Jess Harding is a 25-year-old reality television personality and entrepreneur who has returned to the spotlight as a contestant on Love Island All Stars Season 3. Originally from London, she spent part of her childhood living in Spain before returning to the UK at the age of 10. Her background reflects a blend of international exposure and London roots, which she has previously referenced when discussing her outlook and independence. Before joining the All Stars edition, she first appeared on Love Island Season 10, the same season that also featured Whitney Adebayo.
During her initial time in the villa, Jess openly characterized her experience as challenging, describing it as emotionally uneven while navigating connections and setbacks. Her Season 10 storyline included an early pairing with Sammy Root, followed by periods apart and eventual reconciliation later in the series. By the sixth week, the pair had reunited, and their partnership ultimately led them to win the season. This trajectory made her one of the most recognizable figures from that installment of the show.
Beyond television, Jess has established herself as a business owner in the beauty and aesthetics sector. She runs Candy Aesthetics, a clinic based in West London that offers treatments such as lip filler and anti-wrinkle procedures. The clinic operates with a team of trained professionals, positioning Jess not only as a media personality but also as an active entrepreneur managing a growing business.
Her visibility from Love Island also led to fashion and beauty brand collaborations, including sponsored content on Instagram. While her exact financial standing has not been publicly confirmed, estimates place her net worth at £250,000 or higher, reflecting both her business activities and post-show opportunities.
Jess Harding’s Love Island Relationships and Life After the Villa
Following their Season 10 victory, Jess and Sammy Root announced their separation a few months after leaving the villa in 2023. The circumstances surrounding the breakup became public while Jess was traveling in Ibiza with friends. Sammy later addressed the situation on the Staying Relevant podcast, explaining that their relationship had ended after a series of intense phone conversations. He indicated that although strong words had been exchanged during arguments, he did not initially believe the relationship was definitively over until reports appeared in the press.