Plastic surgeon weighs in on the MANY procedures he believes Love Island stars have undergone
By J. Peterson For Dailymail.Com[1]
Published: 20:09, 19 June 2024 | Updated: 20:09, 19 June 2024
A plastic surgeon has been left stunned after learning the real ages of the current cast of Love Island UK[2].
Dr. Daniel Barrett, who runs a clinic in Beverly Hills, was tasked with picking out what surgical procedures some of the new cast members may have had done.
Examining images of Nicole Samuel, 24; Harriet Blackmore, also 24; Jess White, 25; and Samantha Kenny, 26, Dr.
Barrett assumed that the women were aged between 32 and 42.
He also guessed that many of them had undergone various facial fillers[3] and other procedures.
Examining Jess first, Dr. Barrett guessed her age as 38, and said that she may have had her lips and nose done.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Barrett (pictured) has been left stunned after learning the real ages of the current cast of Love Island UK
The surgeon assumed that Harriet Blackmore (pictured), 24, (pictured) was actually 42
‘It’s obvious she’s had some work done in my opinion,’ he said.
When it came to Harriet, he put her age at 42, while Nicole was estimated to be about 35.
He felt that Samantha was the youngest looking at 32, only to be stunned to discover that she was actually just 26.
The surgeon was absolutely floored to learn that the women were up to 15 years younger than he’d estimated based off of their photos.
‘Oh my god,’ he said. ‘Obviously I don’t watch this show but maybe I should.’
He added, ‘This is crazy. I think that plastic surgery and injectables done incorrectly can make you look older.’
Dr.
Barrett is far from the first person to point out the mature look of Love Island UK’s latest cast of 20-somethings.
When the new crop of Islanders were announced this week, viewers flooded social media with comments about their appearances.
Dr. Barrett thought that Nicole Samuel, 24, (right) and Samantha Kenny, 26, (left) were 35 and 32, respectively
Viewers have taken to social media to complain that current cast look much older than their reported ages (Harriet pictured)
‘Why does everyone look 10 years older than their real age?’ one fan questioned.
‘I really don’t want to be mean to any of this girls but they look a lot older than what they are saying,’ another commented.
One wrote, ‘I’m not bringing anyone down here, but all of these women have so much filler.
It’s aged them so much.’
A lot of past Love Island contestants have confessed to enhancing their looks through surgery[4].
Molly Smith shot to fame in 2020’s series six, where she left the villa with Callum Jones – having broken the heart of his existing partner, Shaughna Phillips[5].
While her now-ex Callum has joined her in the All Stars villa, Molly has won widespread praise from her co-stars for being ‘a stunning girl.’
Throwback snaps reveal Molly used to rock a wholly different look, with a remarkably different image – complete with thinner lips and lighter tresses.
‘I really don’t want to be mean to any of this girls but they look a lot older than what they are saying,’ one fan commented.
Pictured is Samantha
Another viewer wrote, ‘I’m not bringing anyone down here, but all of these women have so much filler.
It’s aged them so much.’ Pictured is Nicole
Dr.
Barrett was completely blown away to learn the Islanders’ real ages
Molly revealed in 2021 that she had gone under the knife for a breast enlargement[6] – and admitted she was ‘delighted’ with her new bust.
She said at the time: ‘I feel so much more confident in my personal life and in my modelling work now. Everything from the breast size to the profile is perfect for me and I couldn’t be any happier with the results.’
Last year, Georgia Harrison had her lips drained after ‘seriously overfilling her pout.’
Documenting the procedure on Instagram last year, she revealed: ‘The reason I decided to do it was because friends highlighted it to me, and I think it actually got to the point where I had borderline body dysmorphia and I couldn’t even see it….
‘It’s definitely the best decision I’ve made, I can move my lips properly now.’
Contestant Gabby Allen recently went under the knife for her second boob job[7] in three years after revealing that she had ‘ruined her boobs’ following surgery first time around.
The reality star opted for the plastic surgery after her time in the Love Island villa back in 2017 as she revealed she was insecure about her small boobs and didn’t feel ‘pretty enough’ compared to her fellow islanders.
While Gabby explained that her first boob job massively boosted her confidence, she admitted she ruined them by working out too quickly post-surgery and had been forced to have the procedure again.
LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS[8]
NAME: Mimii Ngulube
AGE: 24
FROM: Portsmouth
OCCUPATION: Mental Health Nurse
WHY LOVE ISLAND? The pool in Portsmouth is not giving. I’ve tried dating, speaking to people on social media and it just hasn’t been successful.
Applying was a spontaneous thing, I didn’t expect to get here!
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? My girls are my rocks and I’m theirs so I’ll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up so I’ll bring style, and I’d like to think I’m quite funny so I’ll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well – I’m good at picking up on people’s personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be a liar.
NAME: Sean Stone
AGE: 24
FROM: Hertford
OCCUPATION: Sweet Salesman
WHY LOVE ISLAND? I’ve always been one for relationships and when you have found someone you want to be with it’s the best feeling.
Now is the perfect time, the one thing that is missing is my soulmate.
HOW WOULD FRIENDS/FAMILY DESCRIBE YOU? Very loving, caring and thoughtful. I’m the kind of guy that if you broke down on the motorway and needed your tyre changed, I’d be there at any time of night.
NAME: Harriett Blackmore
AGE: 24
FROM: Brighton
OCCUPATION: Dancer & Personal Shopper
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I’ll bring the entertainment for everyone in the Villa, whether that’s making the girls laugh or making the boys turn their heads, I’m sure that I’ll bring the drama.
CLAIM T0 FAME? Being a bit of an IT girl in Brighton, I’ve done personal shopping for the rapper Arrdee and one of my best friends is Saffron Barker the YouTuber.
NAME: Ayo Odukoya
AGE: 25
FROM: Canning Town
OCCUPATION: Model
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I’d bring excitement and joy. I think people would have someone to come to and talk to and feel comfortable being around or to have a laugh with.
I think I’m somebody everyone would take to.
WHY SHOULD SOMEBODY DATE YOU? I feel like the way I carry myself is very respectful and I think people take to that and once you show who you are to somebody you get it back tenfold. The way I am gives off a good enough energy for people to feel comfortable around me. 
NAME: Samantha Kenny
AGE: 26
FROM: Liverpool
OCCUPATION: Makeup Artist
WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE VILLA? I think I will definitely bring some fire, I’m very opinionated and wear my heart on my sleeve. I’m really bubbly too so I’ll definitely have a laugh as well as bringing some scouse glamour.WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I don’t get out enough, I work weekends and tend to not go out in Liverpool anymore.
If I want a night out I go down to London as I love the boys down south. Tall, dark and cockney is my type. 
NAME: Nicole Samuel
AGE: 24
FROM: Aberdare, Wales
OCCUPATION: Accounts Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I’ve been enjoying single life and the attention of different boys, it’s fun. I’ve enjoyed being able to go on holiday with the girls and not having to worry about someone back home.
All the girls are there texting in their room and I’m out till 4 in the morning living my best life.
WHAT IS SOMETHING NOT MANY PEOPLE KNOW ABOUT YOU? I became a world champion dancer in 2011, not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer.
NAME: Ronnie Vint
AGE: 27
FROM: South East London
OCCUPATION: Semi Professional Footballer
WHAT’S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? I want someone that’s family orientated, caring and career minded. Lookwise, I like blondes with nice boobs but am partial to a brunette too.
CLAIM T0 FAME? Bradley Dack is my best friend and he and Olivia are a big part of my life.
I call Olivia my big little sister, she always looks out for me.
NAME: Jess White
AGE: 25
FROM: Stockport
OCCUPATION: Retail Manager
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I don’t underestimate the fact that I’m hard work. I know what I want and I’m not easily pleased. When you’re a loud, outgoing woman, sometimes it can intimidate men – men don’t always want that.
WHAT’S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? I love a set of white Turkey teeth but a good set of Turkey teeth.
I would say personality traits, you have to be family orientated. You have to be tall, you can’t be shorter than me, I can’t be having to question whether I can wear heels around you and what height of heels I can wear. If you’re vertically challenged, it’s not for me.
NAME: Ciaran Davies
AGE: 21
FROM: Pencoed, South Wales
OCCUPATION: Surveyor
WHAT’S YOUR TYPE ON PAPER? Obviously looks but humour is a big thing for me, I’m a bit of a wind up so I want a girl who can give it back.
Loyalty is another one for me, I think that’s the most important thing to look for in a relationship.
CLAIM T0 FAME? When I was in Malia on a boys holiday I pretended to be Liam Reardon from series 7 to get into a club because they wouldn’t let us in. It worked and we ended up getting a private booth and free drinks all night.
NAME: Uma Jammeh
AGE: 23
FROM: Islington, north London
OCCUPATION: VIP host / model
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? I feel like I’ve been so unlucky in love! It’s all been underwhelming so far.
I don’t know what the reason is, I think it’s them, as it can’t be me!
CLAIM TO FAME? I was born in a closet in the hospital! There were no rooms left, my poor Mum!
NAME: Joey Essex
AGE: 33
FROM: Chigwell, Essex
OCCUPATION: Reality star
CLAIM TO FAME? The Only Way Is Essex
FAMOUS EXES: Joey was in a relationship with fellow TOWIE star Sam Faiers from 2011 to 2014 with the pair getting engaged before they split. He has also been spotted locking lips with former Love Island stars Ellie Brown and Maura Higgins.
He also dated his Dancing On Ice pro partner Vanessa Bauer.
NAME: Omar Nyame
AGE: 25
FROM: Croydon, London
OCCUPATION: PE Teacher
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? People always assume that I’m a player and a flirt but really and truly that’s not me.
NAME: Grace Jackson
AGE: 25
FROM: Manchester
OCCUPATION: Model and social media marketing coordinator
WHY ARE YOU SINGLE? No guys have good communication and it’s painful. I like someone who doesn’t take themselves and life too seriously.
My lifestyle can put guys off a little bit, I like to go out and go abroad a lot. They can’t keep up with my lifestyle.
It’s the life that I want, and it helps with my business.
NAME: Wil Anderson
AGE: 23
FROM:Whitley Bay
OCCUPATION: Quantity surveyor
WHYDID YOU WANT TO GO ON LOVE ISLAND? I wanted to be single for the last year because I’ve been in two serious relationships from the age of 18 but, now I feel like it’s time to put myself back out there. I want to feel that love again
NAME: Tiffany Leighton
AGE: 25
FROM: Hertfordshire
OCCUPATION: HR co-ordinator
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF? I’m fit, I’m bubbly and I don’t care what anyone thinks. I’ll bring some spice, spontaneity and bring my best flirting game.
References
- ^ J.
Peterson For Dailymail.Com
(www.dailymail.co.uk) - ^ Love Island UK (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ fillers (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ confessed to enhancing their looks through surgery (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ broken the heart of his existing partner, Shaughna Phillips (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ gone under the knife for a breast enlargement (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ recently went under the knife for her second boob job (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ LOVE ISLAND 2024: MEET THE CONTESTANTS (www.dailymail.co.uk)
- ^ Love Island (www.dailymail.co.uk)