LOVE Island 2024 is almost upon us, with a new cast of horny hopefuls searching for a soulmate.
The Sun exclusively announced that Ciaran Davies will be joining the reality dating show — here's what we know about the soon-to-be TV hunk.
Who is Love Island star Ciaran Davies?
Ciaran Davies is a 21-year-old surveyor from Pencoed, South Wales.
He will be swapping stunning Welsh beaches for sunny Majorca when he enters the famous Love Island villa, which has had a dramatic revamp.
A source described him as "gorgeous with a fit athletic build that will send the girls in the villa wild."
I’m a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back
Ciaran Davies
They also described him as a "sweet boy next door", adding: "He's the kind of lad you could happily take home to your mum."
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When asked why he applied for Love Island now and what he's looking for in a partner, Ronnie said: "It’s the perfect time for me, I feel like I’m mature enough for something serious with the right girl.
"Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I’m a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back.
"Loyalty is another one for me — I think that’s the most important thing to look for in a relationship."
What is Ciaran Davies' job?
As well as working as a surveyor, the handsome Welshman plays for Rugby Union team Tondu RFC.
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Ciaran competes for the first team in the position of second row.
Unlike fellow recently-revealed contestant Grace Jackson, he was not a social media star before making his TV debut.
What is Ciaran Davies' Instagram?
The Love Island hopeful can be found on Instagram using the handle @ciarandaviesss.
His account — which has his middle name, Mark, in the bio — shows that he is a dog lover and owns a Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
We are planning to turn up the heat this series
Mike Spencer
Ciaran's profile has been rapidly gaining attention since it was reported that he would feature on the prime time show, and as of May 27, 2024, his Insta boasts over 12,500 followers.
When does Love Island 2024 start?
ITV's popular dating show hosted by presenter Maya Jama is set to air again on June 3, 2024.
This series will be the second time Love Island is broadcast this year after the All Stars season in January saw ex-islanders returning to South Africa for another shot at finding love.
The dating show will launch on ITV1, ITV2 and ITVX in a first for the channel.
Creative Director of Lifted Entertainment Mark Spencer said: “Love Island is back and viewers are in for a big treat this summer as we have a villa full of sexy singles heading out to Majorca all looking for the one."
"We are planning to turn up the heat this series with brand new format elements, an incredible group of Islanders and an Insta worthy villa providing the most stunning backdrop for their summer of love."
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Paul Mortimer, ITV2 and ITVBe's Director of Reality Commissioning & Acquisitions, said: "After 10 series, I’m delighted to say that this year’s cast of Islanders is as amazing as ever and I can’t wait to see the entertainment and drama they’ll bring to, what will be, a somewhat re-vamped show."
The show's return is eagerly anticipated by fans following the release of the official trailer.