Who is Nicole Samuel? Meet Love Island 2024 contestant and accounts manager
Nicole is in the final!
*Warning - Contains spoilers for Love Island 2024.*
Nicole Samuel entered the Love Island villa on day one, and after plenty of tests and a love triangle early on in the season, the 24-year-old has found herself a boyfriend in Ciaran Davies - and they both stand the chance of becoming the next winners of Love Island!
In tonight's episode (29th July), Nicole and Ciaran share their declarations of love to one another, and there won't be a dry eye left in the villa after they're done.
During the sweet moment, Nicole looks back on their very first day in the villa, as she says: "It all started the day you walked through that door with the biggest, cheekiest smile on your face.
"As soon as I came up to you, the words that left your mouth was, 'Alright love, I'm Ciaran. Nice to meet you,' and I replied, 'Are you Welsh?' I instantly felt the butterflies."
After eight weeks of romance, drama and a lonely time in Casa Amor for some, the time has come to crown the winners of this year's show - and as this season comes to a close, read on to find out more about Love Island 2024 contestant Nicole Samuel.
Nicole Samuel - key facts
Age: 24
Job: Accounts manager
From: Aberdare
Instagram: @nicolesams123
Coupled up with: Ciaran Davies
Who is Nicole Samuel?
Nicole Samuel is a 24-year-old accounts manager from Aberdare. She says she has a "big personality", and believes she will have one of the biggest in this year's villa.
With Channing Tatum being her celebrity of choice to enter the villa, she shared she had something in common with one of Tatum's roles. Like his character from Step Up, she said not many people know she used to be a street dancer.
"I became a world champion dancer in 2011 - not many people know that. I was a professional street dancer," she explained.
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How old is Nicole Samuel?
Nicole is 24 years old.
Is Nicole on Instagram?
She is. Her handle on Instagram is @nicolesams123.
Why did Nicole sign up for Love Island summer 2024?
The reason Nicole has decided to go on the show now is she feels it's her time. "I’ve hit 24 and I’m ready to settle down," she said.
She said that although she's had fun with her friends and "lived her best life", she wants a serious romance.
"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 four in the morning living my best life."
What does Nicole look for in a partner?
Nicole, who explained her loved ones would describe her as "cheeky, wild and really chatty", said she's looking for a man who is "tall, dark and handsome". She hopes he may also enjoy playing some rugby.
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