Who is Kyle Ashman? Love Island 2025 contestant who has quit show ahead of launch
The 23-year-old will no longer be taking part due to "personal reasons".
With the latest season of Love Island set to kick off in just a few days, ITV has announced the starting line-up - but one contestant has already left the show before the series has even begun.
Kyle Ashman from Stafford has confirmed he will not be entering the villa after initially being confirmed as one of this year’s cast members.
This means he won't be joining the likes of Dejon Noel-Williams, Megan Moore, Tommy Bradley and Alima Gagigo.
So, wondering who Kyle is and why he departed from the series? Read on for everything you need to know.
Kyle Ashman - key facts
Age: 23
Job: Water operative
From: Stafford
Instagram: @kyleaashman
Who is Kyle Ashman?
Kyle is a 23-year-old water operative from Stafford.
Kyle described his flirting style as back to basics. He said: "I just go with it, find something to compliment a girl on and go from there."
Why has Kyle Ashman pulled out of Love Island?
Kyle has confirmed he will not be entering the villa this year after initially being confirmed as part of the line-up.
The news comes after The Sun reported he had been arrested and quizzed by police in connection with an incident involving a machete attack.
"I fully cooperated with this police investigation and made it very clear that I had no involvement in this incident," Ashman, 23, said in a statement to RadioTimes.com.
"I am not a violent person and any suggestion otherwise is a mischaracterisation."
Though he was questioned, he was released without charge.
ITV also released a statement in the wake of Kyle's departure, citing "personal reasons".
The statement read: "For personal reasons, Kyle will not be entering the Love Island Villa as planned.”
ITV has yet to announce a potential replacement for Kyle on the show.
How old is Kyle Ashman?
Kyle is 23 years old.
Is Kyle on Instagram?
Yes! You can follow Kyle on Instagram @kyleaashman, but it appears to be a brand new account as he doesn't currently have any posts.
Alongside the rest of this year's cast, the bio reads "I’m off to find love in the @loveisland villa! ❤️🏝️"
What does Kyle look for in a partner?
Kyle is really not fussy when it comes to finding a partner, and is simply looking for "someone that’s fun, confident and just themselves".
Read more on Love Island 2025 contestants:
- Sophie Lee
- Dejon Noel-Williams
- Megan Moore
- Tommy Bradley
- Alima Gagigo
- Ben Holbrough
- Helena Ford
- Megan Clarke
- Blu Chegini
- Shakira Khan
- Harry Cooksley
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Authors
Phoebe Kowhai Barnes is a Freelance Writer who covers pop culture and entertainment programmes for the Radio Times. She previously worked as the Senior Assistant Editor at The Tab where she managed its local department. She obtained a BA (Hons) in English Literature from University of Nottingham.
