Former “Love Island” contestant, Harry Cooksley, has revealed that he is still without a job despite expecting lucrative endorsement deals and TV opportunities post-show. The 30-year-old, who previously played for Farnham Town FC, has returned to his football team after realizing that TV roles were not forthcoming as anticipated.

In contrast, his girlfriend, Shakira Khan, has secured a role on Gary Lineker’s new ITV challenge show, “The Box.” Cooksley took to TikTok to share his return to football, jokingly referring to it as his “day job” due to his ongoing unemployment status.

While Cooksley humorously acknowledged his Love Island runner-up status, Khan’s career seems to be flourishing post-villa, landing an opportunity on a prominent TV show. Reports suggest that ITV is capitalizing on the popularity of Love Island stars by featuring them in prime time TV programs.

Khan, who previously worked in marketing, expressed her desire for a committed relationship, stating that she is looking for a husband. Despite their differing career paths, Cooksley and Khan are navigating their relationship outside the villa, with Cooksley confirming their official status in response to a fan’s query on TikTok.

The couple’s journey post-Love Island continues to captivate fans, with Cooksley expressing gratitude for experiencing this new chapter with Khan by his side. The duo’s evolving relationship dynamics are under public scrutiny as they navigate the challenges of fame beyond the reality show realm.