Love Island 2019: Who is Arabella Chi?

She's dating Wes Nelson!

Author: Alex RossPublished 20th Jun 2019
Last updated 19th Aug 2019

She was only in the Love Island 2019 villa for one week, but in that time model Arabella Chi certainly made her mark! After arriving as a bombshell in week three, Arabella 'stole' Danny Williams from Yewande Biala, and had a number of disagreements with some of the girls.

Despite Arabella not finding love in the villa, she's now dating Love Island 2018 star Wes Nelson, with the pair going official in August!

Who is Arabella Chi?

New girl Arabella is a 28-year-old model from London, who describes herself as 'energetic' and 'fun'.

When asked why she thinks she will be a great Islander, Arabella said, "I’m definitely a very energetic person. I bring a fun element, there’s no one in there that is the joker. I like banter. I like playing fun tricks on people. I really want to find someone in there. After my last relationship, I’m so ready in my mind to find somebody. I’m 28 so I know what I want after previous relationships. I’ve learnt different things about what I want."

Is Arabella Chi dating Wes Nelson?

In August, photos emerged of Wes walking hand-in-hand with Love Island 2019 contestant Arabella Chi.

The pair were photographed enjoying a night out in Manchester, before being spotted on a cinema date looking very cosy! In August, Wes and Arabella decided to make their romance official, posting a cute snap on their Instagram pages.

When was Arabella Chi dumped from Love Island?

Despite only coupling up with Danny earlier in the week, Arabella was harshly dumped by Tommy, Michael, and Anton on Thursday 27th June, when they were forced to decide which girl to send home following the shock public vote.

How old is Arabella Chi?

Arabella is 28-years-old.

Where is Arabella Chi from?

The model is from London.

What did Arabella Chi say about Danny Williams?

After leaving the villa, Arabella said, "I found somebody that I had a romantic connection with. I was attracted to him before I even went in the villa. Getting to know him more and more those feelings developed every day."

Arabella Love Island baby

Don't panic, Arabella Chi didn't fall pregnant during her stay in the Love Island villa! However, fans have been left totally confused after pictures of her with a baby bump appeared online. The model previously worked with online fashion brand ASOS, promoting maternity clothing with a fake baby bump.

How does Arabella Chi rate herself?

It seems Arabella doesn't lack confidence, rating herself an 8 out of 10. She said, "I would say I’m an 8. My best features are my eyes and my bum."

She is a stunning model after all!

What is Arabella Chi's idea of the perfect guy?

Arabella loves men who hit the gym and train, but it looks like Anton's luck is out again, with the model saying, "For me someone like Anton is a bit too ‘right’, it’s about getting a happy medium."

She's also a big fan of eyes, and likes to feel special in a relationship. She added, "Personality wise I have a lot of love to give and I like it if someone returns that and makes me feel special. I like a charmer and someone that makes me laugh. That’s the most important thing in a relationship."

Who is Arabella Chi's celebrity crush?

American actor Jason Momoa is top of Arabella's list.

She said, "I did a film with him. Justice League and Wonderwoman. We had to train with him. I was an Amazonian. I remember this guy bear crawling towards me and I was like ‘oh my god, he is so hot.’"

Has Arabella Chi ever cheated?

Yes! The model confessed she's cheated and been cheated on in the past, admitting she's only ever been loyal in ONE relationship.

She said, "I’ve only ever been loyal in one relationship which was my last relationship. In that relationship I would never look anywhere else. It all comes down to respect. When it’s on and off with someone, as it has been before, you never have that respect."

What is Arabella Chi's claim to fame?

Arabella is good friends with 2017 Islander Montana Brown, and she's also dated 2018 star Charlie Frederick!

How can I follow Arabella Chi on social media?

Instagram: arabellachi

Twitter: Arabella doesn't seem to be on Twitter!

How can I follow the Love Island 2019 cast on social media?

Yewande Biala

Age: 22
From: Dublin, Ireland
Occupation: Scientist
Instagram: @yewande_biala
Twitter: @yewande_biala

Lucie Donlan

Age: 21
From: Newquay
Occupation: Surfer
Instagram: @lucierosedonlan
Twitter: @lucierosedonlan

Amber Gill

Age: 21
From: Newcastle
Occupation: Beauty therapist
Instagram: @amberrosegill
Twitter: @AmberRoseGill

Amy Hart

Age: 26
From: Worthing, Sussex
Occupation: Air hostess / cabin crew manager
Instagram: @amyhartxo
Twitter: N/A

Anna Vakili

Age: 28
From: London
Occupation: Pharmacist
Instagram: @annavakili_
Twitter: N/A

Anton Danyluk

Age: 24
From: Airdrie, Scotland
Occupation: Gym owner
Instagram: @anton_danyluk
Twitter: N/A

Tommy Fury

Age: 20
From: Manchester
Occupation: Boxer
Instagram: @tommytntfury
Twitter: @tommytntfury

Joe Garratt

Age: 22
From: South East London
Occupation: Catering company owner
Instagram: @josephgarratt
Twitter: N/A

Michael Griffiths

Age: 27
From: Liverpool
Occupation: Firefighter
Instagram: @mac_griffiths
Twitter: @mac_griff

Sherif Lanre

Age: 20
From: London
Occupation: chef and semi-pro rugby player


Instagram: @sherif_lanre
Twitter: @sherif_lanre

Callum Macleod

Age: 28
From: South Wales
Occupation: Aircraft engineer
Instagram: @callum_macleod
Twitter: N/A

Curtis Pritchard

Age: 23
From: Shropshire
Occupation: Ballroom and Latin dancer
Instagram: @curtispritchard12
Twitter: @CurtisPritchard

Molly-Mae Hague

Age: 20
From: Hertfordshire
Occupation: Social media influencer
Instagram: mollymaehague
Twitter: mollymaehague

Danny Williams

Age: 21
From: Hull
Occupation: Model
Instagram: itsdannywilliams
Twitter: N/A

Elma Pazar

Age: 26
From: Essex
Occupation: Eyelash technician
Instagram: elmapazar
Twitter: ElmaPazar

Maura Higgins

Age: 28
From: County Longford, Ireland.
Occupation: Model and grid girl
Instagram: maurahiggins
Twitter: MauraHiggins

Tom Walker

Age: 29
From: Leeds
Occupation: Model
Instagram: tom9walker
Twitter: N/A

Jordan Hames

Age: 24
From: Manchester
Occupation: Model
Instagram: jxrdanhames
Twitter: N/A

Arabella Chi

Age: 28
From: London
Occupation: Model
Instagram: arabellachi
Twitter: N/A

Joanna Chimonides

Age: 22
From: London
Occupation: Recruitment Consultant
Instagram: joannachimonides
Twitter: N/A

Lavena Back

Age: 23
From: Croydon
Occupation: Business Developer
Instagram: iam_l.v
Twitter: N/A

Nabila Badda

Age: 29
From: London
Occupation: Hostess
Instagram: nabilabadda
Twitter: N/A

Jourdan Riane

Age: 24
From Essex
Occupation: Model/Actress
Instagram: jourdanriane
Twitter: N/A

Belle Hassan

Age: 21
From: Bromley
Occupation: Makeup Artist
Instagram: belle._.hassan
Twitter: N/A

Maria Wild

Age: 22
From: Cheltenham
Occupation: VIP Host
Instagram: mariacarmelwild
Twitter: N/A

Stevie Bradley

Age: 21
From: Isle of Man
Occupation: Student
Instagram: stevie_bradley1
Twitter: N/A

Ovie Soko

Age: 28
From: London
Occupation: Pro Basketball player
Instagram: oviesoko
Twitter: N/A

Marvin Brooks

Age: 29
From: Bournemouth
Occupation: Personal trainer and ex Royal Navy officer
Instagram: marvinbrooks
Twitter: N/A

Dan Rose

Age: 21
From: Essex
Occupation: Bathroom salesman
Instagram: danrose_
Twitter: N/A

George Rains

Age: 22
From: Essex
Occupation: Builder
Instagram: georgerainsofficial
Twitter: N/A

Dennon Lewis

Age: 22
From: Watford
Occupation: Professional footballer
Instagram: dennon_lewis
Twitter: N/A

Francesca Allen

Age: 23
From: Essex
Occupation: Clothing store manager
Instagram: francesca_allen
Twitter: N/A

Chris Taylor

Age: 28
From: Leicester
Occupation: Business development manager
Instagram: christophertaylorofficial
Twitter: N/A

Harley Brash

Age: 20
From: Newcastle
Occupation: Estate agent
Instagram: harley_brash

India Reynolds

Age: 28
From: Reading
Occupation: Model
Instagram: lovefromreyn

Greg O'Shea

Age: 24
From: Limerick
Occupation: Professional Rugby player
Instagram: gregoshea

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