Love Island’s new bombshell AJ Bunker, 28, has promised to shake up the villa after making her debut on Wednesday’s episode.
AJ – a 28-year-old hair extension technician from Hertfordshire – appeared in a teaser at the end of the show, with the boys seen looking very hot under the collar, while the girls were left nervous.
The ladies have reason to be concerned, however, as in a pre-show chat, AJ revealed she plans to tell it how it is and has got her eyes on Teddy Soares, despite the fact he’s coupled up with Faye Winter.
Meet Love Island’s new bombshell AJ Bunker! ‘Fiery’ Andrea-Jane has her eyes on Teddy and promises to ‘speak her mind and not hold back’
Admitting she signed up for Love Island because she has ‘the worst luck with men’, AJ – full name Andrea-Jane – said: ‘There is something about Teddy. He’s a bit of me.
‘In terms of being adventurous and spontaneous, I think we’d get on really well. Hugo and Aaron, there is something about them so I want to get to know them a bit more.’
Asked how she’ll handle the fact that Teddy is in a couple with Faye, AJ mused: ‘I’m a respectful person in terms of morals.’
Oops: In a pre-show chat, AJ revealed she plans to tell it how it is and has got her eyes on Teddy Soares, despite the fact he’s coupled up with Faye Winter
She continued: ‘I’ll definitely approach her and have a conversation beforehand. But I wouldn’t hold back. I feel like we all have a right to get to know the guys in there.
‘I’ll definitely have a word with her first and would keep her updated on where everything is at really. I’m open and honest and I think that’s all you can really do.’
One boy that hasn’t caught her eye is Toby Aromolaran, as she admitted she doesn’t like the fact he called himself a commitment phobe.
Candid: Admitting she signed up for Love Island because she has ‘the worst luck with men’, AJ – full name Andrea-Jane – said, ‘There is something about Teddy. He’s a bit of me’
Going on to describe herself, AJ mused: ‘I’ll definitely tell it how it is. I’ll definitely speak my mind. I’ve got expectations and if they’re not met….
‘I think I’m going to bring a bit of spice, I definitely am fiery. The girls need to know their worth and what standards they should be setting.’
Asked how others would describe her, she admitted: ‘I can be a little bit savage because I say it as it is. My girls call me savage all the time. But I’ve got the biggest heart and I’ll do anything for my friends and family.
‘And I would definitely say I’m confident as well. My girls also would say I’m indecisive and impatient!’
Racy: AJ – a 28-year-old hair extension technician from Hertfordshire – appeared in a teaser at the end of the show, with the boys seen looking very hot under the collar
AJ’s arrival came after Brad McClelland was dumped from the villa.
The labourer, chose to walk away from the villa and let his partner Lucinda Strafford have a chance at finding love after they were voted the least compatible couple in a public vote on Tuesday.
Brad joins Shannon Singh, Chuggs Wallis, and Rachel Finni as the fourth person booted from the villa.
It’s all over: Brad McClelland has been dumped from Love Island after deciding to walk away and let Lucinda Strafford continue her journey on the show
After the dumping, the Islanders were tasked with dressing up as Hens and Stags and playing a game to decide whether a new male or female would enter the villa.
As the boys ended the very cheeky game victorious, a new girl was revealed to be joining them at the end of the episode.
The girls already in the villa got to watch AJ’s entrance from the terrace, with all eyes on the stunning blonde as she strutted towards the fire pit.
LOVE ISLAND 2021: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
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.’
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.’
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.’
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.’
Name: Liam Reardon
Age: 21
Location: Wales
Occupation: Bricklayer
Are you competitive? ‘I am competitive to a certain extent. I’m not over the top. It’s always nice being a winner. If I’m in competition for a female, I want to try my best, but I won’t go too far out of my way. If she liked you that much she wouldn’t have to make a choice.’
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!’
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?’
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’
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.’
Name: Rachel Finni
Age: 29
Location: London
Occupation: Luxury travel specialist
Why did you sign up for Love Island? I’ve scraped the bottom of the dirtiest barrels, that’s how I describe my dating life. So I thought “why not? Let’s apply. If it happens, it happens”.’
Name: Lucinda Strafford
Age: 21
Location: Brighton
Occupation: Online fashion boutique owner
Which boy do you have your eye on? I really fancy Brad. And then possibly Liam. But obviously I’m open to getting to know any of the other boys.
Name: AJ (Andrea-Jane) Bunker
Age: 28
Location: Hertfordshire
Occupation: Hair extension technician
Why did you sign up for Love Island? ‘I’ve had the worst luck with men. I feel like this is the one thing I haven’t tried. I thought why not? Let’s give it a go.’
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.
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.’
Name: Chuggs Wallis
Age: 23
Location: Surrey
Occupation: Hat entrepreneur
Why did you sign up for Love Island? ‘I just feel like it’s now or never. I’m only 23 but I’m scared of aging. Especially as half of my last year of uni was taken away and we had so many fun plans. With Covid and the pandemic, I feel like I’ve missed a year of my youth, so I’m really gagging to get it all back – make the most of it.’
Name: Millie Court
Age: 24
Location: Essex
Occupation: Fashion buyer’s administrator
Why did you sign up for Love Island? I’ve been single for over a year now. I’m ready to find ‘The One’. I’m a very spontaneous and adventurous person. I’m always up for doing something new and challenging myself. I’ve never done anything like this before. I just want to throw myself into it and have fun with it’
Name: Teddy Soares
Age: 26
Location: Manchester
Occupation: Senior financial consultant
What girl do you have your eye on? I want to get to know all of the girls. I’m not afraid to step on toes to get the girl I want.
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