Love Island stars you didn't know have famous relatives
Topics: Love Island, Reality TV, TV And Film, Celebrity, ITV
Rhiannon Ingle
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Topics: Love Island, Reality TV, TV And Film, Celebrity, ITV
Love Island has never been short of famous faces, but plenty of Islanders have arrived at the villa with celebrity connections that many viewers didn't spot straight away.
And it's clear that season 13 is no different, as a handful of singletons have already entered the mix boasting some very well-known family members.
From football legends to TV stars and chart-topping singers, here's a look at the biggest Love Island stars with famous relatives.
Series 13 Casa Amor bombshell Jordon Wilson already had a famous face cheering him on before he entered the villa.
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Jordon is the older brother of YouTube star Tiana Wilson, who has built a huge online following with millions of subscribers.
After Jordon's arrival was revealed, Tiana shared her excitement on social media, posting a snap with her brother alongside the caption: "Big bro got a text."
Bombshell Halle Brown likewise comes from a very famous family.
The 23-year-old dancer is the daughter of former Manchester United and England defender Wes Brown, who won multiple Premier League titles and the Champions League during his career at Old Trafford.
Her mum is also a familiar face, with Leanne Brown starring on The Real Housewives of Cheshire.
Series 13 Islander Mica Harris comes from one of Barbados' most well-known families.
Her aunt is Mia Mottley, the Prime Minister of Barbados, who has been in office since 2018.
Mica is also related to late actress Eva Mottley, who appeared in Only Fools and Horses and famously dated David Bowie.
Ahead of entering the villa, Mica told Tyla she was raised by a family 'full of very strong women', saying they taught her confidence, self-worth and to always stay true to herself.
Tommy Fury was already well known to boxing fans before finishing as runner-up on Love Island in 2019 alongside Molly-Mae Hague.
He's the younger brother of heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury, making them one of the show's most famous sibling duos.
Gemma Owen tried not to mention her famous family too much during the 2022 series, but it eventually became common knowledge.
She's the daughter of former England footballer Michael Owen, who enjoyed a glittering career with Liverpool, Real Madrid and the national team.
Dani Dyer won Love Island in 2018 with Jack Fincham, but she was already recognisable to many viewers.
Her dad is actor Danny Dyer, best known for EastEnders and films including The Football Factory.
The father and daughter have since appeared together on several TV projects.
Sophie Piper entered the winter series in 2020 before returning for Love Island: All Stars.
She's the younger sister of singer and TV presenter Rochelle Humes, who first found fame as a member of The Saturdays before becoming a regular face on daytime television.
Professional dancer Curtis Pritchard made it all the way to the 2019 final.
He's the brother of fellow dancer and former Strictly Come Dancing professional AJ Pritchard, with the pair appearing on several TV shows together over the years.
Jack Keating joined the villa during Casa Amor in 2022 before later returning for Love Island: All Stars.
His dad is Boyzone singer Ronan Keating, who publicly supported his son throughout his time on the show.
Belle, who appeared on the show in 2019, is the daughter of actor Tamer Hassan, who is best known for starring in the likes of Snatch, The Football Factory, and even Game of Thrones.
Speaking to The Sun in 2019, Tammer revealed he told Belle before she entered the villa: "Listen, be yourself but I am watching every move, remember who your dad is and do the right stuff."
Scott Thomas first appeared on Love Island back in series two before returning for All Stars.
He's part of one of Britain's best-known TV families. His brothers are actors Ryan Thomas, famous for Coronation Street, and Adam Thomas, who has starred in Emmerdale and Waterloo Road.
Claudia Fogarty arrived as a bombshell during the 2023 winter series.
Her dad is motorcycle racing legend Carl Fogarty, who won four World Superbike Championships before later being crowned King of the Jungle on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here.