Love Island bombshell Josh’s secret connection to former show star revealed

LOVE Island bombshell Josh Brocklebank has a secret connection to the matchmaking series, The Sun can exclusively reveal.

The Essex-based financial advisor, 26, will enter the Mallorca villa tonight alongside fellow bombshell Ella Barnes, 23.

He already has the backing of one former show star - this being his best pal Zara McDermott.

Now The Sun can report how Josh dated former Islander Demi Jones, 25, before his villa stint.

Demi rose to fame in Love Island's first winter season in 2020 and has used her profile to raise awareness of her thyroid cancer battle and symptoms.

Covid regulations meant she was all alone and just 22 when her consultant dropped the bombshell that she had cancer in her neck and would need to have it cut out.

In an exclusive chat with The Sun, Demi said NHS "superheroes" became like family while she went through her treatment.

At the same time, they hailed her a lifesaver after her public journey with the cruel disease prompted more than 100 people to come forward - including Hollyoaks actress Abi Phillips - to have their lumps checked.

Meanwhile her ex Josh, who she dated ahead of his show stint, has told how he knows who to make a beeline for.

"I don’t think Sammy and Jess are that strong, so I hope to make a big impression on Jess when I arrive as she’s someone I’d definitely like to explore a connection with," Josh said.

"I’m most attracted to Jess and Kady.

"Personality wise, I think I’d be a great match for Jess. She’s so bubbly and has similar energy to me."

Josh went on to say that he "hopes" Jess' head will be turned when he walks through the door.

• Love Island continues tonight at 9pm on ITV2/ ITVX