While four couples will be trying to figure out whether they have what it takes to reject temptation and leave “Temptation Island” together stronger than they arrived, there are 16 singles also looking to leave paired up and in love.
This season, there are eight single men and eight single women trying to find their new love, and that could mean that the couples may go home with someone other than who they arrived with.
Let’s Meet “Temptation Island” Season 5 Singles!
Let’s start with the ladies. Get ready, because there’s lots of spiciness, heat, confidence and competitiveness here just waiting to enter the room.
Alexius Adams, 25, from Dallas, Texas, is a patient coordinator at a med spa who wears her heart on her sleeve. Her dating history is rocky with emotionally unavailable men, so she’s ready to connect on an emotional level with someone new.
Desiree Almeida, 26, is a nutritionist from Los Angeles, California. She’s a hopeless romantic who’s ready to fall in love with her soulmate; someone who’s mature and checks all her specific boxes.
Wellington, Florida resident Abby Bryan, 22, just got out of a three-year relationship and is ready to find someone new. She needs someone who is able to handle her larger-than-life personality and elaborate lifestyle. Being super competitive means she’s not going to shy away from a challenge.
Marjorie Guaracho, 27, from Boca Raton, Florida is driven by her career in real estate. She’s always put her career before all else, including a relationship. Now, she’s ready to open up to an emotionally stable partner who also exhibits the alpha energy she desires.
Raleigh, North Carolina resident, Tia Hairston, 26, is a sweet southern bartender who’s studying for her Master’s degree in sports journalism. She’s flirty, has a big personality and doesn’t care who’s toes she has to step on to get her man.
Marketing student and dance teacher, Makayla Halstead, 24, lives in Albany, Oregon. She’s a free spirit who has called herself a “ghoster” in the past. She’s been single for three years and is now ready to commit to the right man – someone independent and passionate.
Tamie Lawson, 28, resides in Los Angeles, California and works as a freelancer. She’s a self-assured artist and feels she’s what every guy wants and needs. She’s hoping to leave the island with someone who’s tall, dark and handsome.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida resident, Nafeesah Terry, 25, works in real estate and said she knows how to get men to fall in love. Her feisty attitude and unapologetic approach to flirting really embraces temptation.
Time To Meet The Single Men!
Now for the men who are ready to win over their new loves.
Sebastian Barraza, 28, is a personal trainer from Miami, Florida. He’s a mama’s boy, family oriented and looking for his plus-one. He’s had his heart broken before and is seeking a partner who will help him to open up emotionally.
Kristian Barbarich, 28, is the CEO of a sunglasses company from New Zealand but currently living in Los Angeles, California. Single for two years, he jokes around that his house is a revolving door of women. He’s hoping to leave the island with the girl of his dreams.
Griffin Grady, 24, is a golf caddy and high school football coach. He’s a charming Midwesterner who finds it easy to connect with people on a deeper level. His big love is football, but he’s also ready to find a woman to love.
Brice Robinson, 25, from Las Vegas, Nevada, is in solar sales and a social butterfly. He’s 6-foot-5 and uses his height as a conversation starter with the ladies. His only serious relationship ended when he was cheated on and is ready to find love on the island.
Tahjicc Smith, 24, is an independent shoe retailer who lives in Dallas, Texas. Growing up in a single mom household has given him a hardworking spirit and selflessness that sets him apart from other men his age. His outgoing personality is large and in charge and he can’t wait to show the ladies that the grass is greener on his side.
Ramsey, New Jersey resident, Christian Tesoreiro, 23, is the charmer of the group. His flirting has gotten him in trouble in the past, but when he falls in love, he falls hard. He’s trying to overcome trust issues and find his perfect match.
Michael Zappa, 30, an aerospace engineer from San Diego, California, is confident and determined and isn’t afraid of going after what he wants. He values his small-town roots and the importance of family. He’s ready to find love.
What Lengths Will The Singles Have To Go To For True Love?
While the couples may have it in their minds that they’ll be able to prove to their significant other that they are leaving “T.I.” stronger and more focused on each other, the singles have an entirely different view on what’s about to happen this season.
They’ve made it clear, no one will get in the way of what they want, and they’ll certainly be bringing the temptation necessary to leave the island with their new man or woman.
Tahjjic has already shared a warning for the couples, “I have stolen some girls in the past, some intentional, some unintentional. And I plan on stealing some girls on this island, so couples, y’all watch out!”