Love Island 2021: How this year's Islanders appear VERY familiar to previous contestants

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    After the Love Island 2021 contestants were announced on Monday, fans swiftly pointed out that bosses had failed in their strive and vow to include more diversity. 

    When tongues began wagging, bosses defended claims of a lack of diversity, saying the Islanders have ‘healthy BMIs’, after the line-up came under fire from ‘disappointed’ fans as they complained about the lack of diversity after execs promised an ‘inclusive’ cast. 

    And despite their protestations, a look back at former contestants and this year’s hopefuls shows some striking likenesses over the years – only giving a further nod to one fan’s observation that: ‘They stuck with tokenism and just hit copy and paste.’ 

    Here they are! After the Love Island 2021 contestants were announced on Monday, fans swiftly pointed out that bosses had failed in their strive and vow to include more diversity with clear similarities to previous years

    Here they are! After the Love Island 2021 contestants were announced on Monday, fans swiftly pointed out that bosses had failed in their strive and vow to include more diversity with clear similarities to previous years

    One fan made the observation that: 'They stuck with tokenism and just hit copy and paste'

    One fan made the observation that: ‘They stuck with tokenism and just hit copy and paste’

    Love Island has previously been slammed by fans and former contestants for lack of different ethnic backgrounds, body types and members of the LGBT community represented on the show. 

    However, representatives for the reality show told MailOnline: ‘As a broadcaster, ITV celebrates diversity of every sort across our range of programmes in our schedule and across our channels. In terms of casting for Love Island, the only stipulation to applicants is they must be over 18, single and looking for love.’

    Show bosses went on to staunchly insist: ‘This year’s Love Islanders come from a diverse range of backgrounds with a mix of personalities and have a healthy BMI.’ 

    We take a look at this year’s lookalikes…

    This year: Faye Winter

    2018: Laura Anderson

    Cascading blonde locks, VERY perky cleavage, an envy-inducing pout and lithe limbs are but a few features shared between Faye Winter and Laura Anderson from Season Four in 2018 (left-right) 

    THE BLONDE BOMBSHELL: Faye Winter   

    Estate agent Faye, 26, boasts all the hallmarks of a Love Island beauty, complete with a plump pout, eye-popping assets and a deep tan to spark envy among viewers. 

    It is plain to see where she may have borrowed her looks from in previous series as she bares a striking resemblance to Laura Anderson from 2018’s fourth series. 

    Laura found love in the villa with Paul Knopps however their romance soon ended. She went on to rekindle her romance with Another Level star Dane Bowers.  

    Ahead of entering the villa, Faye said: ‘I’m looking for someone that will put me in my place. Someone that makes me laugh. But also someone that takes my banter. I’m like a five-year-old in a playground, if I like you, I will make a mockery of you and laugh and joke. That is my really terrible flirting skills. I need someone who can take that.’   

    Estate agent Faye, 26, boasts all the hallmarks of a Love Island beauty, complete with a plump pout, eye-popping assets and a deep tan to spark envy among viewers.
    Estate agent Faye, 26, boasts all the hallmarks of a Love Island beauty, complete with a plump pout, eye-popping assets and a deep tan to spark envy among viewers.

    Estate agent Faye, 26, boasts all the hallmarks of a Love Island beauty, complete with a plump pout, eye-popping assets and a deep tan to spark envy among viewers.

    This year: Aaron Francis

    2020: Luke Trotman

    With their beaming white smiles, ripped abs, matching hoop jewellery and a similar taste in wacky swimwear, Aaron Francis and Luke Trotman from 2020’s Winter season (left-right) certainly share a resemblance 

    THE HUNK: Aaron Francis  

    Luxury events planner Aaron Francis, 24, boasts all the hallmarks of a classic Love Island hunk – ripped abs, a dazzling smile, edgy fashion sense and a slick hairdo. 

    Yet in a true nod to the show’s clone factory, you may feel you’ve seen him before following last year’s contestant Luke Trotman’s appearance with very similar credentials in his appearance. 

    Luke was lucky in love in the villa, when he found lasting romance with co-star Siannise Fudge. The couple recently adopted a dog and live together. 

    Ahead of entering the villa, Aaron said: ‘I need someone that is passionate about what they are doing – from scientist to anything – you can tell when someone is speaking about something and they are actually smiling while they are talking. I love that.

    ‘I don’t like when people are doing a job just to make money and then they kind of just live for the weekend. Especially because I work on the weekends.’

    Luxury events planner Aaron Francis boasts all the hallmarks of a classic Love Island hunk - ripped abs, a dazzling smile, edgy fashion sense and a slick hairdo.
    Luxury events planner Aaron Francis boasts all the hallmarks of a classic Love Island hunk - ripped abs, a dazzling smile, edgy fashion sense and a slick hairdo.

    Luxury events planner Aaron boasts all the hallmarks of a classic Love Island hunk – ripped abs, a dazzling smile, edgy fashion sense and a slick hairdo

    This year: Hugo Hammond

    2018: Dr Alex George

    Hugo Hammond and Dr Alex George from Season Four in 2018 (left-right) share similar clean-cut, hunky good looks

    CLEAN-CUT AND CHARMING: Hugo Hammond 

    Hugo, 24, is Love Island’s first ever disabled contestant and while he is one of a kind in this regard, he shares all the dazzling accolades as the show’s first ever doctor contestant.

    Dr Alex George of Season Four boasted a statuesque frame and clean-cut good looks, which Hugo mirrors perfectly.

    Sadly the medical professional’s love life has now been as successful as his career, as he failed to find love in the villa and has only shared a handful of his romances in the public arena.

    Ahead of entering the villa, Hugo said: ‘I’ve been single for a while now. With the current climate, it’s been really hard to get back into dating. I saw it as an opportunity to have an amazing fun summer and put myself back out there.’

    Hugo is Love Island's first ever disabled contestant and while he is one of a kind in this regard, he shares all the dazzling accolades as the show's first ever doctor contestant.
    Hugo is Love Island's first ever disabled contestant and while he is one of a kind in this regard, he shares all the dazzling accolades as the show's first ever doctor contestant.

    Hugo is Love Island’s first ever disabled contestant and while he is one of a kind in this regard, he shares all the dazzling accolades as the show’s first ever doctor contestant.

    This year: Chloe Burrows

    2020: Shaugna Phillips

    Girl-next-door good looks, stunning figures and cascading caramel extensions make Financial Services Marketing Executive Chloe Burrows and Shaughna Phillips from 2020’s Winter season a perfect match (left-right) 

    THE GIRL NEXT DOOR: Chloe Burrows 

    Financial Services Marketing Executive Chloe, 25, will cause double takes thanks to her similarities to stunning Shaughna Phillips from last year’s series, with their similar hair dos and lashings of make-up. 

    Shaughna was a beloved star of the show, as she became a hit among girls when her heartache played out on screen as Callum Jones cruelly dumped her. 

    Ahead of entering the villa, Chloe said: ‘I like a good build. I go to the gym. I want someone who is funny. Really funny and caring and will do nice little things for you.

    ‘And then obviously someone who you can depend on to not ditch you. Because I am quite a big character and quite loud, they would have to be as loud, if not more.

    ‘I could never be with someone who is quiet. Someone that gives you a bit back’

    Financial Services Marketing Executive Chloe, 25, will cause double takes thanks to her similarities to stunning Shaughna from last year's series, with their similar hair dos and lashings of make-up.
    Financial Services Marketing Executive Chloe, 25, will cause double takes thanks to her similarities to stunning Shaughna from last year's series, with their similar hair dos and lashings of make-up.

    Financial Services Marketing Executive Chloe, 25, will cause double takes thanks to her similarities to stunning Shaughna from last year’s series, with their similar hair dos and lashings of make-up.

    This year: Kaz Kamwi

    2019: Yewande Biala

    With glamorous looks, similar sleek hairstyles and flawless figures, Kaz Kamwi and Yewande Biala from 2019’s Season Five (left-right)

    THE FASHIONISTA: Kaz Kamwi

    Kaz Kamwi, is a fashion blogger from Essex and while her career varies wildly from scientist Yewande Biala from Season Five, their stunning good looks certainly add them to the lookalike pool. 

    While Yewande’s love life stayed relatively removed from the spotlight, she hit headlines earlier this year when she penned a statement appearing to brand her co-star Lucie Donlan an ‘oppressor’ and claimed she had ‘stripped her of her identity’ by asking to call her by another name during their stint in the house.

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, Kaz said: ‘I like meeting new people, I’m ready to be in a relationship. Why not be in a place where people are looking for the same things as me?’ 

    Kaz is a fashion blogger from Essex and while her career varies wildly from scientist Yewande, their stunning good looks certainly add them to the lookalike pool.
    Kaz is a fashion blogger from Essex and while her career varies wildly from scientist Yewande, their stunning good looks certainly add them to the lookalike pool.

    Kaz is a fashion blogger from Essex and while her career varies wildly from scientist Yewande, their stunning good looks certainly add them to the lookalike pool.

    This year: Liberty Poole

    2018: Ellie Brown

    Nando’s waitress Liberty Poole and Season Four’s Ellie Brown’s resemblance is clear to see

    THE BLONDE BEAUTY: Liberty Poole 

    Fluttering lashes, a ski slope nose and a plump pout make Nando’s waitress Liberty Poole and Ellie Brown an uncanny pairing. 

    The duo’s blonde locks pair them together perfectly and add to the Love Island lookalike pools. 

    Ellie enjoyed a romance with Charlie Brake however things ended badly when they left the house. 

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, Liberty said: ‘So I like tall, alpha male, confident, a cheeky chappy sort of guy.

    ‘But obviously that’s always usually combined with player types, which is where I go wrong. So I am trying to change my ways and go for more of a nicer guy that is going to treat me right.’

    Fluttering lashes, a ski slope nose and plump pout make Liberty and Ellie Brown an uncanny pairing.
    Fluttering lashes, a ski slope nose and plump pout make Liberty and Ellie Brown an uncanny pairing.

    Fluttering lashes, a ski slope nose and plump pout make Liberty and Ellie Brown an uncanny pairing.

    This year: Jake Cornish

    2020: Finn Tapp

    Rugged beards, a penchant for tattoos and striking good looks make Jake Cornish and Season Six winner Finn Tapp (left-right) make this year’s perfect nostalgic lookalikes

    THE BEEFCAKE: Jake Cornish 

    Jake and Finn’s beefed up bodies and inkings make them the perfect Love Island twins. 

    Finn won the show alongside his current girlfriend and his hunky appearance won many admirers both in and out of the villa – a fate water engineer is no doubt hoping to replicate.

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, Jake said: ‘Looks wise, always gone for blondes. But for me, the main thing is having respect and having good fun, and someone who will be loyal to you…

    ‘I’ve had messages from girls that have got boyfriends and husbands. This is why I don’t trust anyone. Someone who is loyal really. But when I’m single, I like having a good time!’

    Jake and Finn's beefed up bodies and inkings make them the perfect Love Island twins.
    Jake and Finn's beefed up bodies and inkings make them the perfect Love Island twins.

    Jake and Finn’s beefed up bodies and inkings make them the perfect Love Island twins

    This year: Toby Aromolaran

    2018: Wes Nelson

    Toby Aromolaran and 2018’s Wes Nelson (left-right) share chiselled jaws, identical facial hair and extremely ripped bodies

    THE HEARTTHROB: Toby Aromolaran 

    Footballer Toby Aromolaran, 22, from Essex appears to be this year’s Wes Nelson, with his slick good looks and a perfectly groomed style. 

    Wes is one of Love Island’s biggest hits following the runaway success of his first single See Nobody. 

    While he is already a successful footballer, Toby would undoubtedly be happy to replicate Wes’ success. 

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, he of his persona: ‘Optimistic. I always see the bright side in the worst situations. I’m a fun guy when I go on a night out. Responsible guy as well.’ 

    Footballer Toby appears to be this year's Wes, with his slick good looks and a perfectly groomed style.
    Footballer Toby appears to be this year's Wes, with his slick good looks and a perfectly groomed style.

    Footballer Toby appears to be this year’s Wes, with his slick good looks and a perfectly groomed style.

    This year: Shannon Singh

    2019: Anna Vakili

    Shannon Singh and 2019’s Anna Vakili’s similarities extend to their incredible curves, tumbling dark tresses and plump pouts

    THE MINX: Shannon Singh

    OnlyFans star Shannon Singh has been a headline hitter since the contestants were announced on Monday and she is no doubt likely to turn heads thanks to her incredible curves and stunning good looks – something she shares with Anna Vakili. 

    Pharmacist Anna was a contestant on the 2019 series of the show and was a hit thanks to her curvaceous figure. 

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, Shannon said: ‘I don’t feed off looks, I feed off energy, I need someone with personality. Just someone I can have fun with. I’m a party girl, I love going out, I’m very social.

    ‘For me it’s quite hard to find people who are genuine and looking for what you’re looking for’.

    Shannon has been a headline hitter since the contestants were announced on Monday and she is no doubt likely to turn heads thanks to her incredible curves and stunning good looks - something she shares with Anna.
    Shannon has been a headline hitter since the contestants were announced on Monday and she is no doubt likely to turn heads thanks to her incredible curves and stunning good looks - something she shares with Anna.

    Shannon has been a headline hitter since the contestants were announced on Monday and she is no doubt likely to turn heads thanks to her incredible curves and stunning good looks – something she shares with Anna.

    This year: Brad McClelland

    2019: Greg O'Shea

    Labourer Brad McClelland and 2019 winner Greg O’Shea boast the same haircut, megawatt grin and well worked bodies

    THE BOY NEXT DOOR: Brad McClelland

    Brad seems to have all the makings of a winner – thanks to his resemblance to former winner Greg O’Shea. 

    With their sleek brunette hairdos, their ripped frames and dazzling grins, the duo seem to be perfectly matched.  

    Greg won the show alongside Amber Gill, however their relationship ended bitterly when she alleged he dumped her over the phone – an accusation he staunchly denied.  

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, Brad said: ‘I’ve been single for a while now. With the current climate, it’s been really hard to get back into dating. I saw it as an opportunity to have an amazing fun summer and put myself back out there.’

    Brad seems to have all the makings of a winner - thanks to his resemblance to former winner Greg O'Shea.
    Brad seems to have all the makings of a winner - thanks to his resemblance to former winner Greg O'Shea

    Brad seems to have all the makings of a winner – thanks to his resemblance to former winner Greg O’Shea

    This year: Sharon Gaffka

    2018: Kas Crossley

    Beauty queen Sharon Gaffka could easily be mistaken for Kaz Crossley from 2018, with their striking features and similar dos

    THE BEAUTY QUEEN: Sharon Gaffka 

    It is not just Sharon who is beauty queen worthy, as she is a dead ringer for 2018 star Kaz Crossley. 

    Kaz was a bombshell entrant into the villa and found love Josh Denzel however things ended in tears and she went on to find love with former contestant Theo Campbell – yet that affair also ended. 

    Speaking ahead of entering the villa, Sharon said: ‘I tend to date someone who is taller than me, even though my last long-term partner, he was actually someone who was shorter than me.

    ‘I’m quite an intellectual person so I want someone who can kind of match that.’

    It is not just Sharon who is beauty queen worthy, as she is a dead ringer for 2018 star Kaz Crossley.
    It is not just Sharon who is beauty queen worthy, as she is a dead ringer for 2018 star Kaz Crossley

    It is not just Sharon who is beauty queen worthy, as she is a dead ringer for 2018 star Kaz Crossley

    LOVE ISLAND 2021: MEET THE CONTESTANTS

    Sharon Gaffka, 25

     Sharon Gaffka, 25  

    Name: Sharon Gaffka

    Age: 25

    Location: Oxford

    Occupation: Civil Servant – Operations Lead for Department of Transport

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I tend to date someone who is taller than me, even though my last long-term partner, he was actually someone who was shorter than me. 

    ‘I’m quite an intellectual person so I want someone who can kind of match that.’

    Aaron Francis, 24

     Aaron Francis, 24

    Name: Aaron Francis

    Age: 24

    Location: London

    Occupation: Luxury Events Host

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I need someone that is passionate about what they are doing – from scientist to anything – you can tell when someone is speaking about something and they are actually smiling while they are talking. I love that. 

    ‘I don’t like when people are doing a job just to make money and then they kind of just live for the weekend. Especially because I work on the weekends.’

    Liberty Poole, 21

     Liberty Poole, 21 

    Name: Liberty Poole

    Age: 21

    Location: Birmingham

    Occupation: Nando’s Waitress and Marketing Student

    Who is their type on paper? ‘So I like tall, alpha male, confident, a cheeky chappy sort of guy. 

    ‘But obviously that’s always usually combined with player types, which is where I go wrong. So I am trying to change my ways and go for more of a nicer guy that is going to treat me right.’ 

     

    Hugo Hammond, 24

     Hugo Hammond, 24  

    Name: Hugo Hammond

    Age: 24

    Location: Hampshire

    Occupation: PE Teacher

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I’ve been single for a while now. With the current climate, it’s been really hard to get back into dating. 

    ‘I saw it as an opportunity to have an amazing fun summer and put myself back out there.’

     

    Shannon Singh

    Shannon Singh

     Name: Shannon Singh 

    Age: 22

    Location: Fife 

    Occupation: Glamour model

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I don’t feed off looks, I feed off energy, I need someone with personality. Just someone I can have fun with.

    ‘I’m a party girl, I love going out, I’m very social. For me it’s quite hard to find people who are genuine and looking for what you’re looking for’

    Jake Cornish

    Jake Cornish

     Name: Jake Cornish

    Age: 24

    Location: Weston-super-Mare

    Occupation: Water Engineer

    Who is their type on paper? ‘Looks wise, always gone for blondes. But for me, the main thing is having respect and having good fun, and someone who will be loyal to you…

    ‘I’ve had messages from girls that have got boyfriends and husbands. This is why I don’t trust anyone. Someone who is loyal really. But when I’m single, I like having a good time!

    Kaz Kamwi

    Kaz Kamwi

    Name: Kaz Kamwi

    Age: 26

    Location: Essex

    Occupation: Fashion Blogger

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I like meeting new people, I’m ready to be in a relationship. Why not be in a place where people are looking for the same things as me?’ 

    Chloe Burrows

    Chloe Burrows

    Name: Chloe Burrows

    Age: 25

    Location: Bicester

    Occupation: Financial Services Marketing Executive

    Who is their type on paper? ‘I like a good build. I go to the gym. I want someone who is funny. Really funny and caring and will do nice little things for you. 

    ‘And then obviously someone who you can depend on to not ditch you. Because I am quite a big character and quite loud, they would have to be as loud, if not more. 

    ‘I could never be with someone who is quiet. Someone that gives you a bit back’

    Faye Winter

    Faye Winter

    Name: Faye Winter

    Age: 26

    Location: Devon

    Occupation: Letting Manager  

    What is her type on paper? ‘Someone that will put me in my place. Someone that makes me laugh. But also someone that takes my banter. I’m like a five-year-old in a playground, if I like you, I will make a mockery of you and laugh and joke. That is my really terrible flirting skills. I need someone who can take that.’

    Brad McClelland

    Brad McClelland

    Name: Brad McClelland

    Age: 26

    Location: Northumberland

    Occupation: Labourer

    Who is their type on paper? Sommer Ray from Instagram. Zara McDermott, she’s a good-looking lass. Or Megan Fox.

    Toby Aromolaran

    Toby Aromolaran 

    Name: Toby Aromolaran

    Age: 22

    Location: Essex

    Occupation: Semi-pro footballer

    How would he describe himself? ‘Optimistic. I always see the bright side in the worst situations. I’m a fun guy when I go on a night out. Responsible guy as well.’ 

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