Scottish lad Jay Younger has been dumped from the Love Island villa

While in a couple with Chyna Mills

Author: Hazel ScottPublished 12th Jul 2022
Last updated 12th Jul 2022

Things always heat up in the villa when Love Island gets a new bombshell, and it was no different when the first Scottish Islander of the 2022 series, Jay Younger joined the other Islanders along with Remi Lambert. Jay got to know several of the girls before ending up in a couple with Chyna Mills after the Casa Amor recoupling, and the pair were dumped from the Island in Monday 11th July's episode.

After viewers votes for the best couple were taken into consideration, Dami Hope and Summer Botwe, and Jay and Chyna were left in the bottom two couples. It was a dramatic episode as the other Islanders were forced to choose one couple to dump from the Island, and after some deliberation, Jay and Chyna were sent home.

Speaking about the whole experience, Jay said it was: "Incredible. An amazing experience and I’m so grateful and feel so lucky to have experienced it," and on leaving the villa he added: "I feel like it was my time."

He also revealed his predictions for who will win Love Island, saying: "I would say Davide and Ekin-Su. They’ve really done well."

Although he has now left the villa, you can still get to know the Scottish lad and we've put together a list of everything you need to know about Jay, including his height, his occupation and why he decided to go on the show.

Who is Jay Younger?

Jay is one of the bombshells to enter the 2022 villa. He says he entered Love Island as he is: "At the point in my life where it would be quite fun to find someone and have fun along the way. And doing it in Mallorca and in the Villa would be a great opportunity, so why not?"

He added that he plans to "bring a lot of fun" and revealed: "I am very competitive, so I wouldn’t be afraid to go after a girl if I wanted them."

He also revealed the reason he is still single, saying: "I’ve just been very indecisive. I think I am just not one to settle down easily." And he added that his dating history had been: "Very unpredictable."

Touching on what makes him a catch, Jay revealed: "I think I genuinely have what most females want. I’ve got a good job, I think I am a good looking lad and I have a lot of fun so I feel like I could add a lot of value to their lives if they add a lot of value to mine."

Where is Jay Younger from?

Jay is from Edinburgh. As well as being Scottish, he is also half-Italian.

How old is Jay Younger?

As of 2022, Jay is 28-years-old.

Who was Jay in a couple with on Love Island?

During his time on Love Island, Jay was in a couple with Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, Paige Thorne, Danica Taylor and Chyna Mills.

Check out all of the couples from this season of Love Island.


Paige and Adam

Just hours after the pair went 'exclusive', Paige chose to couple up with Adam.

Tasha and Andrew

Despite a tough few weeks, it looks like Tasha and Andrew are now on cloud 9, especially now they are officially girlfriend and boyfriend.

Gemma and Luca

It looks like Gemma and Luca are going all the way together, with Gemma once again choosing to couple up with the fish monger.

Ekin-Su and Davide

The 'married couple' of this year's Love Island are becoming more and more loved by fans! The pair are now 'exclusive'.

Indiyah and Dami

Despite getting his name wrong on a number of occasions, Indiayh was quick to recouple with Dami.

Danica and Jamie

It safe to say Danica hasn't had the best of luck in the villa, but could new boy Jamie change things?

Lacey and Deji

After making a connection in just a few days, Lacey chose to couple up with Deji.

Nathalia and Reece

After Danica chose to couple with Jamie, Reece was the only boy left for Nathalia to pick.


Paige and Adam

Former Islander Adam Collard made a shock return to the villa and he was quick to express his interest in getting to know Paige.


After Jacques decided to leave the villa, Adam chose to couple up with Paige.

Tasha and Andrew

Despite both returning from Casa Amor with new people, Tasha and Andrew put their differences aside and recoupled. Tasha also asked Andrew to be her official boyfriend, making them the first official couple of 2022.

Gemma and Luca

Another week together for Gemma and Luca, with the pair even saying the 'L' word.

Indiyah and Dami

Although these two arrived back from Casa Amor coupled with new people, they quickly realised how strong their feelings actually are for each other.

Ekin-Su and Davide

Despite a small hiccup when Davide confessed he couldn't trust Ekin-Su, the pair talked things out and recoupled, much to the delight of fans.

Danica and Billy

Although it's very early days for Danica and Billy, we think these two could have something!

Summer and Josh

Despite arriving back from Casa Amor with Dami and Danica, both Summer and Josh quickly realised they had no connection, and decided to couple up during the seventh recouping.

Coco and Deji

Coco and Deji coupled up on a friendship basis.


Gemma and Luca

After both staying loyal during Casa Amor, Gemma and Luca recoupled, looking happier than ever!

Paige and Jacques

Despite Jacques getting to know new girl Cheyanne during Casa Amor week, the rugby player chose to stick with Paige. As Paige also arrived back single, the pair remain a couple. But will Paige be able to forgive Jacques?

Ekin-Su and Davide

Fans were thrilled when both Ekin-Su and Davide chose to stick with each other! Despite Davide kissing new girl Mollie during Casa Amor week, he admitted he has a better connection with Ekin.

Tasha and Billy

Tasha chose to bring back new boy Billy to the main villa, despite admitting her feelings for Andrew before Casa Amor.

Coco and Andrew

Andrew also chose to recouple, picking new girl Coco. However, we get the feelings this isn't the end for Andrew and Tasha.

Summer and Dami

Shocking his fellow Islanders, Dami coupled up with new girl Summer after finding a connection during Casa Amor week.

Indiyah and Deji

Indiyah also chose to recouple, bringing back new boy Deji. Despite both Dami and Indiyah recoupling, the pair didn't look best pleased with each other.

Danica and Josh

Single girl Danica coupled up with model Josh, bringing him back into the main villa.

Chyna and Jay

Single boy Jay also seemingly found a connection with new girl Chyna.


Luca and Gemma

These two are getting stronger and stronger and once again recoupled.

Ekin-Su and Davide

Despite their explosive row a number of weeks ago, it's been clear that Ekin-Su and Davide still have some chemistry, with Ekin-Su deciding to couple up with the Italian.

Paige and Jacques

Paige and Jacques were reunited after her week with Jay.

Tasha and Andrew

Despite their argument following the heart rate challenge, Tasha chose to couple up with Andrew.

Indiyah and Dami

Indiyah and Dami recoupled once again after enjoying their first date the week before.

Antigoni and Charlie

Greek beauty Antigoni chose to couple up with Charlie, after not yet finding a connection with anybody.


Gemma & Luca

After spending the week uncoupled due to Danica, Luca and Gemma were reunited during the fourth recoupling when Luca chose to couple up with her.

Paige and Jay

Scottish lad Jay took a risk during the fourth recoupling, picking Paige, despite her seemingly being happy with Jacques.

Danica and Jacques

With Jay picking Paige, Jacques was left with the only girl remaining, Danica. The pair are now in a friendship couple.

Ekin-Su and Charlie

New boy Charlie enjoyed dates with both Ekin-Su and Tasha during his first few days in the villa, but it was Ekin-Su he chose to couple up with.

Tasha and Andrew

Despite Tasha admitting she was keen to get to know new boy Charlie, after he chose Ekin-Su, Andrew recoupled with Tasha, much to the disappointment of the rest of the boys.

Indiyah and Dami

After getting to know each other more following the departures of Ikenna and Amber, Indiyah and Dami have now officially coupled up.

Antigoni and Davide

Despite kissing Danica in the build up to the recoupling, Davide shocked the group when he chose to couple up with Antigoni.


Danica and Luca

New girl Danica arrived into the villa and immediately caused drama, choosing to couple up with Luca, despite him declaring he was happy with Gemma.

Gemma and Davide

After new girl Danica coupled up with Luca, Gemma was forced to pick another boy. She chose Davide on a friendship basis.

Paige and Jacques

After a successful week of getting to know each other, Paige chose to couple up with Jacques.

Ekin-Su and Jay

Following their secret kiss earlier in the week, which led to a huge row with Davide, Eki-Su chose to couple up with new boy Jay.

Tasha and Andrew

Following their night in the Hideaway last week, Tasha and Andrew are going from strength to strength.

Amber and Dami

Amber chose to couple up with Dami, but just hours later, Dami seemingly expressed interest in Indiyah.

Indiyah and Ikenna

Indiyah stuck with her man Ikenna, despite gaining attention from new boy Remi, meaning Remi was sent home.


Gemma and Luca

Luca chose to couple up with Gemma, leaving Paige single.

Ekin-Su and Davide

Davide was torn between Ekin-Su and Gemma, but after Luca chose Gemma, the Italian coupled up with Ekin-Su.

Amber and Dami

Dami was full of praise for Amber, choosing to continue in their pairing.

Indiyah and Ikenna

Indiyah and Ikenna also stayed together during the second recoupling, with Ikenna admitting he's keen to get to know Indiyah more.

Tasha and Andrew

After a successful first week together, Andrew once again chose to couple up with Tasha.


Indiyah and Ikenna

The public paired Indiyah with Ikenna on Day 1.

Paige and Luca

The public paired Paige with Luca on Day 1.

Amber and Dami

The public paired Amber with Dami on Day 1.

Tasha and Andrew

The public paired Tasha with Andrew on Day 1.

Gemma and Liam

The public paired Gemma with Liam on Day 1.

What does Jay Younger do as a job?

Jay studied economics and finance at Heriot-Watt University and now works as an Investment Analyst for Aubrey Capital Management.

How tall is Jay Younger?

He looked pretty tall when he walked in the villa, and he measures 5ft11 (180cm).

Does Jay Younger have a famous relative?

Gemma Owen isn't the only one with football claims to fame in the villa, as it turns out Jay's late grandfather Tommy Younger was a goalkeeper for Liverpool, Hibs, and Falkirk, as well as being captain of Scotland back in the 1950s.

How can I follow Jay Younger on social media?

Jay is on Instagram at @jayyounger_

Jay is on Twitter at @JayYounger_

Jay is on TikTok at @jayyounger_

Who did Jay Younger enter the villa with?

On Tuesday 14th, we also saw English model Remi Lambert enter the villa, who said: "I feel like I’m going to bring the goofy vibe, the fun vibe that everyone needs and the chilled person that everyone can talk to if anything is wrong."

Love Island is available to watch on ITV2 at 9pm every night and you can catch up on all episodes on ITV Hub and BritBox.

Check out this year's Islanders:

Paige Thorne

Age: 24
From: Swansea
Occupation: Paramedic

Dami Hope

Age: 26
From: Dublin
Occupation: Senior Microbiologist

Indiyah Polack

Age: 23
From: London
Occupation: Hotel Waitress

Liam Llewellyn

Age: 22
From: Newport, South Wales
Occupation: Masters Student (Strength and Conditioning)

Tasha Ghouri

Age: 23
From: Thirsk
Occupation: Model and Dancer

Davide Sanclimenti

Age: 27
From: Rome, Italy (Lives in Manchester)
Occupation: Business Manager

Gemma Owen

Age: 19
From: Chester
Occupation: International Dressage Rider and Business Owner

Ikenna Ekwonna

Age: 23
From: Nottingham
Occupation: Pharmaceutical Sales

Andrew Le Page

Age: 27
From: Guernsey
Occupation: Real Estate Agent

Amber Beckford

Age: 24
From: London
Occupation: Nanny

Luca Bish

Age: 23
From: Brighton
Occupation: Fishmonger

Afia Tonkmor

Age: 25
From: London
Occupation: Lounge Host at a Private Members Club

Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu

Age: 27
From: Essex
Occupation: Actress

Jacques O’Neill

Age: 23
From: Cumbria
Occupation: Professional Rugby League Player

Jay Younger

Age: 28
From: Edinburgh
Occupation: Investment Analyst

Remi Lambert

Age: 22
From: Manchester
Occupation: Model

Danica Taylor

Age: 21
From: Leicester
Occupation: Dancer

Antigoni Buxton

Age: 26
From: Cyprus/London
Occupation: Singer/songwriter

Charlie Radnedge

Age: 28
From: London
Occupation: Real Estate Development

Cheyanne Kerr

Age: 23
From: Barnsley
Occupation: Cabin Crew

Chyna Mills

Age: 23
From: Leeds
Occupation: Youth Support Worker

Jazmine Nichol

Age: 21
From: Newcastle
Occupation: Nightclub Manager

Mollie Salmon

Age: 23
From: Southampton
Occupation: Make-up artist

Summer Botwe

Age: 23
From: Hertfordshire
Occupation: Events Decor Business Co-owner

Coco Lodge

Age: 27
From: Surrey
Occupation: Graphic designer/ring girl/shot girl

Jack Keating

Age: 23
From: Dublin
Occupation: Social Media Marketing

George Tasker

Age: 23
From: Cotswolds
Occupation: Labourer

Deji Adeniyi

Age: 25
From: Bedford
Occupation: Accounts Manager

Billy Brown

Age: 23
From: Surrey
Occupation: Roofing Company Director

Josh Samuel Le Grove

Age: 22
From: Essex
Occupation: Model

Samuel Agbiji

Age: 22
From: Manchester
Occupation: Model

Adam Collard

Age: 26
From: Newcastle
Occupation: Personal Trainer

Lacey Edwards

Age: 25
Occupation: Dancer

Jamie Allen

Age: 27
Occupation: Footballer at Halifax Town

Nathalia Campos

Age: 23
Occupation: Social media influencer

Reece Ford

Age: 23
From: Coventry
Occupation: Model

Lacey Edwards

Age: 25
From: Swindon
Occupation: Professional Dancer

Nathalia Campos

Age: 23
From: Brazil
Occupation: Operations Manager/Content Creator

Jamie Allen

Age: 27
From: Preston
Occupation: Professional Footballer

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