Love Island shock as TOWIE legend Joey Essex walks into villa as a bombshell to mixed fan reaction
manchestereveningnews.co.ukFans of ITV2's Love Island were thrilled by the unexpected arrival of Joey Essex on the show. The 33 year old former TOWIE star was unveiled as the first Bombshell of the new summer series during the premiere episode, a first for the long-running reality TV programme.
While previous Islanders like Adam Collard and Kady McDermott have returned to the villa for another chance at finding love on national television, Joey is the first well-known celebrity to join the show as a contestant.
This surprise addition to Love Island is no stranger to our screens, having featured on numerous reality TV shows worldwide since his debut on The Only Way is Essex in 2011.
Over the years, besides coining his catchphrase 'reem' on TOWIE from 2011 until 2013, Joey has had a stint in the jungle for the 13th series of I'm a Celebrity...
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