Love Island Ages 2024: Shocking Truths Revealed! + Cast Details

Ms. Winnifred Stiedemann Sr. 09 May 2025

Are the contestants on Love Island really as young as they claim to be? Viewers are expressing disbelief over the actual ages of some contestants on Love Island 2024, with many suggesting they appear older than their stated years. This has sparked a wave of discussion and speculation across social media platforms as the new series unfolds.

Kirsten Murray, writing for MailOnline, reported on June 3, 2024, that the apparent ages of the islanders are a hot topic. The disparity between perceived and actual age has become a talking point, overshadowing some of the early drama within the villa. This comes as the show introduces its latest lineup of hopefuls, each vying for love and a chance at reality TV stardom. Mimii Ngulube, one of the new contestants on Love Island 2024, explained her reasons for joining the show, stating that her dating experiences in Portsmouth have been unsuccessful. "The pool in Portsmouth is not giving," she quipped, adding, "Ive tried dating, speaking to people on social media and it just hasnt been successful." Her sentiment echoes a common motivation for many seeking love on the show: a desire to find connections beyond their current social circles.

Contestant	Age (as of Love Island 2024)	Background/Occupation	Notable Facts	Reference Link
Mimii Ngulube	24	Love Island 2024 Cast Member	Applied for the show after unsuccessful dating experiences in Portsmouth.	ITV Love Island Official Website
Ronnie	27	Footballer from South East London	Appeared in a previous Love Island series (2024); friends with Tyrique.	ITV Love Island Official Website
Cambridge Jess (Jess White)	Approx. 27 (in 2024)	Love Island Contestant	First appeared on Winter Love Island in 2020, finished fourth place with Ched. Dumped in episode 38.	ITV Love Island Official Website
Grace	Unknown	Love Island Contestant	Took part in season 11 (Summer Love Island 2024) as a bombshell.	ITV Love Island Official Website