First winter Love Island 2023 rumoured Islander is this 22-year-old student and model

The first rumoured Islander for the new winter Love Island 2023 series has been revealed, and it’s 22-year-old Tanya Manhenga. She is reportedly set to join the cast who will be in the all new manor house setting in South Africa, later this month.

Tanya is a biomedical science student and model, and is an ambassador for huge brands Boohoo, Simmi shoes and Ego. She is already signed to a management agency, and you guessed it, her Instagram feed matches exactly what you’d expect from someone who is ready for the world of brand deals and influencing.

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Speaking of Tanya, who’s from Liverpool, a source told The Sun: “Tanya really is the whole package, she’s a smart as she is stunning and she looks set to be one this series most popular Islanders. She’s an Islander in waiting, already moving in the same circles as former cast members and with brand deals already under her belt.

“But her followers already know she’s got a personality to match. This year’s cast is a sassy bunch, packed with banter and good chat, and Tanya is set to lead the pack.”

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Tanya already has over 12k Instagram followers, and posts loads of holiday pictures, outfit snaps and selfies.

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The new series starts in a matter of days, and Love Island bosses have opted for a gorgeous manor house in South Africa to house the Islanders. The sprawling mansion is set in millionaire’s row in South Africa and features a gorgeous swimming pool and an iconic fire pit for the Islanders to gather around.

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Tanya is the first rumoured contestant of winter Love Island 2023, with many more expected in the coming days. I can’t wait!

Winter Love Island 2023 starts on January 16th. For all the latest Love Island news and gossip and for the best memes and quizzes, like The Holy Church of Love Island on Facebook.

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