Who is Lorenzo Alessi? Meet Love Island 2026 contestant and business owner

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Published: Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 11:01 am

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The ultimate game of love has been on our screens for already nearly a month and one of the Islanders who has rarely stayed out of drama during that time is Lorenzo Alessi.

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Lorenzo is one of the OG boys, entering the villa on day one and forming what was thought to be in an established couple with Jasmine, however that went up in flames after Lorenzo explored a connection with bombshell Priya, even sharing a secret kiss with her.

He then set his sights on Yasmin, despite her being coupled up with Aidan, creating tension in the villa.

As of the latest episodes, Lorenzo and Yasmin are coupled up and their relationship appears to be his strongest connection in the villa so far if the heart rate challenge was anything to go by!

Want to know more Lorenzo? Read on to find out more about the Love Island 2026 contestant.

Lorenzo Alessi - key facts

Lorenzo looking shocked as he looks over at someone in the Love Island garden. He can be seen wearing a white t-shirt and denim jacket.

Lorenzo. ITV/ Lifted Entertainment

Age: 28

Job: Business owner

From: Hertfordshire

Instagram: @lorenzoxalessi

Who is Lorenzo Alessi?

Lorenzo Alessi is a business owner from Hertfordshire who believes "all is fair in love and war" and won't be shying away from the drama.

He describes himself as a "self deprecating person", so much so if another Islander wanted to crack on with someone he was also interested in, he would encourage them to go and speak to her.

"Sometimes it ends up working, reverse psychology," he joked.

How old is Lorenzo Alessi?

Lorenzo is 28 years old, and is one of the eldest Islanders in the line-up.

Is Lorenzo from Love Island 2026 on Instagram?

A topless man looking over at someone while wearing black sunglasses.

Lorenzo. ITV/Lifted Entertainment

Yes, you can follow Lorenzo on Instagram @lorenzoxalessi where, at the time of reporting, he has around 39,500 followers.

What is Lorenzo's 'type on paper'?

Lorenzo's type traditionally is a blonde, but he notes that isn't always the case, with him also having a penchant for "a posh girl".

Oddly, one feature Lorenzo looks for in a girl is her arms, adding: "It’s really strange! Imagine like a Jessica Alba or an Angelina Jolie kind of arm and neck, I find that very elegant. Very niche, I know!"

Read more on the Love Island 2026 cast:

Love Island continues tonight at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX.

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Katelyn MensahSenior Entertainment Writer

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.

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