We do love us some Olivia Hawkins here at heatworld. Let's be real, she was the sugar and spice that kept winter Love Island 2023 naughty and nice. She's beaut and she's goals – and that's just her signature high pony. Oh, and to top it all off, she's now returning to the series that made her for All Stars.
On Tuesday 7 January 2025, exactly two years after first finding fame on the ITV series, Olivia was confirmed as one of the 12 OGs entering the South African villa on Monday 13 January, alongside the likes of Scott Thomas, Catherine Agbaje and Luca Bish.
Speaking of why she chose to return to the franchise, Liv told producers, "I’m still single and getting close to my thirties, I feel ready for it now. I’m ready to meet a nice man."
Speaking of whether she had any misconceptions she wanted to dispel on All Stars (VILLAIN EDIT), she replied, "People misinterpret my honesty and how real I am. I think I am just very honest and upfront - and people take it the wrong way. Maybe sometimes I do need to keep my opinions to myself but, I’m unapologetically myself. You can never please everyone and I’m OK with being a marmite character."
Who is Olivia Hawkins?
Olivia is a Love Island 2023 winter contestant and has been confirmed for All Stars 2025.
Despite gaining a legion of fans since first appearing on the show, she is still considered a "Love Island villain" amongst some of the fandom. We disagree, FYI. Queen behaviour only.
What happened to Olivia Hawkins on winter Love Island 2023?
Olivia was an Islander on series 9 of Love Island (based in South Africa). Olivia entered the villa on day 1 and was dumped from the island on day 45. During her weeks in the villa she coupled up with Will Young, Tom Clare, Haris Namani, Spencer Wilks, Kai Fagan and Maxwell Samuda, who she continued dating IRL for a hot sec, confirming their split at the start of April 2023.
Who does heat think Olivia Hawkins will go for on All Stars?
We'v got a feeling Liv might seek redemption arc via Ronnie Vint. Call it a hunch.
Why did Olivia Hawkins and Maxwell Samuda split?
Unlucky in love, Liv appeared to have finally met her match in Casa Amor in early 2023, when she coupled up with Maxwell and it seemed like they were making things work on the outside world despite rumours about the relationship status.
Olivia seemingly set the record straight when she later appeared on the Not My Bagg Podcast and said, 'There’s been rumours that we split up, but no, we’re literally fine. We’re really good, cool, calm, collected. He’s a good guy and he treats me nice.'
They later confirmed their split on amicable terms, citing 'naturally drifting apart.'
Who is Olivia Hawkins feuding with?
This is one very well connected Islander, so who really knows. Although, there's a chance she might spill the beans in the All Stars villa, as she's also not afraid to spill the tea when she needs to.
We know for certain that her and Zara Deniz didn't see eye to eye during their time in the winter Love Island villa. They famously came to blows over Tom Clare.
She has also had a few things to say about Casa Amor star Diamanté Laiva in the past.
How old is Olivia Hawkins?
Olivia was born on 20 June 1995, making her 29 years old.
Where is Olivia Hawkins from?
Olivia is from sunny ole' Brighton.
What is Olivia Hawkins' job?
An actress and a ring girl, Olivia has starred in movies with action star Jason Statham and, even cooler, she was a body double for iconic British actresses Michelle Keegan and Emma Watson. Oh, and she's even appeared in a James Bond film alongside Daniel Craig. Pretty major.
After finding fame on Love Island, the reality star went on to become an influencer. Obv.
What beauty product gives Olivia Hawkins "the most incredible glow"?
Olivia revealed to heat that it's the very affordable Elf Halo Glow.
"It gives the most incredible glow," Olivia shares. "I love it, especially for the summer as you don't want anything too heavy as foundation can be too much. The Elf Halo Glow is a good happy medium."
Does Olivia Hawkins have Instagram?
You can follow Olivia at @livhawkinss.
Does Olivia Hawkins have TikTok?
Of course. You can follow her at @livhawkinss.
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Ben Pulsford is a digital writer for Bauer Media, writing for both Closer online and heatworld. When he's not getting paid to gossip about Big Brother, Love Island and The Real Housewives of Cheshire, he's storming the London LGBTQ+ scene as drag queen, Beary Poppins. Both Ben and Beary are awaiting an invite to join The Real Housewives of Cheshire for series 18. The budget's not there, but the drama is.