Matilda Draper rose to fame on Love Island last summer and she’s had a very busy year since then.
Her relationship with Love Island 2024 co-star Sean Stone didn’t work out, but Matilda is currently loved up with TOWIE’s Roman Hackett and she’s even joined the ITVBe show herself.
Not only that but she’s smashing influencer life too. Here’s everything you need to know about her…
Who is Matilda Draper?
Matilda is best known for appearing on Love Island 2024. She entered the villa as a bombshell on day 17.
How old is Matilda Draper?
Born on 26 May 2000, Matilda is currently 24 years old.
Where is Matilda Draper from?
Matilda hails from Beckenham in London.
What is Matilda Draper's job?
Before she entered the villa, Matilda was a recruitment consultant, but she's now an influencer and reality star.
Who is Matilda Draper's boyfriend?
Matilda is currently dating TOWIE star Roman Hackett. They went public in December 2024 after lots of speculation surrounding their cosy social media posts. After hard launching their romance, Matilda joined Roman on TOWIE for series 35.
Speaking about their relationship, Matilda recently told Closer, 'He has basically moved into my flat. He is there more or less every day. He has got part of the wardrobe – a tiny section that keeps getting bigger and bigger... he leaves his stuff there. It has moved so quick, but we are so pure with how much we love each other. We can’t help but be open, which I love. I wouldn’t want someone who was nonchalant. I want someone to be loud about how much they love me.'
What happened to Matilda Draper on Love Island 2024?
Matilda had a connection with the villa's candy man Sean Stone as soon as she entered the villa and they coupled up on day 22. Although Sean played away and kissed bombshell Diamanté Laiva in Casa Amor, he decided to stick with Matilda and they were coupled up the whole way through.
Matilda and Sean made it all the way to the final, where they finished in third place.
Why did Matilda Draper and Sean Stone split?
Matilda and Sean split just weeks after leaving the villa, announcing the news on Instagram. He wrote, 'Just wanted to come on here to tell you guys that Matilda and I have decided to part ways. We are good friends and I'm so grateful to have shared such an incredible experience with her.
'We appreciate all of your support throughout our time together and all the love you have shown us both we both believe this is the best step for us moving forward. Love you all.'
She later told Closer, 'I broke up with Sean a month after we left the villa. Before that my ex was two years ago. When you come out [of the villa] is when you know who people are in real life rather than in this bubble. You know if it is going to work or not.’
Does Matilda Draper have Instagram?
She does, and you can follow her at @matildajdraper.
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