Who is Aaron Evans? Why the 'Love Island USA' Season 6 star quit a thriving real estate career

'Love Island USA' Season 6 contestant Aaron Evans is on the lookout for a fresh romance
'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Aaron Evans hails from the UK (Instagram/@aaronevans97_)
'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Aaron Evans hails from the UK (Instagram/@aaronevans97_)

SOUTHSEA, ENGLAND: 'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Aaron Evans is ready to embark on a journey of love and romance in a picturesque Fiji villa. Aaron currently works as a deckhand on a yacht. However, he previously worked in the real estate industry before transitioning to his current role.

According to his LinkedIn, Aaron earned a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering from the University of Portsmouth. Following his graduation, Aaron joined Tyron Ash Real Estate as a Real Estate Agent. He later served as a Client Director at another real estate firm.

However, Aaron ditched his thriving estate agent career to work in the cellar area on a yacht. In his first week on the job, he made waves by becoming involved with a stewardess, making it a memorable start to his new role.

Aaron is also active on Cameo, where he charges $1 for a text message and $25 for a personalized video. Beyond his roles as a fitness influencer and podcast host, he uses his platform to share life-changing advice on his podcast channel. Aaron's rise to fame began after winning the UK version of 'The Traitors' and later appearing on Channel 4's 'First Dates'.

Despite his previous successes, Aaron has chosen to avoid participating in the UK version of 'Love Island' and instead seeks American love, a decision that has stirred controversy. Even before the premiere of the Peacock show, Aaron is facing backlash for his involvement in the USA version of the dating show.

'Love Island USA' contestant Aaron Evans is a mama's boy (YouTube/
'Love Island USA' contestant Aaron Evans is a mama's boy (YouTube/@loveislandusa)

'Love Island USA' star Aaron Evans gives 'The Traitor UK' prize to his mom

'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Aaron Evans won around $1,09,931 and split the prize pot with his fellow faithful Meryl Williams and Hannah Byczkowski. Despite his share of the final amount being around $33,000, Aaron claimed to be 'broke', despite winning the significant cash prize.

Aaron gave all his money to his mother but later had to ask back for $3k. He shared during his appearance on Channel 4's 'First Dates', "Well, I gave her the £33 grand and then asked for three grand back because I was skint."

'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Aaron Evans gives 'The Traitor UK' prize to his mom (Instagram/@aaronevans97_)
'Love Island USA' Season 6 islander Aaron Evans gave 'The Traitor UK' prize to his mother (Instagram/@aaronevans97_)

Aaron Evans explores romance with Laura in Channel 4's 'First Dates'

Aaron Evans is looking for a partner in 'Love Island USA' Season 6 following his unsuccessful dating experience on Channel 4's 'First Dates'. Aaron met Laura, a college student, and shared a delightful evening. However, things didn't work out between the two and they decided not to move further in the relationship.

However, Laura was unaware of Aaron's fame, leading to her surprise when a fellow diner approached him for a selfie during their date. The pair bonded over their shared ADHD diagnosis, excitedly realizing that they both wore special fidget rings on their fingers.

Aaron Evans explores romance with Laura in Channel 4's 'First Dates' (YouTube/@Channel4)
Aaron Evans explores romance with Laura in Channel 4's 'First Dates' (YouTube/@channel4)

'Love Island USA' Season 6 will premiere on Tuesday, June 11 at 9 pm ET on Peacock.

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