The ultimate game of love is back for another year, as Love Island returns for a 13th season in just a few short days.

The new run, which launches next week, will see the first 12 Islanders step into the iconic villa, all of whom are on the search for love – but will it be easier said than done?

One of those Islanders is Sam Workman who admits it’ll be interesting to have competition while in the villa, but is confident in what he has to offer.

Read on to find out more about Love Island 2026 contestant Sam Workman.

Sam Workman – key facts

Age: 25

Job: Electrician

From: Dudley

Instagram: @sam.work

Who is Sam Workman?

Lola, Samuel and Angelista standing in front of a pink Love Island background. — Lola, Samuel and Angelista on Love Island 2026.ITV

Sam Workman is an electrician from Dudley who is definitely ready to find love after a year of being single and dating.

“I am at a stage now where I want to settle down and find the love of my life,” he said.

Reflecting on his dating history, Sam admits that he can be too nice at times and in the past he has gone on a few dates with someone, realised he wasn’t feeling it but avoided saying anything because he didn’t want to hurt them.

He added: “Then things end up getting deeper, they get attached, and it becomes messy. I’ve definitely learned that being honest earlier is the better thing to do – I’m not going into extra time.”

How old is Sam Workman?

Sam Workman is 25 years old.

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Is Sam from Love Island 2026 on Instagram?

He is! You can follow Sam on Instagram @sam.work. At the time of reporting, Sam has just over 4,700 followers.

What is Sam’s ‘type on paper’?

Sam is looking for “someone classy, mature, blonde, fun, and someone who doesn’t take themselves too seriously”.

“I like people who can let their hair down and enjoy themselves,” he added.

Love Island returns on Monday 1 June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.

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Katelyn Mensah is the Senior Entertainment Writer for Radio Times, covering all major entertainment programmes, reality TV shows and the latest hard-hitting documentaries. She previously worked at The Tab, with a focus on reality TV and showbiz news and has obtained a BA (Hons) in Journalism.