Can anyone remember the last time at least one of the Love Island contestants didn't know someone from either a previous season or the cast of TOWIE?
Well, Love Island 2024's Ronnie Vint is no different, in fact not only is he pals with Ella Rae Wise but he also attended the wedding of Olivia Attwood, chats with Georgia Harrison, and is mates with Tyrique Hyde.
Those ITV bosses really do like to keep it in the family.
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Now that he's in the villa and the girls are apparently obsessed with him, here's everything you need to know about Ronnie...
Who is Ronnie Vint?
Ronnie is an OG Islander on series 11.
How old is Ronnie Vint?
He is 27 years old and his birthday is 17 July 1996 making him a cancer.
Where is Ronnie Vint from?
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Ronnie’s a South East London boy.
What does Ronnie Vint do?
He is a semi-pro footballer just like Tyrique, Tom Clare, Toby Aromolaran, Scott van-der Sluis and half the other male contestants from the romance reality TV series.
He currently plays for Lewes FC as a defender.
What is Ronnie Vint’s type?
Before going into the villa, Ronnie told producers, “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.”
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What’s Ronnie Vint’s dating history?
Opening up to producers before his villa stint, Ronnie said, “I’ve had two serious relationships in the past but more recently have enjoyed being single and doing my own thing as I’ve been focussed on my football career.
“I’ve got to the age where I want to find the right person I can build a life with.”
How does Ronnie Vint know Olivia Attwood?
So it turns out, Ronnie is best pals with Olivia's husband Bradley Dack.
Does Ronnie Vint have Instagram?
Of course, it's a Love Island pre-requisite @ronnievint.
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Emily Vierke is a digital writer for heat and Closer Online who enjoys stalking The Love Island girlies for fashion inspo especially Indiyah Polack and Ella Thomas. Emily has a soft spot for TOWIE OGs Amy and Harry, mainly because she was also not aware that the capital of India was New Delhi she DID, however, know that know it wasn't France.