If a week is too long to wait for the latest series of Love Island and you want to know who will be frolicking about on your screens in their swimwear this summer, then don't panic. The rumoured line-up has been announced and apparently it includes the show's first ever transgender islander, Aaron Buckett.
In true Love Island form, Aaron is a 6'5 personal trainer with one of the most ripped bodies the show has ever seen. If you've seen his fitness TikTok and want to know more about him, you've come to the right place. Here's the lowdown on Aaron Buckett.
Who is Aaron Buckett?
Aaron Buckett is a personal trainer from London. He was reportedly 'snapped up' by Love Island bosses to join the show.
Is Aaron Buckett going on Love Island?
If rumours are to be believed, Aaron has been signed for season 12 of the hit dating show. 'It’s a fact of life that girls go crazy for a tall lad and Aaron is a man mountain,' one source told the tabloids. 'Aaron is in the mix for this year’s cast but execs are still finalising whether he’ll be in the opening line-up or as a tempting bombshell.'
What has Aaron Bucket said about Love Island?
It's hardly surprising given that the line-up is supposed to be kept under wraps, but Aaron hasn't commented on the rumours himself yet. If his TikTok is anything to go by, however, he has been preparing to spend all summer in his swim shorts for a long time.
He regularly shares videos taken at the gym and often boasts about his height and his muscles (and rightfully so).
Does Aaron Buckett have social media?
Yes you can keep up with Aaron on TikTok, where he already has 13.5k followers. He's also on Instagram at @aarxncb.
Who else is going on Love Island season 12?
Reportedly joining Aaron in the famous villa is Michelle Roscoe, Ella Rae Wise, Kodie Murphy, Gabriella Bardsley and Lucy Quinn.
When does Love Island start?
Season 12 of Love Island, which marks 10 years of the ITV show, begins at 9pm on Monday 9 June on ITV2 and ITVX.
Nikki Peach is a writer at Grazia UK, working across entertainment, TV and news. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).