Love Island makes history as it confirms first partially sighted contestant

Love Island has made history by announcing their first ever partially sighted contestant.

Speaking about his sight, Ron says: ‘On meeting me, you’d never know I am blind in one eye. It was the result of a football injury when I was 8; I went in for a header and got kicked in the face.

‘I’ve got two different coloured eyes, one blue and one green. It’s added to my character, there are so many people that are worse off than me. And if anything, losing something like that makes you realise that.’ The financial advisor continued: ‘It’s not hindered me in any shape or form. It’s a good conversation starter I must admit.’about the ITV2 show’s decision to sign Ron: ‘The casting team are excited by the signing. It’s a really positive move to have more diversity on-screen, especially as there are so few blind people on telly.Kiss goodbye to your social life as Love Island is back for its Winter 2023 series.

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