Alongside content creator Billykiss Azeez, hunky Post Office retail support worker Ryan Bannister is about to descend on the villa and whisk two Islanders off for dates. He’ll be dating Shakira Khan and Toni Laites and let’s face it, they both need a bit of romance after a turbulent few days in the villa.
Ahead of his arrival, here’s everything you need to know about Ryan…
Who is Ryan Bannister?
Ryan is one of two bombshells who entered the Love Island 2025 villa on Tuesday 1 July. He arrived alongside Billykiss Azeez and they both had to take two Islanders on a date.
How old is Ryan Bannister?
He's 27 years old.

Where is Ryan Bannister from?
The northern lad is from Chesterfield.
What is Ryan Bannister's job?
Ryan is a Post Office retail support worker.
What is Ryan Bannister looking for?
Ryan says he's looking for, 'A tanned brunette with a good body, bubbly personality, a joy to be around. They’ve got to be funny and someone I just love spending time with. I also like a bit of a fiery side.'
He adds, 'I’m 27 now so it would be good to find a girl that I could bring home to my parents. I’m definitely looking for love.'
Which Islanders is Ryan Bannister interested in?
Ryan's got his eye on Shakira, Toni and Emily Moran.
What is Ryan Bannister's Instagram?
He's on Insta at @ryanbanners, but his profile will be inactive while he's in the villa. There's plenty of hot pics to ogle until he returns to the outside world though.