.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Nothing's off limits in Love Island, says sex shop owner's son Blu as he reveals hopes of naughty Hideaway nights
FLIRT ALERT Nothing's off limits in Love Island, says sex shop owner's son Blu as he reveals hopes of naughty Hideaway nights LOVE ISLAND'S latest bombshell Blu Chegini says he's open to anything under the sheets – and reckons the steamy Hideaway might not even compare to his mum's sex shop. The cheeky singleton, whose mum runs a well-known adult store in Spain, reckons his upbringing makes him more than ready for what the villa throws at him. Advertisement 4 Blu Chegini is ready for what Love Island has to throw at him Credit: Instagram/@bluchegini 4 The businessman grew up in Spain where his mum runs a sex shop Credit: Instagram/@bluchegini 4 Blu says 'the fact I speak fluent Spanish comes in handy when it comes to flirting' Credit: Instagram/@bluchegini Asked what his parents thought about him potentially having sex on national TV, Blu shrugged it off, saying: 'I haven't really spoken to them about it… 'It's not something I probably would have gone and said, like, 'look, listen, what's going to happen?' 'Yes, it's something that we've been open with our whole lives, it doesn't mean I'm going in there like, 'I'm going to do that' whatever happens, happens. 'They're going to be supportive no matter what.' Advertisement Blu, who's already turning heads with his good looks and smooth charm, also hinted he's got high hopes for the villa's most infamous room. 'I'm keen to see what the Hideaway's got in store. See how it compares, mum's shop and the Hideaway.' So, which will come out on top? 'Probably my mum's shop, to be honest,' Blu told The Sun. Advertisement 'They bring in some, like, I don't know… not the trashy stuff.' Blu's saucy background is already his claim to fame. Love rats & machete arrests: Love Island's most DRAMATIC launch ever?! Speaking to ITV, he revealed: 'My mum owns a sex shop in Spain, which everyone knows and is quite popular. 'Growing up as a kid I was laughed at for it, but little did people know that all their parents were buying stuff from there.' Advertisement But despite his racy roots, Blu insists he's a softie at heart and is looking for something real: 'Someone who's family orientated, has a lot of love to give and a lot of love to receive – personality goes a long way.' And when quizzed on whether Maya Jama would hire or fire him based on his flirting alone, Blu joked: '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!' Businessman Blu will be swapping his wardrobe of smart suits for swimming trucks when he walks into the villa. Advertisement Blu is based in London and currently works as a construction project manager. He graduated from Oxford Brookes University in 2023 with a Bsc Hons in Construction Project Management and works for a firm in the captial's swanky Fitzrovia. 4 Love Island Line up- Instagram Vid grabs, , Credit: Instagram
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Nothing's off limits in Love Island, says sex shop owner's son Blu as he reveals hopes of naughty Hideaway nights
LOVE ISLAND'S latest bombshell Blu Chegini says he's open to anything under the sheets – and reckons the steamy Hideaway might not even compare to his mum's sex shop. The cheeky singleton, whose mum runs a well-known adult store in Spain, reckons his upbringing makes him more than ready for what the villa throws at him. Advertisement 4 Blu Chegini is ready for what Love Island has to throw at him Credit: Instagram/@bluchegini 4 The businessman grew up in Spain where his mum runs a sex shop Credit: Instagram/@bluchegini 4 Blu says 'the fact I speak fluent Spanish comes in handy when it comes to flirting' Credit: Instagram/@bluchegini Asked what his parents thought about him potentially having sex on national TV, 'It's not something I probably would have gone and said, like, 'look, listen, what's going to happen?' 'Yes, it's something that we've been open with our whole lives, it doesn't mean I'm going in there like, 'I'm going to do that' whatever happens, happens. 'They're going to be supportive no matter what.' Advertisement READ MORE ON LOVE ISLAND Blu, who's already turning heads with his good looks and smooth charm, also hinted he's got high hopes for the villa's most infamous room. 'I'm keen to see what the Hideaway's got in store. See how it compares, mum's shop and the Hideaway.' So, which will come out on top? 'Probably my mum's shop, to be honest,' Blu told The Sun. Advertisement Most read in Love Island Exclusive 'They bring in some, like, I don't know… not the trashy stuff.' Blu's saucy background is already his claim to fame. Love rats & machete arrests: Love Island's most DRAMATIC launch ever?! Speaking to ITV, he revealed: 'My mum owns a sex shop in Spain, which everyone knows and is quite popular. 'Growing up as a kid I was laughed at for it, but little did people know that all their parents were buying stuff from there.' Advertisement But despite his racy roots, Blu insists he's a softie at heart and is looking for something real: 'Someone who's family orientated, has a lot of love to give and a lot of love to receive – personality goes a long way.' And when quizzed on whether Maya Jama would hire or fire him based on his flirting alone, Blu joked: '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!' Businessman Blu will be swapping his wardrobe of smart suits for swimming trucks when he walks into the villa. Advertisement Blu is based in London and currently works as a construction project manager. He graduated from Oxford Brookes University in 2023 with a Bsc Hons in Construction Project Management and works for a firm in the captial's swanky Fitzrovia. 4 Love Island Line up- Instagram Vid grabs, , Credit: Instagram Advertisement
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Nothing's off limits in Love Island, says sex shop owner's son Blu as he reveals hopes of naughty Hideaway nights
LOVE ISLAND'S latest bombshell Blu Chegini says he's open to anything under the sheets – and reckons the steamy Hideaway might not even compare to his mum's sex shop. The cheeky singleton, whose mum runs a well-known adult store in Spain, reckons his upbringing makes him more than ready for what the villa throws at him. 4 4 4 Asked what his parents thought about him potentially having sex on national TV, Blu shrugged it off, saying: 'I haven't really spoken to them about it… 'It's not something I probably would have gone and said, like, 'look, listen, what's going to happen?' 'Yes, it's something that we've been open with our whole lives, it doesn't mean I'm going in there like, 'I'm going to do that' whatever happens, happens. 'They're going to be supportive no matter what.' Blu, who's already turning heads with his good looks and smooth charm, also hinted he's got high hopes for the villa's most infamous room. 'I'm keen to see what the Hideaway's got in store. See how it compares, mum's shop and the Hideaway.' So, which will come out on top? 'Probably my mum's shop, to be honest,' Blu told The Sun. 'They bring in some, like, I don't know… not the trashy stuff.' Blu's saucy background is already his claim to fame. Speaking to ITV, he revealed: 'My mum owns a sex shop in Spain, which everyone knows and is quite popular. 'Growing up as a kid I was laughed at for it, but little did people know that all their parents were buying stuff from there.' But despite his racy roots, Blu insists he's a softie at heart and is looking for something real: 'Someone who's family orientated, has a lot of love to give and a lot of love to receive – personality goes a long way.' And when quizzed on whether Maya Jama would hire or fire him based on his flirting alone, Blu joked: '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!' Businessman Blu will be swapping his wardrobe of smart suits for swimming trucks when he walks into the villa. Blu is based in London and currently works as a construction project manager. He graduated from Oxford Brookes University in 2023 with a Bsc Hons in Construction Project Management and works for a firm in the captial's swanky Fitzrovia.
