Move over, influencers – there's a new reality TV hopeful ready to find love (and possibly $50,000) in paradise! Krissy Bertone, a 25-year-old makeup artist with an entrepreneurial spirit and a TikTok following that could populate a small town, is the latest addition to Love Island: Australia Season 6. After unsuccessfully trying to snag a spot in Season 5 (persistence pays off, folks!), Krissy Bertone finally gets her chance to join 18 other singles in what can only be described as a romantic experiment meets summer camp for adults.
Love Island: Australia, the Down Under version of the global phenomenon, follows the tried-and-true format of throwing attractive singles into a luxury villa, where they must couple up or face elimination.
Between dramatic recouplings, steamy challenges, and enough plot twists to make Shakespeare jealous, this season promises to be a rollercoaster of emotions – and Krissy Bertone's here for the ride.
Meet Krissy Bertone, the latest addition to Love Island: Australia
Our half-Italian, half-Portuguese beauty brings more than just good genes (though those didn't hurt her chances of making the show). Born and raised in Western Australia, Krissy Bertone has built quite the resume before stepping into the villa. As a professional makeup artist, she knows her way around a glow-up – which might come in handy during those late-night villa drama sessions.
But wait, there's more! In true reality TV plot twist fashion, Krissy Bertone comes with some pre-show Love Island connections. She previously dated former contestant Andre Coutinho in late 2022, and their brief romance was immortalized in several TikTok videos. Sadly, their relationship lasted about as long as a Love Island coupling during Casa Amor week.
The woman beyond the reality tv screen
Before becoming a Love Island contestant, Krissy Bertone was already making waves in the digital world. With over 370,000 TikTok followers and 15 million likes, she's no stranger to public attention. Her content ranges from pranks to makeup tutorials, proving she can dish out the drama and look good while doing it.
She also had a YouTube channel, though it's been dormant for over a year. Perhaps she was too busy practicing her slow-motion villa entrance walk? Either way, her social media presence suggests she knows how to keep an audience entertained – a skill that will definitely come in handy in the villa.
When she's not looking for love on national television, Krissy Bertone keeps busy as the co-owner of Bertone Swimwear, a brand she started with her sister. Their mission statement claims to blend "the charm of Italy with the innovation of modern Australian fashion," which is a fancy way of saying they make really cute swimsuits. Perfect preparation for a show where swimwear is essentially business attire!
When she's not looking for love on national television, Krissy Bertone keeps busy as the co-owner of Bertone Swimwear, a brand she started with her sister. Their mission statement claims to blend "the charm of Italy with the innovation of modern Australian fashion," which is a fancy way of saying they make really cute swimsuits. Perfect preparation for a show where swimwear is essentially business attire!
What to expect from Krissy Bertone on Love Island: Australia?
Given her background in the beauty industry and social media, Krissy brings a unique combination of skills to Love Island: Australia. She's clearly comfortable in front of the camera, knows how to handle drama (hello, makeup artist life!), and isn't afraid to put herself out there – after all, this was her second attempt at getting on the show.
Plus, with her experience dating a former Islander, she might have some insider knowledge about navigating villa life. Although hopefully, she's learned from that experience and won't be recreating any TikTok couples content until after the show wraps!
Want to keep up with Krissy's Love Island: Australia journey? You can catch her on new episodes of Love Island: Australia, airing Monday through Thursday on 9Now. And if that's not enough Krissy content for you, her social media accounts are just a click away – though you might have to wait until after the show for her next viral TikTok!
With her mix of business savvy, social media know-how, and reality TV determination, Krissy might just be the contestant to watch this season. Whether she finds love, wins the cash prize, or simply adds "reality TV star" to her already impressive resume, one thing's for sure – she's not here to make up the numbers!
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