The weather is sizzling up, which means a new season of Love Island is approaching!
On the island of Mallorca, a collection of fun, fiery and hot singles are set to storm the villa—bringing viewers love, lust and heartbreak… but mostly, plenty of drama.
Once again, Australia’s own Sophie Monk will host the series, which is due to kick off in late October. But we know Soph—what about the cast of characters set to entertain us for the coming season? Scroll on to meet the cast of Love Island Australia 2024.
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Love Island Australia 2024 Cast
Taylor Reid
Taylor Reid, known as the ‘Week 1 Bombshell,’ is from Melbourne and is 28-years-old.
Before popping his head into Love Island, Taylor was one of the standouts on The Summit. He works on the docks as a stevedore—which, for the unacquainted, is someone who unloads ships (and has a tough-guy stereotype to boot)—but he is known for his heart of gold.
Taylor grew up with a keen passion for rugby league and moved from the Gold Coast to Melbourne to pursue his career under the Melbourne Storm Development Squad. According to his official bio, however, he lost his love for the sport and turned to modelling.
Coming off a three-year relationship post-The Summit, Taylor is finally ready to look for love again. As Love Island’s first male Bomb, he’s guaranteed to turn heads the moment he steps into the Villa—and we’re all here for the drama that’s sure to follow!
Follow Taylor on Instagram here.
Eilisha Purcell
Meet Eilisha Purcell, the 25-year-old support worker from QLD.
She brings an air of fiery passion to the room—always having something to say. But while she might be the loudest in the group, she is a softie at heart.
Originally from Sydney, Eilisha made the move to Brisbane five years ago and quickly fell in love with the Sunshine State’s laid-back vibe. Eilisha has never struggled to get a boyfriend. In fact since she was 14 she has barely been out of a relationship, according to her bio. But after a tough breakup six months ago that shattered her trust, she’s been single—and ready to find the real deal.
Her dream? A man with muscles, a heart of gold, and a future that includes settling down and starting a family. And while Love Island Australia might be an unexpected place to hunt for hubby material, Eilisha’s ready to dive in. If there’s a guy with abs and ambition, she’s ready to make sparks fly!
Follow Eilisha on Instagram here.
Xanthe Wessen
Meet Xanthe Wessen, the 21-year-old, property designer from NSW.
Xanthe never thought she’d actually get on Love Island Australia, so when the call came, she was ecstatic!
After a serious relationship with an older guy ended last December, she’s now on the hunt for a tall, confident man who’s not afraid to speak his mind and, most importantly, can make her laugh.
As a property stylist, Xanthe loves her job and sees it as her long-term gig. She currently lives in Sydney with her dad and sister and, in her downtime, she’s picked up figure skating thanks to TikTok!
Follow Xanthe on Instagram here.
Mimi Paranihi
Meet Mimi Paranihi, a 25-year-old creative and model, living in NSW.
She grew up in Wellington, New Zealand before moving to London and eventually settled in Sydney.
Bold and driven, Mimi runs a fashion label EFFN with her ex-boyfriend. They ended their relationship two years ago but still have a healthy working relationship.
Mimi is a former professional dancer who trained at the famous Brent Street studio in Sydney (remember that Dance Life series? Yep, *that* Brent Street). She has taken this love of dance to TikTok, gaining 215,000 followers.
In the Love Island Villa, she is looking for a strong and ambitious man, that will keep her on her feet!
Follow Mimi on Instagram here.
Emily Miguel Leigh
Em, the 26-year-old model and content creator from NSW, is keen to make a real impact on the villa.
Growing up just outside Kempsey, she left home at 18 and spent a couple of years in Canada. After moving back to Australia just before COVID lockdowns, Em eventually found herself in Sydney.
Em is ready for a real emotional connection when she sets foot on the villa, and we cannot wait to see her journey on the show.
Follow Em on Instagram here.
Hannah Steinfeld
Meet Hannah Steinfeld, a 24-year-old, nursing student from Victoria.
From the very beginning Hannah had her heart and mind set on entering the villa on Love Island Australia. Although she might get the “Blonde Bimbo” stereotype she is nothing like that, and is willing to prove that on-screen.
Hannah works as a lash technician part time and finds the Melbourne dating scene horrible (mood). She is looking for a man that doesn’t spend too much time scrolling on Instagram (also mood).
Follow Hannah on Instagram here.
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Niko Fotopoulos
Meet Niko Fotopoulos, the 28-year-old builder from NSW.
This (literal) Greek god lives in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs with his parents—but is looking to move out with his perfect match. Family is very important to him. He also owns his own building business.
In his spare time, he loves to go to the gym and workout—however, he always finds time for girls.
After an ex cheated on him, Niko went on a dating spree and now has no trouble meeting women, sometimes going on three dates a week. We cannot wait to see what trouble Niko gets up to in the villa. We have a feeling this one will add some spice.
Follow Niko on Instagram here.
Dylan Towolawi
Dylan Towolawi is a 25-year-old, construction worker from NSW.
This Irish hunk has a heart of gold and is looking for a girl to steal it! He arrived in Australia last year, and if things go to plan he would love to build a future here with a wife. According to his bio, he loves an Australian girl and accent because they are both fast and bold.
Dylan grew up in a small town in rural Ireland and has a Nigerian father and Irish mother. With all the tats he might look like a bad boy, but that is far from the truth. He knows people might judge a book by its cover, but Dylan describes himself as a down-to-earth guy who isn’t scared of a relationship.
Follow Dylan on Instagram here.
Zane Prophet
Meet Zane Prophet, the 24-year-old civil construction worker from Queensland.
Tall, muscles and tattoos! Zane looks like a heartthrob, but underneath there is a layer of sweetness that will make the girls in the villa swoon.
Zane lives on the Gold Coast—where there are plenty of girl—yet he has had troubles finding the perfect one. He has been sporty his whole life and played rugby league at a top level before giving it up in 2022 after it became too demanding. He is a qualified plumber who works in civil construction and is also studying to be a personal trainer.
Zane loves hanging out with the boys on the weekend but is willing to compromise if he finds the perfect girl.
Follow Zane on Instagram here.
Indigo Vickery-Carthew
Meet Indigo Vickery-Carthew, the 23-year-old sales manager from Queensland.
Indigo travels as a sales manager for a 4WD accessory company, and when he isn’t at work or at the gym you can find him playing golf.
Indigo comes from a big family, with brothers that are important to him. He has had one serious relationship that ran its course and now is ready to find the one. However, if he can’t find the one, he is ready for a Summer of fun.
Kane Godlevsky
Kane Godlevsky is a 23-year-old carpenter from South Australia.
This AFL boy, loves to have a good time, and loves making people smile. He wants to be perceived as easy going and wants to make friends with everyone in the villa.
Kane lives at home with his family, and has two brothers and sisters. His mother always watches Love Island, and jokes that she’ll be watching him at all times.
Kane hasn’t had a girlfriend in the past, and whilst he has played the field, he is now looking to give love a crack.
Follow Kane on Instagram here.
Sophie Mills
Meet Sophie Mills, the 22-year-old enrolled nurse, living in Queensland.
With a bubbly and lively personality, it makes sense as to why she was the week 1 bombshell in the Love Island Australia villa.
She just missed out on making the cast last year, however she believes that everything happens for a reason and is set to make a big impression this year.
Sophie has a type for athletes and is friends with various NRL players. She also has an existing relationship with someone already in the Villa (*Spoiler alert*). They have caught up regularly over the years and all eyes will be on these two if that connection continues in the Villa.
Follow Sophie on Instagram here.
Sydney Paight
Meet Sydney, Paight the 24-year-old, influencer and model from the USA, who has been billed as the “Love Island God.”
This firecracker isn’t new to the Love Island scene, having made it to the finale of the US Love Island in 2022.
Since then, she has developed her online profile, having garnered 250, 000 followers on Instagram and nearly 75, 000 on TikTok.
Sydney’s dream is to find a hot Australian man, and is open to moving to Australia if that happens. She wants a man who will keep up with her fiery personality, but who is also, emotionally intelligent.
Follow Sydney on Instagram here.
Steph Blackos
Meet Steph Blackos, the 25 year old, model from France—who is another “Love Island God.”
He knows the ins and outs of the game, having participated in the French Love Island in 2023, before joining the cast of the Love Island Games in Fiji.
Steph played professional basketball but is now focusing on his modelling and influencing career. He has 128, 000 followers on Instagram, and 218 000 on TikTok.
Follow him on Instagram here.
When Does Love Island Australia Start?
Season 6 of Love Island Australia will air on Monday October 28 at 6pm AEST on Channel 9/9Now.