FIJI, OCEANIA: 'Love Island USA' Season 5 brought a new group of 10 singletons who are all ready to check in to a luxury villa in the tropical paradise of Fiji. The islanders will couple up before embarking on a series of challenges, including the arrival of new potential suitors, that will quickly put their budding relationships to the test this summer.
Hosted by Sarah Hyland and narrated by fan-favourite 'Love Island U.K.' announcer Iain Stirling, the premiere episode kept the viewers hooked to their seats. The islanders will also be visited by 'Vanderpump Rules' star Ariana Madix, who will make a guest appearance during the series' second week. However, among the singletons is Leonardo Dionicio who seeks true love in the latest season of the Peacock show.
Who is Leonardo Dionicio?
Leonardo hails from West Hartford, Connecticut. He is currently 21 years old and attended St. Thomas Moore high school. During his senior year, he received All-Conference honors and was named the captain of his baseball team. Leonardo currently works as a Salesman. His celebrity crush is Eva Mendes. Besides selling, Leonardo is also interested in singing. He even released his first single 'Make You Mine'. He is a social media personality with more than 5k Instagram followers. While the other details about Leonardo and his parents remain unknown, he shares a strong bond with his siblings. Their connection appears unbreakable, and Leonardo often offers glimpses of their shared memories on Instagram.
Leonardo Dionicio hails from a competitive athlete family
Leonardo comes from a family deeply rooted in athletics. His family tree boasts a diverse background of sporting excellence. Leonardo hails from a highly competitive household. He has a twin sister named Giovanna. She is currently showcasing her soccer skills at Yale University, bringing grace and talent to the field. Meanwhile, Leonardo's older brother, Danny Hussey, made his mark in the world of baseball, playing for UMass-Amherst. However, because of his family background, Leonardo knows what it takes to stand out from the crowd. As a Division I baseball player, his athletic prowess is undeniable. He played for the Dayton Flyers, a college baseball team for the University of Dayton in Ohio.
What is Leonardo Dionicio looking for on 'Love Island USA' Season 5?
Leonardo is looking for a woman with a 'beautiful smile' and a 'crazy physique.' He uses eye contact, funny sayings and the Spanish language to attract a love interest, and he believes that he is single because he can "see a red flag from a mile away." However, according to 'Love Island USA' Season 5 profile, Leonardo thinks men these days have trouble getting women because they rely on cheesy pickup lines.
'Love Island USA' Season 5 premiered on Peacock on Tuesday, July 18. During premiere week, new episodes will be available to stream every day at 9 pm ET. Subsequently, new episodes will be released on Thursdays through Tuesdays on Peacock.
