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24th Feb 2023

Love Island’s new bombshell Keanan has a big Irish connection

Ellen Fitzpatrick

Sure, the big Irish head on him.

Keanan Brand is the latest islander heading into the Love Island villa as a bombshell and while he might be from Wigan, his connection to Ireland is a lot stronger than you’d think.

The 24 year old is very proud of his Irish background and has claimed he has “always got the luck of the Irish”.

But if that’s not enough, Keanan is a professional rugby player and was picked for the Irish squad at the last Rugby League World Cup but unfortunately didn’t make his debut with the team due to injury.

Currently playing for the Leigh Leopards in the Betfred Super League, the rugby pro was also a former teammate of Jacques O’Neill who was on the last season of Love Island.

Keanan has described himself as “energetic, caring and happy go lucky” before heading into the villa.

 

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“I’ve got the gift of the gab so I will definitely bring some fun, I want to go in, have a great time and find love!” he said.

When asked what he’s looking for in a partner, Keanan said: “Personality is massive for me, I want a girl who is polite and has good morals. I like someone I can bounce off , so they need to have lots of energy.”

He also revealed he has his eye on Samie and Jessie, and said: “If I could draw my perfect girl based on looks it would be her. I think she’s looking for someone that is cheeky and confident, and that’s me! May the best man win.”

“Jessie is also up there, I know she’s with Will but I think me and her will get on well.”

“It seems like everyone is stepping on each other’s toes so I’m going to do the same! I’ve got my eye on Samie but Tom is obviously a big handsome lad – but in my opinion he doesn’t really get past the looks,” he continued.

“I’m going in there to find a girl – that’s my number one priority.”

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