Nepotism Island! From the daughter of a footballing legend to the son of a boyband star – the celebrity offspring who have appeared on Love Island as contestant whose dad introduced him to David Beckham enters the villa

A well-known figure from Love Island, who has a renowned parent and various celebrity relationships, is set to join the villa as the ITV2 show kicks off in the coming week.

The series, with its history of featuring the kids of well-known personalities, serves as a stepping stone for these celebrities’ children to carve out their own paths in the entertainment industry.

Famous names spanning different eras encompass Dani (Danny Dyer’s daughter), Gemma (Michael Owen’s daughter), and Jack (Ronan Keating’s son).

Significant figures from various times are represented by Dani (Daughter of Danny Dyer), Gemma (Daughter of Michael Owen), and Jack (Son of Ronan Keating).

Now, it’s Dejon, son of a retired football player named Gifton Noel-Williams, who is set to join the ranks of “nepo babies” (short for nepotism babies) on the reality dating show.

In the tradition set by his gifted father, Dejon pursues a career as a semi-pro football player, balancing this passion with his job as a personal fitness trainer.

In simpler terms, Gifton was both a football coach and a player, and he’s had the opportunity to introduce his child to many well-known figures in the sports world before.

Through his father, Dejon has had the privilege of meeting none other than David Beckham, a highly recognized figure.

Speaking on growing up around the game, he said: ‘I’ve met all kinds of famous people through him. 

In my youth, it felt strange since he was merely my father, yet we’d attend a match, and spectators would request selfies. I’ve even shaken hands with David Beckham, and let me tell you, he was incredibly friendly.

From London’s very own Dejon amassed a following of 11,000 individuals on social media platforms, partly due to his frequent posts showcasing himself without shirts while at the gym.

His bio reads: ‘I go beyond the gym—helping you build Strength, Confidence & Discipline for life.’

In 2021, he represented the Grenada national football team.

Dejon is seeking an individual who embodies both inner and outer beauty, takes good care of themselves, and maintains a state of health.

Dani Dyer 

In 2018, Dani Dyer competed on the reality TV show Love Island and emerged victorious in the fourth season, sharing the title with her boyfriend at that time, Jack Fincham.

Prior to her appearance on the show, Danielle, often referred to as a Nepo baby, had already garnered recognition thanks to her famous father, Danny, who achieved fame through his roles in EastEnders, Rivals, and Football Factory.

As the newlywed wife of football sensation Jarrod Bowen, I’ve been busy working on various ventures since my captivating stint on the television show.

Not long after her departure from the program, she secured a £500,000 agreement to create her personal line for In The Style, thereby assuming the role of a celebrity endorser for the company.

In addition, she started making appearances as a guest correspondent on The One Show in 2019, and the next year saw her debuting a line of lip care products in partnership with Vaseline.

Some people believe that Dani Dyer’s thriving television career, marked by her stint on Love Island and subsequent ventures, may be partly attributed to the impact of her family connections.

In a commercial for Surf laundry detergent, this mother of three came up with the catchy jingle, “Perf it with Surf.

She now co-hosts a popular podcast with her dad, Sorted With The Dyers.

After her breakup with her fellow actor Jack, she started a romantic relationship with Sammy Kimmence, a swindler, and together they had a child named Santiago.

In 2021 he was jailed for defrauding two pensioners out of nearly £34,000.

Gemma Owen 

In 2022, during the eighth series of the program, a 19-year-old, who is the daughter of renowned Liverpool football figure Gemma, made an appearance on the show at that time.

After leaving the TV show, Gemma opted for privacy mainly. However, she recently inked a substantial contract worth six figures with the trendy clothing store, PrettyLittleThing.

As a die-hard fanboy, I’m thrilled beyond words! The brand that collaborated so effectively with Love Island sensation Molly-Mae Hague has taken a giant leap by signing none other than the fabulous Gemma herself! Their ambitious plan is to have her represent their brand in an extended, year-long partnership. Here’s hoping this union will be as iconic as the duo that brought us GEM-MOLLY-MAE!

Initially, Gemma expressed that the situation was like a long-cherished dream realized. Yet, she has subsequently shifted her attention away from fashion promotion, channeling her efforts towards pursuing her equestrian career instead.

As a globally recognized equestrian athlete, I’ve had the privilege of representing Great Britain in numerous dressage events across the globe.

At the tender age of eight, she embarked on her journey in dressage competitions. Since then, she’s represented herself at events like the European Junior Riders Championship, the British Under-21 Championships, and even reached the Prix St Georges level.

2023 saw a heartbreaking event for her as she sadly parted ways with her beloved horse, Sirius Black III. Yet, she has shared that she intends to make a comeback at the international level in the near future, riding her new steed, Ronnie.

On the show, Gemma got partnered with Luca Bish, whom she eventually dated but later parted ways with a few months after. Currently, she’s in a relationship with equestrian Red Morgan.

Jack Keating 

That very same year, Jack, Ronan Keating’s son, made his debut on the show during the Casa Amor episode of the series.

Jack, who was 23 when he appeared, was among the six new boys to arrive.

At that moment, Ronan confessed that he had been nervously anticipating Jack’s arrival at Casa Amor. However, he is incredibly proud of him now.

Instead of urging everyone to turn on their TVs immediately, he playfully advised them: “I wouldn’t want you all leaving this event now only to go home and watch it. Instead, stick around until the end, and then you can catch it on BBC iPlayer or maybe ITV Player.

Ronan eventually confessed that he had been feeling extremely anxious due to his inability to share his emotions with others, expressing: “Could we discuss this, if you don’t mind? I’m not sure how I’m feeling about it.

Ronan shared that he’s incredibly thrilled because he believes the person will be fantastic. He described him as a genuinely kind soul with an enormous heart, and expressed his immense pride in him. As for this upcoming journey, it seems like it’s all about him, so Ronan plans to relax and enjoy watching Love Island each evening instead.

Before stepping into the well-known Love Island villa, Jack, a native of Dublin now residing in London, shared that his father is incredibly excited about his entry.

‘My dad is a singer, Ronan Keating. He will be watching when I’m on it for sure,’ he said.

Back in March, it came to light that Jack had ended his relationship with his recent girlfriend, who he had only recently made public as his romantic partner, mere months after they went public with their love.

Recently, the Love Island celebrity, aged 26, has experienced another heartbreak in his romantic journey – just like his unsuccessful quest for love when he joined the villa in the year 2022.

He announced his new relationship with midwife Abby Phillips at the end of last year.

However, he’s deleted any signs of his most recent partner from his Instagram profile, which previously showcased his joy about her graduation achievement.

The pair have also unfollowed each other on the app.

Jack, being a single parent now, has made it official that his recent status change is true. He mentioned that he’s been seeing someone new, but choosing to proceed cautiously in his romantic pursuits.

It was disclosed that Jack is available again, following his account of meeting Abby earlier in the year.

He informed Evoke: “For some time, I was in a relationship, and during that period, her partner was also present. However, we maintained contact throughout. Subsequently, both of us ended our relationships.

‘I saw her on Hinge and I was like ‘right, let me slide into those DMs there.”

He told Goss.ie: ‘I was actually on a date last night – went pretty well.

‘I’m doing the rounds. Back in. Taking it slow though. Very slow.’

Though Jack’s romantic relationships seem to be experiencing their highs and lows, he expressed that he thoroughly enjoys being a father.

He added: ‘Dad life as well. My daughter Maya turned two – So yeah, amazing.’

During Jack’s stay in the Love Island villa, it was found out that his ex-partner, Keely Iqbal, was pregnant.

Claudia Fogarty 

Notable contestants who had famous relatives when they entered the show were Claudia, daughter of Carl Fogarty, and Belle, daughter of Tamer Hassan.

In the year 2023, Claudia competed in the winter edition of Love Island. Her striking introduction took place during the heart-rate challenge, specifically on the 23rd day.

Claudia had a brief romantic encounter with Casey O’Gorman, a character who later reappeared on the show two times more. However, their romantic involvement within the villa didn’t last long.

She is now happily dating Ollie Crankshaw, who she is expecting a baby with.

30-year-old star announced on her Instagram that she’s pregnant and is expecting a daughter with partner Ollie, whom she made public in September 2023.

she wrote a caption accompanying the picture they shared: ‘A part of me, a part of you. Can’t wait to greet you. Arrival of Baby Crankshaw on November 25.’

It’s been disclosed that approximately two years following her appearance on the well-known series, Claudia has decided to leave her reality television background behind and pursue a fresh career in the fitness sector instead.

Claudia has started her adventure as a Kore Reformer Pilates teacher after earning her fitness certifications. She shared this exciting update with her social media followers on Instagram.

In her activewear outfit, Claudia posted several beautiful photos of herself during a Pilates class and captioned it as follows: “Entering the Pilates phase… I am launching a new Pilates page where I will share all my reformer exercises.

‘I would love for you guys to give me a follow and come with me on my Pilates journey.

I look forward to passing on my knowledge and engaging in conversations with those interested in attending my classes or scheduling a one-on-one session. Feel free to join!

She concluded: ‘So excited for this new chapter and to see where it takes me (love heart emoji)’

On her Instagram post, she shared the announcement, saying: “Discovering a fresh direction in life. Already enjoying this new adventure.

I’m eagerly anticipating many exciting moments to come, and I can’t wait to experience them together! This year feels like it’s shaping up to be fantastic (heart emoticon).

Additionally, she shared her course timetable, with classes ranging from the early hours to the late night, encouraging her audience to reserve their spots promptly since they’re filling up rapidly.

In the tradition set by her mom, Michelle, Claudia is carving out her unique path within the health and wellness industry.

Previously, she had a joint venture managing the women’s clothing store, Sister Stories, alongside her sibling, Danielle Fogarty.

Belle Hassan 

During its fifth season, Tamer’s daughter, Belle Hassan, made her appearance on Love Island. More precisely, she joined the villa during the episode known as Casa Amor.

Belle appeared on Love Island‘s 2019 series where she had a romance with Anton Danyluk.

Nevertheless, the relationship beyond the villa was short-lived, as they parted ways only five weeks into dating following the conclusion of the show.

Yet, their romance fizzled out after the show, with them breaking up just five weeks into dating.

Lastly, Despite the villa providing a romantic setting, their relationship didn’t survive post-show, as they separated only five weeks into dating.

She then had a brief romance with Absolutely Ascot star Rudi Hewitt.

2023 saw her confessing her fear of venturing outside, a phobia triggered by the severe assault that left her with a swollen eye in the final months of 2022. She emphasized that people can be harmful, not only physically but also verbally, after her stint on Love Island drew criticism.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but share my deep concern about a beloved reality star from the 2019 series. She was unfortunately subjected to a vicious encounter during an evening out, where she was physically attacked and verbally abused. Yet, she’s learned to brace herself for such hostile responses when she steps into the public eye.

During an interview with Johnny Seifert on his Secure The Insecure podcast, she shared that similar situations often occur for influencers in social settings. People might approach them saying things like, “You think you’re something because you were on TV,” to which she typically responds, “No, I don’t.

‘I strive to treat everyone kindly, but there are times when, due to specific circumstances, we may find ourselves engaging in disputes. Regrettably, some individuals may resort to physical or verbal aggression or rudeness towards us during these moments. I believe that much of this behavior stems from their personal struggles and unhappiness.’

Regardless of our emotional condition, it’s never acceptable to harm others physically or verbally.

It’s up to them to figure out the reasons behind their actions as part of their personal self-love journey. I don’t need to know, but I hope they can resolve it for themselves.

The celebrity admitted that she initially felt afraid when appearing in public, and later revisited the location where the incident occurred as a means to conquer her anxieties.

She added: ‘But, I am all good. I was a little bit nervous after going out again.

‘I decided to face my fears by returning to that place again, and guess what? I succeeded, and I ended up being alright.’

After her stint on Love Island, Belle relocated to Edinburgh and set up a beauty salon, marking a departure from the world of show business.

Lately, she’s been in a public romantic relationship with rugby player Luke Crosbie, whom she previously mentioned they had separated from.

In February, Belle shared a heartbreaking post about suffering from ’emotional abuse’.

Belle shared that she feels incredibly down, almost at rock bottom, and finds it hard to start her days due to this low mood. However, she didn’t mention who she believes is responsible for the emotional distress she’s experiencing.

Previously, it was known that she was in a relationship with Luke, as they posted affectionate photos of one another. However, recently, the star has removed all those photos from their account, and they no longer interact on social media platforms.

Tommy Fury

Although Tommy Fury is John Fury’s son, it’s Tyson Fury, the boxing champion, who is his most famous family member. In fact, Tyson has won numerous world heavyweight titles.

In the fifth season of the show in 2019, he was introduced as the attractive younger sibling of a renowned boxing champion.

During a pre-match interview, he emphasized that he has always been independent and made this clear during his entire boxing journey. He often refers to himself as an individual with his unique identity.

I prefer not to be identified solely as his younger brother; I am an individual with my own path, and I strive to make the most of my life, which is my primary goal.

Since the show’s debut, Tommy has achieved remarkable fame and success, which has positively impacted both his career and personal life.

He’s been putting out fashion edits, landing modeling contracts, and even reviving his boxing career. His latest achievement was defeating Kenan Hanjalic after a break of 18 months.

In their reality show, Tommy ended up coming in second next to Molly-Mae Hague. Interestingly, they’re still a couple after all this time.

In January 2023, the couple (Tommy and Molly Mae) had their first child, a daughter named Bambi. Around eight months later, Tommy put forth a proposal to Molly Mae.

Last summer, I stirred quite a buzz in the entertainment sphere when I made the unexpected announcement that my partner and I were going our separate ways. But it’s important to remember that every relationship is unique, and ours was no exception as we navigated through the highs and lows together.

As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d rephrase that statement like this: “In an update for my 8.5 million Instagram family, I regretfully announce the conclusion of our journey together. I never envisioned our tale would unfold in this manner.

During a recent interview, Tommy firmly dismissed ongoing rumors suggesting he was unfaithful, emphatically stating that any claims about his association with other women were utterly false and baseless.

Tommy said the reason he and Molly ended their romance was down to his excessive drinking.

In the wake of our split, I diligently chronicled my experiences in the debut season of Molly-Mae’s reality series, Molly-Mae: A Glimpse Beyond.

After confirming their decision, the couple is trying again, and meanwhile, Tommy is preparing to produce a show of his own.

Antigoni Buxton

Prior to making an appearance in the eighth season of the program, Antigoni, aged 29, had already had experience with television thanks to her well-known chef mother, Tonia Buxton. Notably, Tonia often graces the screens on the show “Sunday Brunch.

Antigoni’s mom couldn’t contain her amazement when she learned her daughter had joined the Love Island Villa: “I never thought my @antigoni would be tanning in Mallorca, not just sunbathing this week!

She expressed: “We’re all thrilled for you and have no doubt that you’ll shine! Given your connection to island life, I’m confident you’ll feel at home immediately!

Prior to moving into the villa, Antigoni was poised for a thriving singing career. Her music style was characterized as a fusion of ‘hip hop rhythms from the UK blended with Greek and Middle Eastern tones.’

Just weeks before entering the show she released a single called Hit List. 

Initially, she formed a romantic pair with Davide Sanclimenti, but later on, their relationship transitioned into a friendly duo with Charlie Radnedge.

Despite her less-than-stellar experience on Love Island, the singer-songwriter has flourished remarkably since departing.

Making an appearance on the ITV2 show undeniably propelled her singing career forward. In her song, “You Can Have Him,” Antigoni expresses frustration over a competing romantic interest who stole her partner.

Antigoni maintains that her song has nothing to do with her fellow Islanders, even though there were hints of tension with Ekin-Su over Davide earlier. However, she disclosed that the inspiration behind the tune stemmed from a chat she had with the Love Island production team.

On the Bangin’ With Chloe Veitch podcast, Antigoni communicated to the Too Hot to Handle star, “So far, as I understand, nobody has claimed my boyfriend. Neither in the past nor currently. Let’s hope that continues.

The inspiration behind that song was… This year early on, I received an offer to participate in Love Island, and I was considering whether or not to accept. During my Zoom discussions with the producers, one of them asked me hypothetically, ‘What would you do if a newcomer entered the show, you were paired up with someone, and one of the new women showed interest in your partner?’

In essence, I said something similar to: ‘If you manage to win him over, then he’s yours. This is a sentiment my father often shares. Regardless of how much we yearn for someone, you cannot make them stay with you. If someone else can take that person from you, it suggests they weren’t destined to be with you.’

Apart from launching her own musical career, she’s also the brainchild behind the clothing brand Antonia Bronze, and just revealed plans for a new fashion-centric venture.

Molly Marsh 

In the year 2023, Molly, aged 23, made an appearance on the program, sparking controversy as people speculated that she may have secured a place on the show with assistance from her mom.

Molly’s mother, Janet, has assumed three distinct characters on the widely-acclaimed British soap opera Coronation Street. These roles include that of a nurse, a receptionist, and an Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU) nurse.

As a devoted supporter, I’d like to clarify: Contrary to some claims, I vigorously dispute the idea that my theater performer daughter secured her spot in the show merely due to her industry ties.

In 2005 marked her initial step on the cobblestones, taking up the role of a nurse. Later, in March 2008, she re-joined the soap opera, portraying a receptionist at the Scott-Roe Clinic.

Approximately a year had passed, and once again, Janet made her way back to Weatherfield. On this visit, she assumed the role of an Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU) nurse, as Claire Peacock, who was discovered unconscious at home, was rushed to the hospital.

Janet boasts an impressive career on television, with appearances in various series including Where the Heart Is, Bodies, In the Dark, Love, Lies, and Records.

After her stint on Love Island, Molly Marsh, who was paired with Zach Noble, has embarked on a musical journey and unveiled her first single titled Werewolf.

She has also been working on writing and recording new music in the studio.

Besides focusing on her music career, she’s also been growing a robust online following by frequently sharing entertaining TikTok clips and workout routines.

Molly and Zach parted ways following a span of seven months, erasing all signs of each other from their respective social media platforms upon agreeing to conclude their relationship.

A few weeks after reconciling, they went on a trip to Australia for a vacation, reigniting their relationship. However, whispers of a possible separation have surfaced once more in recent times.

Liam Llewellyn

Liam opted to quit the eighth season on day six, which created an awkward watching experience since he concluded that living in the villa didn’t suit him.

He went back to where his parents reside, with his father, a renowned international rugby player named David Llewellyn, who represented Wales in the 1999 Rugby World Cup.

Initially, I found myself paired with Gemma Owen, and it seemed our shared backgrounds – both of us being children of renowned figures – were a happy coincidence. Little did we know, there was much more common ground between us than we initially realized.

Liam explained to TopMob that he chose to depart from the show because he found it difficult to handle the fact that the producers were controlling his on-screen actions.

The Welsh native student admitted he didn’t fully realize the psychological effects of being constantly filmed, as he understood that everything he did was being monitored closely and later presented in an unfair light.

Liam expressed: “Initially, I imagined having the perfect summer that everyone longs for, but now I’m without any regrets, I decided to take a risk, yet I discovered life off-camera isn’t something I can thrive in on TV.

In the production of a television show, I was asked to perform tasks that didn’t align with my authentic self. I wasn’t comfortable with this role. Keep in mind, it’s just a TV show – it’s created and scripted, not entirely genuine.

In my mind, I felt unsuitable for participating in a reality TV show due to its nature. It involves going on dates, facing challenges, and you have little control over the events that unfold.

‘On my dates they asked me to repeat things because it didn’t quite come through.

After several discussions with executives, the series editor, and expert physiologists, I found myself in a position where I needed to make a personal decision. Following a few days of contemplation, I concluded that continuing wasn’t aligned with my best interests.

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