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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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Who is Dejon Noel Williams and when is the PT joining Love Island 2025?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE semi-professional footballer is switching line-ups as he looks for love on the UK's biggest reality dating show in 2025. Dejon Noel Williams features in the cast of Love Island 2025 which was exclusively revealed by The Sun - here is what we know about him. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 The footballer features in the 2025 Love Island line-up Credit: Instagram / dejonnoelwilliams 5 The fitness fanatic has already worked with big name sportswear brands Credit: Instagram/@dejonnoelwilliams Who is Dejon Noel Williams? Dejon Noel Williams is 26 and lives in London. He is a personal trainer and semi-professional footballer and has already worked with a string of big name sportswear brands. The London-based footballer currently plays for Bedford Town having previously featured for Oxford United, Wealdstone, Guadalajara and the Grenada national team. His father, Gifton Noel-Williams, 45, has played for Stoke City, Watford and Burnley. Dejon said: '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." 5 The new Love Islander has already amassed over 15k Instagram followers. Credit: Instagram The fitness fanatic has already gained 15.2k followers on Instagram as of June 5, 2025. The 26-year-old, who has modelled for a host of sports brands, told of his dream villa babe and said: "Someone who is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy." Dejon was questioned by police after being accused of stealing a woman's phone on a night out. He told The Sun: 'I was never arrested. 'I voluntarily spoke to the police to clarify the truth about what happened in this incident, with no further action taken. "To stress, my intentions here were entirely honourable and it is very upsetting to read claims that suggest otherwise.' ITV was aware of the incident with Dejon when he secured his place on the show, a spokesman confirmed. This year's series has already seen a shake-up with Love Island prospect, Kyle Ashman axed from the show after he was arrested over a machete attack. Kyle has spoken out about the incident, but has since been subbed out for professional rugby player Conor Phillips. Love Island 2025 start date Love Island 2025 will start at 9pm on Monday, June 9, when Maya Jama will welcome a host of new contestants into the villa. As usual, the show starts on ITV2 the week following the Late May Bank Holiday — a Love Island tradition. Maya Jama shares sweet video with rarely seen Scottish grandad on family holiday In a trailer for the latest series, Maya called for more 'twists and turns', saying: "This year Love Island needs something bigger, something bolder, I want ideas. "This year I want more drama, more bombshells, more break-ups, more makeups. "I want more twists, I want more twists than ever." The presenter shared a snap of six suitcases and three bags before heading to the airport to fly to Mallorca on May 26, 2025. Posting on Instagram once she had landed, Maya shared videos of herself dancing along with the caption: 'On holiday until I start Love Island.' 5 Maya Jama returns to host Love Island for a seventh time Credit: Instagram / mayajama 5 The 30-year-old is wants more twists and turns on the show this year Credit: Instagram The Love Island host shared her excitement about the upcoming series to her TikTok followers. She said: "We are so back. We are so f***ing back. I'm really excited, guys. The sun is out! Summer Love Island's about to happen. "They released a little advert. It ain't even the real advert yet. I can smell it in the air. 'A bunch of new cuties are about to enter that villa. Your 9pm's will be gone. You will be locked in! "I just got a really big wave of excitement. I can't wait. "Make sure you're there, because I will be in my little outfits.' Maya also confirmed the fate of Love Island's spin-off show Aftersun, stating that it will be back this year.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
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- The Irish Sun
Who is Dejon Noel Williams and when is the PT joining Love Island 2025?
THE semi-professional footballer is switching line-ups as he looks for love on the UK's biggest reality dating show in 2025. Dejon Noel Williams features in the cast of Love Island 2025 which was Advertisement 5 The footballer features in the 2025 Love Island line-up Credit: Instagram / dejonnoelwilliams 5 The fitness fanatic has already worked with big name sportswear brands Credit: Instagram/@dejonnoelwilliams Who is Dejon Noel Williams? Dejon Noel Williams is 26 and lives in London. He is a personal trainer and semi-professional footballer and has already worked with a string of big name sportswear brands. The London-based footballer currently plays for Bedford Town having previously featured for Oxford United, Wealdstone, Guadalajara and the Grenada national team. His father, Advertisement Read more on Love Island 2025 Dejon said: '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." 5 The new Love Islander has already amassed over 15k Instagram followers. Credit: Instagram Advertisement The fitness fanatic has already gained 15.2k followers on Instagram as of June 5, 2025. Most read in Love Island The 26-year-old, who has modelled for a host of sports brands, told of his dream villa babe and said: "Someone who is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy." He told The Sun: 'I was never arrested. Advertisement 'I voluntarily spoke to the police to clarify the truth about what happened in this incident, with no further action taken. "To stress, my intentions here were entirely honourable and it is very upsetting to read claims that suggest otherwise.' ITV was aware of the incident with Dejon when he secured his place on the show, a spokesman confirmed. This year's series has already seen a shake-up with Love Island prospect, Advertisement Love Island 2025 start date As usual, the show starts on ITV2 the week following the Late May Bank Holiday — a Love Island tradition. Maya Jama shares sweet video with rarely seen Scottish grandad on family holiday In a trailer for the latest series, Advertisement "This year I want more drama, more bombshells, more break-ups, more makeups. "I want more twists, I want more twists than ever." The presenter shared a snap of six suitcases and three bags before heading to the airport to fly to Mallorca on May 26, 2025. Posting on Instagram once she had landed, Maya shared videos of herself dancing along with the caption: 'On holiday until I start Love Island.' Advertisement 5 Maya Jama returns to host Love Island for a seventh time Credit: Instagram / mayajama 5 The 30-year-old is wants more twists and turns on the show this year Credit: Instagram The Love Island host shared her excitement about the upcoming series to her TikTok followers. She said: "We are so back. We are so f***ing back. I'm really excited, guys. The sun is out! Summer Advertisement "They released a little advert. It ain't even the real advert yet. I can smell it in the air. 'A bunch of new cuties are about to enter that villa. Your 9pm's will be gone. You will be locked in! "I just got a really big wave of excitement. I can't wait. "Make sure you're there, because I will be in my little outfits.' Advertisement Maya also confirmed the fate of
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Second new Love Island hunk questioned by cops after being accused of stealing woman's phone during night out
LOVE Island hunk Dejon Noel-Williams was questioned by police after he was accused of stealing a phone on a night out. The semi-pro footballer, 26, who is set to star in the 2 Love Island hunk Dejon Noel-Williams was questioned by police after he was accused of stealing a phone on a night out Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 The semi-pro footballer, 26, was interviewed after a woman's mobile was taken in London Credit: Instagram It makes Both were released with no further action. ITV was aware of the incident with Dejon when he secured his place on the dating show, a spokesman confirmed. He spoke to cops alongside Kettering FC footballer Harlain Mbayo, who was ordered to carry out a community resolution, which can involve an apology or compensation. Read more on Love Island The dispute was sparked over payment for food and an Uber taxi ride. Personal trainer 'I voluntarily spoke to the police to clarify the truth about what happened in this incident, with no further action taken. "To stress, my intentions here were entirely honourable and it is very upsetting to read claims that suggest otherwise.' Most read in Love Island The Met Police said: 'On March 16 at 04:05hrs officers responded to a report of a robbery in which a phone was taken. 'An investigation was launched and two men voluntarily took part in interviews. The victim's phone was recovered and has been returned. Love Island's Kyle Ashman reveals he wants show return as Casa Amor hunk after being axed over machete attack on dad 'No further action was taken against the 26-year-old man.' ITV added: 'We speak to our Islanders in advance of the show in addition to rigorous background screening, including DBS checks.'
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Second new Love Island hunk questioned by cops after being accused of stealing woman's phone during night out
The star is the second Islander this series to have been quizzed by cops ISLANDER COP QUIZ Second new Love Island hunk questioned by cops after being accused of stealing woman's phone during night out Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LOVE Island hunk Dejon Noel-Williams was questioned by police after he was accused of stealing a phone on a night out. The semi-pro footballer, 26, who is set to star in the new series, was interviewed after a woman's mobile was taken in London. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Love Island hunk Dejon Noel-Williams was questioned by police after he was accused of stealing a phone on a night out Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 2 The semi-pro footballer, 26, was interviewed after a woman's mobile was taken in London Credit: Instagram It makes Dejon the second Islander this series to have been quizzed by cops, after The Sun yesterday revealed Kyle Ashman was held over a machete attack. Both were released with no further action. ITV was aware of the incident with Dejon when he secured his place on the dating show, a spokesman confirmed. He spoke to cops alongside Kettering FC footballer Harlain Mbayo, who was ordered to carry out a community resolution, which can involve an apology or compensation. The dispute was sparked over payment for food and an Uber taxi ride. Personal trainer Dejon last night told The Sun: 'I was never arrested. 'I voluntarily spoke to the police to clarify the truth about what happened in this incident, with no further action taken. "To stress, my intentions here were entirely honourable and it is very upsetting to read claims that suggest otherwise.' The Met Police said: 'On March 16 at 04:05hrs officers responded to a report of a robbery in which a phone was taken. 'An investigation was launched and two men voluntarily took part in interviews. The victim's phone was recovered and has been returned. Love Island's Kyle Ashman reveals he wants show return as Casa Amor hunk after being axed over machete attack on dad 'No further action was taken against the 26-year-old man.' ITV added: 'We speak to our Islanders in advance of the show in addition to rigorous background screening, including DBS checks.'
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Love Islander's secret connection to former star revealed
This Love Islander has connections with a former star going back years... LINKING UP Love Islander's secret connection to former star revealed LOVE Island newbie Dejon Noel Williams is getting ready to start his villa adventure – and thankfully he has a famous pal who may have been able to provide him some tips. The 26-year-old personal trainer from London was one of the first stars to be announced today for this year's Love Island, heading off to Mallorca in the hopes of finding some romance. Advertisement 6 Dejon is entering the Love Island villa this year Credit: Instagram 6 The star is childhood friends with Tyrique Hyde Credit: Getty 6 The pair's fathers - Gifton Noel-Williams and Micah Hyde - played at Watford together Credit: Getty But before the show kicks off next Monday, The Sun can reveal that he already has a connection to a successful past contestant. Dejon's father, Gifton Noel-Williams, at one point was a professional footballer signed to Watford from 1996 to 2003. During this time, Gifton was teammates with Micah Hyde, the father of Love Island 2023 finalist, Tyrique. Tyrique found love in the villa with Ella Thomas, eventually placing third and staying with Ella for a year before their split. Advertisement Gifton and Micah played alongside each other throughout their respective time at Watford, being shown as solid pals on the pitch. Tyrique and Dejon are also the same age and have played football like their dads. As childhood friends, Dejon now trains Tyrique, with the pair sharing gym videos together on Instagram. Dejon is open about his famous dad, saying ahead of entering the villa: "I've met all kinds of famous people through him. Advertisement "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. " He says he's looking for a girl in the villa who "is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy". Ten Years of Love Island Maya Jama will be back to welcome the new gang into the villa for the ultimate summer of love. The Sun revealed exclusive photos of the new-look Majorcan villa, which promises to deliver some of the show's biggest twists yet. Advertisement Dejon is not the only islander with a famous connection, with fellow star Tommy Bradley revealing he has a famous boxing brother, Jamie, who trained with Anthony Joshua. Love Island starts Monday at 9pm on ITV, ITV2 and ITVX. 6 Hyde and Noel-Williams had Tyrique and Dejon in the same year Credit: Getty 6 Personal trainer Dijon now has Tyrique as a client Credit: Instagram Advertisement
