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Kathryn Williams

Love Island's Sammy Root: Age, job and his awkward dating secret

There's another new bombshell in the Love Island villa and his name is Sammy. But what do we know about the new bloke who is from Kent? Let's find out.

The new boy made his entrance on Thursday, June 8 and quickly had a one-on-one with three of the girls in the villa. Ella was the first to embark on a date with him and whilst relaxing on the day beds, the Scottish TV extra, who is currently paired up with Tyrique Hyde, received a text which reads: “Ella, I’m waiting to date you on the hideaway terrace. I’ll give the other two girls a shout later.”

He told Ella that he was a "decent bit of fun," and the pair shared a cocktail before he invited Molly to the new terrace. The musical theatre actress said that the pair 'had good energy' and was really nice. Next up was Jess who was excited about the date with Sammy, who told the west Londoner she 'had mad eyes', but she seemed to take it as a compliment.

But what do we know about the villa newbie? Read on to find out.

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How old is Sammy?

The new islander is 22.

What is his job?

Sammy is a project manager. He describes it as a "bit of a boring job" that involves wearing a 'tasty suit' and going out for a drink.

What Sammy said about entering the ITV2 reality show


Why Love Island and why now?

I’ve always got girls on my mind, so what better way to find a nice girl than in the Love Island Villa!

What do you think you’ll bring to the Villa?

I’ll be the energy in the villa, lots of guys have pretty faces and nice bodies, which I have too, but I’ve also got the bubbly personality, I’m a bit of a firework.

What’s your ‘elevator pitch’ for why someone should want to date you?

I stand out from everyone else purely on appearance. Most attractive people have the personality of a sponge, but I’m not lacking in that department either.

If there was one thing you’d want your new fellow Islanders to know about you what would it be?

I won’t shy away from any of the girls and I’ll stand my ground, it’s game on.

Why would you say you’re single?

I think it’s time I now found my princess.

How would friends/family describe you?

Funny, bubbly and good to be around. I’m a bit cheeky too.

Best / worst date story?

I took a girl out to a bar and we were having a couple of drinks but shortly after her ex and his family all walked in and sat three tables down from us. It was bad!

What gives you the ‘ick’?

It’s niche, but wide feet - there’s something about wide feet that I can’t deal with. Girls that are too into star signs is another ick.

Do you fall in love quickly?

If it’s the right girl, then yes. My ex is the only girl I’ve ever been in love with.

If you had to pick three of the most important things you look for in a partner what would they be?

She’s gotta have a nice bum, an amazing personality and be family orientated.

Tell us something not many people know about you?

I’ve dated two best friends and they still don’t know about it… they might now though!

If you had to pick three celebrities to be in the Villa with you as fellow Islanders who would they be and why?

It’s got to be; Leonardo DiCaprio, Madelyn Cline as she is the perfect girl, and Chloe Ferry for a bit of fun.

If money was no object, what would be your ideal first date?

We would fly to Lake Como and find a nice little restaurant, saxophone playing, wine and dine and back to a hotel to see what might

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