Charlie Frederick has made a dramatic return to reality television, joining the cast of Love Island All Stars in 2026. The fitness coach, originally from Plymouth in Devon, is causing quite a stir in the South African villa with his flirtatious behaviour and wandering eye.
Who is Love Island's Charlie Frederick?
Age: 31
From: Plymouth, Devon
Instagram: @charliefrederick_
Job: Fitness coach based in London
Charlie first shot to fame when he entered the Spanish Love Island villa back in 2018. Since leaving reality television eight years ago, he has successfully carved out a career in the fitness industry, branding himself as a professional coach working in London.
Before heading into the All Stars villa for his second attempt at finding love, Charlie opened up about his decision to return to the show. He explained: "Do you know what? It has been a long time since 2018, it's like eight years ago, and I was 23 when I went on. I'm now 31. I've obviously been in a relationship, out of a relationship now for a year and a bit."
He continued: "And I watched the guys on All Stars last year, and I was like, you know, what? I could feel a little bit of jealousy creep in. I was like, 'I could see myself on there'. So I thought, why not one last crack at it and see if I can find my person?"
Charlie's Previous Love Island Experience
What season of Love Island was Charlie Frederick on?
Charlie starred in Love Island series four, which aired during the summer of 2018. His initial stint was surprisingly brief - he entered the villa on day eight and left just five days later, on day thirteen.
The fitness coach's season included some of the most iconic islanders ever to exit the villa, featuring memorable contestants such as:
- Jack Fincham
- Dani Dyer
- Laura Anderson
- Kaz Crossley
- Megan Barton-Hanson
- Wes Nelson
- Dr Alex George
- Jack Fowler
- Georgia Steel
- Adam Collard
- Zara McDermott
Charlie Frederick's Dating History
Famous Ex-Girlfriends
Charlie famously dated his series four co-star Hayley Hughes after the pair met in the villa. The two grew close after he entered as a bombshell in the second week, but their romance wasn't destined to last. The public weren't convinced by their connection, the duo were voted least compatible by their fellow islanders, and just a few days later they were dumped from the island.
Following his television stint, Charlie also sparked up a romance with series five bombshell Arabella Chi. His relationship with the model proved to be short-lived, and the two quickly moved on to other pursuits.
"I was in a long-term relationship for four years, and now I've been single for about a year," Charlie revealed about his dating history before entering All Stars, referencing an unknown ex-girlfriend. "I've been dating a lot and moved back to London recently, so I've had some good dates."
Current All Stars Villa Drama
Now single and ready to mingle, Charlie has wasted no time making his presence felt in the All Stars villa. He has already sparked up the first love triangle of series three, connecting with both Millie Court and her television best friend Jess Harding just days into the dating game.
He's enjoying the flirty South African summer alongside returning co-stars including Helena Ford, Scott van-der-Sluis, Leanne Amaning, Samie Elishi, Whitney Adebayo and more familiar faces from previous Love Island series.
Charlie is determined to make the most of his second chance at reality romance, stating: "Now I'm after a fair crack at the whip! The first time round, I was in there for five days, and I really want to find someone."
With his fitness background, charismatic personality, and determination to find lasting love, Charlie Frederick is certainly one to watch as Love Island All Stars 2026 continues to unfold.
