{"id":4067,"date":"2021-09-07T16:43:45","date_gmt":"2021-09-07T14:43:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1338437"},"modified":"2021-09-07T17:32:07","modified_gmt":"2021-09-07T15:32:07","slug":"ready-to-mingle-contestants-meet-sophia-and-the-12-guys-competing-for-love-or-money","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/ready-to-mingle-contestants-meet-sophia-and-the-12-guys-competing-for-love-or-money\/","title":{"rendered":"Ready to Mingle contestants: Meet Sophia and the 12 guys competing for love or money"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are they in it for love or money? <\/p>

By Grace Henry\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 07 September 2021 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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ITV\u2019s newest dating show, Ready to Mingle, has kicked off.<\/p>\n

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Hosted by Katherine Ryan, the show follows a single girl in her quest to find the perfect boyfriend, as 12 male suitors compete for her affections and the opportunity to share a \u00a350,000 cash prize.<\/p>\n

However, there\u2019s a twist, as some of these guys are already in relationships with ladies, who aren\u2019t too far away and are watching every move their boyfriend is making.<\/p>\n

As the single girl, Sophia Maria aged 24, and boys take residence in a stunning house in Devon for three weeks, she will get to know each boy through activities, games and dates. She\u2019ll eliminate a boy until one she feels is truly single remains.<\/p>\n

As the show continues, let\u2019s meet all the cast including Sophia herself, and the 12 guys competing for her love \u2013 some of whom are already in relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Sophia Maria<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>24<\/p>\n

From:<\/strong> Brighton and Hove<\/p>\n

Instagram: <\/strong>@sophiaadus<\/a><\/p>\n

Sophia said: \u201cThe day before, I\u2019d called things off with a guy I\u2019d been seeing for a few months, so it was weird timing. My housemate got me chocolates and flowers to cheer me up and then I got a message from ITV that evening and was like, \u2018This is amazing\u2019.\u201d<\/p>\n

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John Okafor<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""John\"<\/div>
Ready to Mingle contestant John Okafor<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:<\/strong> 22<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>London, lives in Leeds<\/p>\n

Job:<\/strong>\u00a0Semi-professional rugby player and masters student<\/p>\n

Instagram:\u00a0<\/strong>@johnokafor__<\/a><\/p>\n

John knows what he wants in a partner. When asked what he looks for, he had a very long list, saying: \u201cSomeone who is really sporty, she has to have a healthy lifestyle. She has to be fun and attractive \u2013 I like a girl with a nice bum. I\u2019m a pretty easy-going guy, I don\u2019t take things too seriously, I\u2019m not an intense person, so someone to match my energy and enjoy life with would be cool. Hair colour doesn\u2019t really bother me \u2013 I don\u2019t like to box myself off from all the fruits of the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Casey Sonnekus<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Ready to Mingle contestant Casey Sonnekus<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>22<\/p>\n

From:<\/strong> South Africa, lives in Bridgend<\/p>\n

Job:<\/strong> Railway worker<\/p>\n

Instagram:<\/strong> @cas_sonnekus<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cI\u2019m incredibly loyal, but if it\u2019s just about the sex, I\u2019d just do me. I can\u2019t help but get attention \u2013 I\u2019m what you\u2019d describe as confidence through the roof,\u201d Casey said when asked to describe the type of boyfriend he is.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Louie Akinwale<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Ready to Mingle contestant Louie Akinwale<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>27<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Essex<\/p>\n

Job: <\/strong>Model \/ handbag designer<\/p>\n

Instagram:<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s all about the confidence when it comes to Louie\u2019s ideal partner.<\/p>\n

When asked what he looks for in a partner, he said: \u201cConfidence and someone who carries themselves well. They have to be fashionable \u2013 I like someone who has their own sense of style and is a very bold character. They have to be outgoing and would also put me in my place when needed.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hakeem Amao<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Hakeem\"<\/div>
Hakeem Amao<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:<\/strong> 32<\/p>\n

From:<\/strong> London<\/p>\n

Job:<\/strong> Personal trainer<\/p>\n

Instagram: <\/strong>@hakeem_tru.physique<\/a><\/p>\n

Asked what he looks for in a partner, Akeem said ahead of his Ready to Mingle debut: \u201cSomeone adventurous and not scared to do fun and crazy things, such as deep-sea diving. I also like girls who are ambitious and super fit. Health and wellbeing is so key for me. Good lips are also a bonus.\u201d<\/p>\n

On the first episode, it\u00a0was revealed that Hakeem is in fact in a relationship with Naomie.<\/p>\n

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Malcolm Modele<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Malcolm\"<\/div>
Malcolm Modele<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:<\/strong> 32<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>Gloucester, lives in London<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Actor and entrepreneur<\/p>\n

Instagram<\/strong>: @malcolmmodele<\/a><\/p>\n

When it comes to Malcolm\u2019s physical type, he\u2019s looking for: \u201cSomeone who looks after themselves and is into fitness \u2013 that\u2019s a massive turn on for me.\u201d<\/p>

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Rudi Senghore<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Rudi\"<\/div>
Rudi Senghoe<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>27<\/p>\n

From:<\/strong> St Albans, lives in Essex<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Carpenter<\/p>\n

Instagram: <\/strong>@rudiseng_<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cI rate myself really highly. I\u2019m generous, selfless, most of the time and very supportive. I\u2019ve got loads of love to give and I\u2019m just an all- round good guy,\u201d Rudi said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Chris Baber<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Ready to Mingle contestant Chris Baber<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:<\/strong> 27<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>Newquay<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Electrical engineer<\/p>\n

Instagram:\u00a0<\/strong>@chris_baber<\/a><\/p>\n

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Asked what his ideal type is, Chris said: \u201cI\u2019m attracted to blondes. But I also look for the spark, that special connection and someone I can easily talk to.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Louis Hart<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Louis Hart<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:<\/strong> 24<\/p>\n

From:<\/strong> Newquay, lives in Devon<\/p>\n

Job:<\/strong> Property developer<\/p>\n

Instagram: <\/strong>@louishart__<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cI\u2019m trying not to expect anything. I liked the sound of the show because of the prize money. I\u2019m a competitive person, I don\u2019t like losing at all,\u201d Louis said of Ready to Mingle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Toby Bougouneau<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Toby Bougouneau<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>24<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Exeter, lives in Manchester<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Model<\/p>\n

Instagram: <\/strong>@7toby<\/a><\/p>\n

Toby describes himself as a \u201cchilled\u201d boyfriend, saying: \u201cI\u2019m chilled, just myself. I don\u2019t take things too seriously. I like to be friends first and not have the stress of telling each other what to do. I hate it when people say, \u2018You can\u2019t go out.\u2019 I\u2019m very much my own person and still want to see my friends. I like to think I\u2019m kind and patient, too.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Elliott Miles<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Ready to Mingle contestant Elliott Miles<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age: <\/strong>28<\/p>\n

From:\u00a0<\/strong>Hertfordshire<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Electrician<\/p>\n

Instagram:<\/strong> @elliottmiles14<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cHonesty, kindness\u201d and \u201csomeone who makes me laugh and enjoys making memories\u201d are the top qualities Elliott looks for in a potential partner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Drew Wedlake<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Drew\"<\/div>
Drew Wedlake<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age:\u00a0<\/strong>26<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>Bristol<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Professional boxer<\/p>\n

Instagram: <\/strong>@dwedlake<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cI thought the girl must be really fit if she\u2019s going to have that many blokes fighting over her. And I\u2019m really competitive so I want to win anything I get involved with. I was definitely interested in the cash prize, but it was more about winning the girl,\u201d Drew said when asked why he decided to sign up for the show.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Lewis Croker<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\""Ready\"<\/div>
Ready to Mingle contestant Lewis Croker<\/span><\/figcaption> ITV<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Age: <\/strong>24<\/p>\n

From: <\/strong>Somerset<\/p>\n

Job:\u00a0<\/strong>Firefighter<\/p>\n

Instagram:<\/strong> @<\/a>lewiscroker_<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cAny girl can be beautiful, but it depends on what she\u2019s like personality-wise and if we click. Having a good sense of humour is important, plus confidence,\u201d Lewis said.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Ready to Mingle airs on ITV2. Check out what else is on with our\u00a0TV Guide<\/a> <\/span><\/span>or visit our hub for more\u00a0Entertainment<\/a> news.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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