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Daily Mail
2 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Nepotism Island! From the daughter of a footballing legend to the son of a boyband star - the celebrity offspring who have appeared on Love Island as contestant whose dad introduced him to David Beckham enters the villa
A Love Island contestant with a famous father and celebrity connections will be entering the villa when the ITV2 series begins next week. The show, which has now had a long line of celebrity offspring appear, has acted as a platform for the children of famous faces to make their own way in showbiz. Notable names over the years include Danny Dyer 's daughter Dani, Michael Owen 's daughter Gemma and Ronan Keating's son Jack. And now, the son of former professional footballer Gifton Noel-Williams, Dejon, will be the latest nepo baby to appear on the reality dating show. Following in his father's talented footsteps, Dejon is a semi-professional footballer which he does alongside his job as a personal trainer. Gifton is a football manager and former footballer and has previously introduced his son to all sorts of famous connections. Dejon revealed that one of the biggest names he has met through his father is none other than David Beckham. Speaking on growing up around the game, he said: '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.' Dejon, from London, boasts 11,000 followers on social media thanks in part to his regular shirtless gyn snaps. His bio reads: 'I go beyond the gym—helping you build Strength, Confidence & Discipline for life.' In 2021, he represented the Grenada national football team. Dejon is looking for: 'Someone who is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy.' Dani Dyer Dani Dyer's stint on the show came in 2018, when she won the fourth series of Love Island alongside her then-boyfriend Jack Fincham. Nepo baby Dani was already known before her time on the show due to her actor dad Danny, who is best known for his roles on EastEnders, Rivals and Football Factory. Dani, who recently married footballer Jarrod Bowen, has worked on several projects since her memorable appearance on the series. Shortly after leaving the show, she signed a £500,000 deal to design her own range for In The Style, becoming a celebrity ambassador for the brand. She also began appearing as a guest reporter on The One Show in 2019, and the following year she launched a range of lip products with Vaseline. Dani Dyer's successful TV career, including her time on Love Island and subsequent projects, is seen by some as a result of her father's influence. The mother of three also appeared in an advert for Surf washing products and coined the earworm 'perf with Surf'. She now co-hosts a popular podcast with her dad, Sorted With The Dyers. Following the breakdown of her relationship with her co-star Jack, she began dating conman Sammy Kimmence, who she welcomed son Santiago with. In 2021 he was jailed for defrauding two pensioners out of nearly £34,000. Gemma Owen The daughter of Liverpool footballing legend Gemma, 22, appeared on the show during series eight of the programme in 2022 when she was 19 years old. Gemma, who has largely shunned the spotlight since her time on TV, signed a six-figure deal with fast fashion retailer PrettyLittleThing after the villa. The brand, who had worked closely with Love Island success story Molly-Mae Hague, signed Gemma with hopes of her being the face of the brand in a year-long partnership. At the time, Gemma claimed it was a 'dream come true', however she has since moved away from promoting fashion fashion to focus on her equestrian career. Gemma is an international dressage rider who has represented Great Britain in competitions worldwide. She began her dressage career at age eight and has competed at the European Junior Riders Championship, British U21 Championships, and Prix St Georges level. In 2023, she tragically lost her horse, Sirius Black III, and recently revealed she plans to compete at international level again soon on her horse, Ronnie. While on the show Gemma was paired up with Luca Bish, who later become her boyfriend before splitting months later. She is now dating show jumper Red Morgan. Jack Keating In the same year, Ronan Keating's son Jack also joined the show during the Casa Amor segment of the series. Jack, who was 23 when he appeared, was among the six new boys to arrive. At the time, Ronan admitted he had been 's****ing himself' waiting for Jack to enter Casa Amor, but is 'so proud of him'. Jesting to the crowd not to switch to the TV just yet, he continued: 'I don't want you all leaving the gig now to go home and watch it, stay until the end and then you can watch it on iPlayer or what'd you call it, ITV Player.' Ronan went on to admit that he has been 's****ing myself' because he couldn't tell anyone, sharing: 'Can we talk about it please? Because I don't know how I feel.' 'I'm very excited, he's gonna be amazing. He's such a sweetheart and has got the biggest heart in the world and I'm so proud of him. And off he goes, this is his adventure, it's all about him and i'm just going to sit back and watch Love Island every night!' explained Ronan. Prior to entering the villa, Jack, who is from Dublin but lives in London, said that his father is 'buzzing' that he is entering the famous Love Island villa. 'My dad is a singer, Ronan Keating. He will be watching when I'm on it for sure,' he said. In March earlier this year, it was revealed Jack had split from his new girlfriend just months after going official with the romance. It is the latest romantic mishap for the Love Island star, 26, who also failed to find love when he entered the villa back in 2022. He announced his new relationship with midwife Abby Phillips at the end of last year. But he has removed all trace of his latest girlfriend from his Instagram account, where he had shared how proud he was of his beau for graduating. The pair have also unfollowed each other on the app. Jack, a father of one, confirmed the news that he was recently single and said he is already dating again but 'taking it slow'. Jack's revelation that he is back on the market comes after he explained how he met Abby earlier this year. He told Evoke: 'I had a girlfriend and she had a boyfriend for a while, so we kind of just kept up-to-date with each other and then I became single, she became single. 'I saw her on Hinge and I was like 'right, let me slide into those DMs there.'' He told 'I was actually on a date last night – went pretty well. 'I'm doing the rounds. Back in. Taking it slow though. Very slow.' But while Jack's dating life appears to be having its ups and downs, he said that he is loving life as a dad. He added: 'Dad life as well. My daughter Maya turned two – So yeah, amazing.' Jack's former partner, Keely Iqbal, discovered that she was expecting while he was in the Love Island villa. Claudia Fogarty Other memorable contestants who arrived on the show with celebrity familial links included Carl Fogarty's daughter Claudia and Tamer Hassan's daughter Belle. Claudia was a contestant on the winter series of Love Island in 2023. She made her memorable entrance during the heart-rate challenge on day 23. Claudia found romance with Casey O'Gorman, who has since appeared on the show twice more, but their short-lived fling ended in the villa. She is now happily dating Ollie Crankshaw, who she is expecting a baby with. The star, 30, took to her Instagram page to reveal she is expecting her first child - a baby girl, with Ollie, who she went public with in September 2023. She penned in a caption as the pair showed off their scan: 'Half of me half of you. We can't wait to meet you. Baby Crankshaw coming November 25.' It was also recently revealed that nearly two years after her stint on the popular show, Claudia is swapping her reality TV roots for a new career in the fitness industry. Claudia has embarked on a new journey as a Kore Reformer Pilates instructor, having recently gained her fitness qualifications, and took to Instagram to share the news with her followers. Sharing several stunning snaps of herself in a fitted black activewear set while teaching a full class, Claudia wrote: 'In my Pilates girl era… I have started a Pilates page where I'm going to put all my reformer content on. 'I would love for you guys to give me a follow and come with me on my Pilates journey. 'I'll be sharing lots and happy to chat to anyone who wants to come to classes or book in with me for a 1:1. She concluded: 'So excited for this new chapter and to see where it takes me (love heart emoji)' On her Instagram story, she reposted the announcement, writing: 'Just me finding a new path in life. Loving this new journey already. 'So much to look forward to and share with you all. I've got a feeling this year is going to be a good year (love heart emoji).' She also posted her class schedule, which includes sessions from early morning to late evening, urging followers to book quickly as 'spaces are filling up fast.' Following in the footsteps of her mother, Michelle, a fitness coach, Claudia is now making her own mark in the wellness space. Before this career shift, she co-ran the clothing boutique Sister Stories with her sister, Danielle Fogarty. Belle Hassan Tamer's daughter Belle Hassan appeared on Love Island during its fifth season. Specifically, she entered the villa during the Casa Amor episode. Belle appeared on Love Island's 2019 series where she had a romance with Anton Danyluk. However, their union did not last outside of the villa, with the pair splitting after just five weeks of dating after the show ended. She then had a brief romance with Absolutely Ascot star Rudi Hewitt. In 2023 she admitted that she was afraid to go out after she was left with a black eye in a brutal attack the December before, insisting 'people do want to hurt you physically or verbally' following her appearance on Love Island. The reality personality who competed on the 2019 series, was 'hit in the face and abused' while on an evening out and she said she's come to expect a hostile reaction from some people while out in public. Speaking to Johnny Seifert on Secure The Insecure podcast, she explained: 'Situations like that happen a lot to influencers on nights out and you know you get people coming up to you saying, 'You think you are something because you were on the telly,' And, I am like, no I don't. 'I try to be nice to everyone and sometimes, in certain situations, you are only human, you do get into an argument and people do want to hurt you physically or verbally and they do want to be nasty to you, and I can only put that down to what people are going through in their own lives, and unfortunately they are unhappy. 'We have all been in a bad mental state and we have all been unhappy. But that is not an excuse to hurt someone physically or verbally. 'That is for them to work out on their self love journey why they are doing that, not for me. But hopefully they will get that sorted.' The screen star said she was scared at first to go out in public and returned to the scene of the incident in a bid to overcome her fears. She added: 'But, I am all good. I was a little bit nervous after going out again. 'So you know what I thought. I am going to go back to the same place and conquer the fear and I did it and I was okay.' Since appearing on Love Island, Belle has moved to Edinburgh and opened a beauty salon, moving away from the showbiz industry. She has mostly recently been publicly romantically involved with rugby player Luke Crosbie, who she announced she had split from. In February, Belle shared a heartbreaking post about suffering from 'emotional abuse'. She said she was at the 'lowest point in her life' and is struggling to get out of bed in the mornings. Belle did not name the person she claimed was causing her the emotional abuse. She was last known to be dating Luke, with them sharing loved-up snaps together last year. The star has now mysteriously deleted all of the snaps of them together and they no longer follow each other on socials. Tommy Fury While he is the son of ex-professional boxer John Fury, Tommy's best known relative is boxing legend Tyson Fury - who has held multiple world heavyweight championships. When he appeared on the fifth series of the programme in 2019, he was billed as the champion boxer's handsome younger brother. Speaking about his brother in his pre-show interview, he said: 'I'm my own man and I've said it throughout my whole boxing career. 'I don't want to be labelled as his little brother, I'm my own man and I'm doing the best that I can do in life and that's all I'm setting out to achieve.' Now a household name himself, Tommy has enjoyed incredible success since the show, both in his professional and private life. He has released clothing edits, secured modelling deals and also resurrected his boxing career. Most recently beating Kenan Hanjalic after 18 months off. During his series, Tommy finished in second place alongside Molly-Mae Hague, with the couple still together all these years later. Tommy proposed to Molly Mae in 2023 months after the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Bambi together, in January. But the couple shocked the showbiz world last summer when Molly Mae released a statement announcing they had decided to split. She shared the post on Instagram last August after five years together, with many suspecting he had been unfaithful. In a statement posted to her 8.5million Instagram followers, Molly confirmed the breakup, saying: 'I never imagined our story would end, especially not this way.' Tommy denied continued speculation about him cheating during a magazine interview, insisting any reports about him being with other women were 'complete and utter b*****ks.' Tommy said the reason he and Molly ended their romance was down to his excessive drinking. The aftermath of he break-up was documented in first installment of Molly-Mae's fly on the wall show, Molly-Mae: Behind It All. The couple have since confirmed they are giving things another go, while Tommy is also set to film his own show. Antigoni Buxton Before appearing on the eighth series of the show, Antigoni, 29, was no stranger to the world of television due to her celebrity chef mother Tonia Buxton. Tonia is a regular guest on Sunday Brunch. Antigoni's mother shared her excitement at her daughter entering the villa at the time: 'I can not believe that my @antigoni is in the Love Island Villa, she mentioned she would be sunbathing this week I didn't think she meant in Mallorca!' She added: 'We are all so excited for you and know you will be amazing! You have always been an island girl, so I know you will fit right in! Antigoni had a blossoming singing career ahead of her villa arrival - which was described as a mix of 'hip hop with UK beats and Greek/Middle Eastern elements'. Just weeks before entering the show she released a single called Hit List. In the villa she first coupled up with Davide Sanclimenti before ending up in a friendship couple with Charlie Radnedge. Although she didn't have the most successful time on Love Island, the singer-songwriter has thrived since she left. Appearing on the ITV2 show did give her singing career a boost, and in her single – titled You Can Have Him – Antigoni vents about a rival love interest 'taking her man'. While Antigoni insists the song isn't about any of her fellow Islanders (despite previously throwing shade at 'dishonest' Ekin-Su for picking Davide), she revealed she was inspired by a conversation with Love Island producers. Speaking on the Bangin' With Chloe Veitch podcast, Antigoni told the Too Hot to Handle star, 'As far as I know, no one's taken my man yet. Or ever. Touch wood. 'What inspired that song was… I got approached to go on Love Island early this year and I was in the process of deciding whether to do it and I had some Zoom calls with the producers. One of the producers was like to me, 'What would you do if somebody came in and you were coupled up with someone and one of the new girls wanted your man?' Although she didn't have the most successful time on Love Island, the singer-songwriter has thrived since she left 'I was like, 'Well, if you can take him you can have him' and it's like something that my dad's always said. No matter how much you want to be with somebody, you can't force someone to be with you. If somebody can take that person from you, it means they weren't meant for you.' Not only has she released her own music but she is also the founder of clothing label Antonia Bronze and has recently announced another fashion based project. Molly Marsh Molly, 23, appeared on the show in 2023 and caused a debate at the time due to suggestions her mother helped her gain a spot on the show. Molly's mum, Janet, has played three different roles on ITV's popular soap Coronation Street including a nurse, receptionist, and ITU nurse. But Janet slammed the 'narrative' that her theatre performer daughter was only given a place on the show because of her industry connections. Her first foray onto the cobbles was in 2005, where she played a nurse and she then joined the soap again in March 2008 playing a receptionist at the Scott-Roe Clinic. A year later, Janet returned to Weatherfield, this time to portray an ITU nurse after character Claire Peacock was rushed to hospital after being found unconscious at home. Molly, 23, appeared on the show in 2023 and caused a debate at the time due to suggestions her mother helped her gain a spot on the show Molly's mum, Janet, has played three different roles on ITV's popular soap Coronation Street including a nurse, receptionist, and ITU nurse Her first foray onto the cobbles was in 2005, where she played a nurse and she then joined the soap again in March 2008 playing a receptionist at the Scott-Roe Clinic Janet has had quite the TV career, having bagged other credits in shows such as Where The Heart Is, Bodies, In The Dark, Love, Lies and Records. Since appearing on Love Island, Molly Marsh, where she was coupled with Zach Noble, has launched a music career, releasing her debut single Werewolf. She has also been working on writing and recording new music in the studio. In addition to her musical endeavors, she has been building a strong social media presence, regularly posting fun TikTok videos and routines. Molly and Zach split after seven months together, removing any trace of each other on social media after making the decision to end their romance. They reunited just weeks later for a holiday to Australia where they rekindled their romance but they have recently been plagued by split rumours again. Liam Llewellyn Liam chose to leave series eight after six days and his departure made for uncomfortable viewing as he decided villa life wasn't for him. He returned home to his mum and dad, the latter being international rugby player David Llewellyn who played in the 1999 World Cup for Wales. The student was originally coupled up with Gemma Owen and it appeared they had more in common than they thought. They both have famous parents. Revealing why he decided to leave the show, Liam told MailOnline he couldn't cope with his actions being controlled by producers. Liam chose to leave series eight after six days and his departure made for uncomfortable viewing as he decided villa life wasn't for him He returned home to his mum and dad, the latter being international rugby player David Llewellyn who played in the 1999 World Cup for Wales (Liam and dad pictured at graduation) The Welsh student native said he underestimated how being filmed 24/7 would impact him mentally, knowing his every move was being watched and edited unfavourably. Liam said: 'I thought I was going to have the summer that everyone dreams of but now I'm living with no regrets, I took a chance but I realised I can't live on TV. 'I was expected to do things for a TV show and I couldn't be myself. I didn't want to do it. It is a TV show and it is produced. It's not all natural. 'In my head I was not in the right position to take part in a TV show because that's what you're doing. You have to go on dates, do challenges, and you're not in control of any of it. 'On my dates they asked me to repeat things because it didn't quite come through. 'I had loads of meetings with the execs, the series editor, and professional physiologists but after a couple of days of feeling the way I did, I made the decision on my own behalf that it wasn't right for me to carry on.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island's Dejon Noel-Williams has priceless response to being called a nepo-baby because of his football legend dad
Love Island's Dejon Noel-Williams has a priceless response to being called a nepo baby because of his football legend dad. The personal trainer and semi-professional footballer, 26, from London, is one of the singletons ready to find The One on the upcoming series of the ITV2 dating show. Dejon currently plays for Bedford Town, having previously played for Oxford United, Wealdstone and the Grenada national team. But he already had connections in the sporting world from his father Gifton Noel-Williams, 45, who has played for Stoke City, Watford and Burnley. Ahead of the first episode of the reality programme hitting our screens on Monday, he reacted to being called a nepo baby because of his starry family. 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. He said: 'I'm sorry, what's a nepo baby?' Dejon added while laughing: 'This is the first time I've ever heard of nepo baby, and this is no joke. I've never heard it before. 'The first time I've been called a nepo baby. I don't know how to react!' He has previously 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.' Dejon's dad Gifton, a former Premier League striker, began his professional football career in 1996 and last played for Codicote in 2017 before retiring. During his time at Watford from 1996 to 2003, he was teammates with none other than Micah Hyde - the father of 2023 Love Island star Tyrique Hyde. Gifton and Micah looked to have been good friends, with their sons Dejon and Tyrique being the same age. And according to The Sun, Dejon is pals with Tyrique, who made it all the way to the final on Love Island two years ago with then-girlfriend Ella Thomas. The two boys both followed in their fathers' footsteps by becoming footballers themselves. And in his role as a personal trainer, Dejon also counts Tyrique as one of his clients, with the duo often sharing videos of them working out at the gym together. Asked what he was looking for in a girl in the villa, Dejon said he wanted someone who 'is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy'. Tyrique shot to fame on the 2023 series with his romance with Ella being heavily tested with some dramatic ups and downs. They exited the villa together, but shortly after announced they'd split in November 2023, before trying to give it another go. But, in February 2024, MailOnline exclusively revealed Ella and Tyrique had parted ways permanently - after six months as a couple. Meanwhile, Dejon is not the only footballing connection in the upcoming series of Love Island, as fans of the lower leagues may have spotted a star dubbed 'The Surrey Zidane' (pictured) Harry Cooksley (pictured), 29, is a midfielder for Southern League Premier South side Farnham Town, while also working as a gold trader and model A source told MailOnline: 'Ella and Tyrique have decided it's time to go their separate ways. 'They have such love for each other, but they often struggle to get along and as viewers saw in the villa, they're always arguing.' Meanwhile, Dejon is not the only footballing connection in the upcoming series of Love Island, as fans of the lower leagues may have spotted a star dubbed 'The Surrey Zidane'. Harry Cooksley, 29, is a midfielder for Southern League Premier South side Farnham Town, while also working as a gold trader and model. But more interestingly, his pastimes include being a body double for Arsenal and England star Declan Rice. Harry revealed: '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.' Love Island will be available to watch on ITV2 and to stream on ITVX from June 9.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Love Island's Dejon denies being a nepo baby despite famous footballer dad and show legend best mate
ONE of the new Love Island hunks denied being a nepo baby, despite his premier league footballer dad and TV star friend. Dejon Noel-Williams is one of the latest singles hoping to find love on the ITV reality series and opened up about what he is looking forward to the most. 4 4 In a roundtable chat with media, Dejon spoke about his dad, Gifton Noel-Williams, 45, a professional footballer who had played for Stoke City, Watford and Burnley. The personal trainer and semi-professional footballer in his own right said his dad was proud of his "football journey."and has already worked with a string of big name sportswear brands. When asked about what he thought of being labelled a "nepo baby," a modern term for someone whose success has been on the back of nepotism, Dejon admitted he'd never heard the term. "Now that I've been called a nepo baby, I don't know how to react," he said. The accusations of being a nepo baby were also put to Dejon over his friendship with former Love Islander, Tyrique Hyde. "I've known him since we were kids, like babies," Dejon said, adding, "my dad and his dad played for the same team and they were best friends." "As we got older, we had similar interests. We played for the same teams and we played against each other at football." As for his own footballing career, Dejon currently plays for Bedford Town having previously featured for Oxford United, Wealdstone, Guadalajara and the Grenada national team. "I was the first in my family to represent our family name internationally. I played international football," Dejon told The Sun. Recently, 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. 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.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The 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 exclusively revealed by The Sun - here is what we know about him. 5 5 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 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 5 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.'
The Sun
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
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. 6 6 6 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. 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. "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. 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 6 6
