Love Island All Stars' Lucinda Strafford’s age, ex-boyfriend and what series she’s from
29 January 2026, 16:29 | Updated: 30 January 2026, 13:33
Lucinda Strafford is in the villa for Love Island All Stars 2026. Here’s everything you need to know about the islander including her age, real name and what happened on her series.
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Love Island's Lucinda Strafford is back and ready to find love again - this time on All Stars, hoping that fourth time's a charm.
Viewers first met Lucinda in 2021, when she joined season 7 as a bombshell with Millie Court. Despite finding a few romantic connections in the villa, her time was brief and a few weeks later she was dumped.
Since then, Lucinda hasn't given up on finding love. She appeared on Love Island Australia in 2023 and then went on to win Love Island Games last year.
Here's a reminder of what she's been up to since her original villa debut, along with everything you need to know about her - including her age and where she’s from.
How old is Love Island All Stars' Lucinda Strafford?
Lucinda is now 26 years old. The first time she appeared on our TV screen she was 21.
Where is Love Island's Lucinda's from?
The brunette beauty is from the seaside coast of Brighton, south of England.
When was Lucinda Strafford first on Love Island?
Lucinda entered the Love Island UK villa in 2021 on day 9 of the series, and was then dumped on day 28 alongside Aaron Francis.
The duo were dumped after they were voted the least popular couple by the public, despite leaving together their romance didn't progress on the outside world.
When did Lucinda go on Love Island Australia?
In 2023, Lucinda went down under to continue her search for love on Love Island Australia series 5. She was the first contestant from Love Island UK to appear on the Australian version, and experienced a great reaction from viewers.
In the villa, she developed a romantic connection with Zac Nunn and stayed coupled up with him until the final. In Zac's public declaration in the final episode, he said: "As the days turned to weeks, I hope the weeks turn into a lifetime together. I love you, my Cinderella.”
In the end, they left the villa as runners-up losing out on the $50,000 prize money, but it seemed Lucinda had finally found her Prince Charming.
What happened with Love Island's Lucinda and Zac Nunns?
After the show, Lucinda and Zac made a huge effort to maintain their long‑distance relationship. Things even seemed to be getting serious, as Zac revealed his plans to tabloids about moving to the UK, he said: "Eventually I'm going to move in with Lucinda in the UK."
However, months later in February 2024 Zac announced they had split, telling fans he did “not feel too good about the situation".
What happened with Lucinda and Nathan Dawe?
Months after her split from Zac, rumours emerged that Lucinda was dating DJ Nathan Dawe. A source told tabloids: "They’re on holiday together in Dubai right now - it’s early days but they really like each other."
However, after going official for a few weeks, the short-lived romance came to an end for reasons that remain unknown. During an appearance the White Fox After Hours podcast, she said: “So I am recently single. You've actually just got to laugh or you will literally cry.”
She continued: “But to be honest, my ex boyfriend is like one of the best people ever, he is so lovely and so kind. A real gent. I feel like we will always be friends. He's a bit older as well. I feel like it's just way more mature, which I love.”
What is Love Island's Lucinda's Instagram?
You can find her here: @lucindastrafford
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