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Sophie Dickinson

Who is Dale Mehmet? Love Island 2021 contestant's age, Instagram and job

Love Island fans are being treated to a whole host of new contestants on the ITV show this week.

Producers have already teased a clash with Hugo Hammond in an upcoming episode, and there's likely to be a few new recouplings, too.

If you can't wait till the show, read on to find out everything about Dale Mehmet.

Read more: Love Island's Hugo causes outrage after avoiding dumping

Here's what we know.

Who is Dale Mehmet?

Dale Mehmet is a 24-year-old from Glasgow.

Speaking about joining the show, Dale said that it's "something different", and he's just looking to take things "as they come".

The chilled-out Scot does have his eyes on someone in particular, however.

"I like Faye’s attitude and personality. I feel like we would get on," he says. He seems to be hoping to stay out of the drama, too. "I’m not a bad guy who is going to steal somebody’s girl. But if I want something then I’m going to pursue it."

Asked what people should know about him, Dale says that he "thinks most people know I'm mixed race. My dad's half Turkish, half Scottish. So I’ve got a wee bit of Turkish in me."

He's also a "massive geek", saying he loves sci-fi, gaming and anime.

"I have a full anime sleeve, that’s how much I like it, I’ve got it tattooed on my body. I really like Japanese culture."

What is Dale Mehmet's job?

Dale Mehmet is a self-taught barber.

Speaking about his career, Dale said that "you need a lot of people to practise on and who don’t mind you giving them a bad haircut."

He adds: "There was a quite well-known barbers in Glasgow that I wanted to shadow and learn how these guys cut hair.

"I worked there for about two years and then I created my own studio and started on my own."

What is Dale Mehmet's social media?

Dale Mehmet is on Instagram as @dalehuncho, where he posts holiday snaps and family photos.

Find out how Dale and the other new contestants do at 9pm on ITV2.

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