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</div><b>Name:</b>Laura Whitmore<br/><b>Age:</b>36<br/><b>Sexuality:</b>Heterosexual<br/><b>Hometown:</b>Bray, Ireland<br/><b>Date/Time:</b>Saturday, 3rd of July, 2021<br/><b>Location:</b>Villa Backyard<br/><b>Wearing:</b>Romper in picture and white/beige wedges<br/><b>Coupled With:</b>None | Host of show<br/><b>Tagging:</b>All Islanders<br/><hr class="bbc-hr bbc-hr--3"/><br/>Laura Whitmore, the host of the show Love Island, was talking to the cameraman following her about the gorgeous villa where the islanders will spend the summer. Her wedges clacked loudly on the freshly polished ground as she led the camera from the living room to the outside through the sliding glass door, which had been left open. The gossimy curtain billowed inside, thanks to a warm summer breeze. Laura disappeared through it.<br/><br/>She turned to address the camera, the pool glittering behind her, at the base of the steps. “It's bound to be a long, hot summer here at Love Island.” Her smile elongated and she turned again, stepping down the stairs and leading the camera to the backyard proper. She stopped at the bar and picked up a glass of refreshing lemonade, dotted in wet condensation. Bringing the glass to her lips, she took a thirst quenching sip and then let out an appreciative noise.<br/><br/>“We have found the hottest and naughtiest singles around and we've put them all in this brand new, luxury villa. In just six weeks time, your favorite couple will walk away with 50,000 pounds. Our lovely islanders are about to move in and meet the other islanders, who they will be spending all summer with. It's time to find out what we are in store for here at the villa. There are sure to be plenty of tears, loads of drama and hopefully plenty of love.” Her shoulders raised adorably at that last word.<br/><br/>Laura folded her arms over her chest, keeping her eyes on the back door as she waited for the islanders to arrive. “Now, it’s time to meet our sexy singles, who are most definitely ready to mingle. They will come out of the villa and step over here near me where there are hearts placed on the ground. Each islander will find their heart, which has their name on it, and stand by it until we're all here and ready to begin the coupling.” Laura waved at the top of the stairs, encouraging the first islander to come on down.<br/><br/><div style="text-align: center"><div class="bbCodeSpoiler">
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<i>Give us your name, and tell us what you do.<br/>
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Describe yourself in three words.<br/>
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Describe what you're like in bed in three words.<br/>
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What was your worst dating experience?<br/>
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What is the first thing you notice in someone you fancy?<br/>
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How would your ex describe you in three words?<br/>
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If you were an alcoholic drink, what would you be and why?<br/>
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What should we expect to see from you this summer in the villa?</i></div>
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