Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Olandria Lashae Carthen |
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| Nickname | Bama Barbie |
| Known For | Being a contestant on Love Island Season 7 (2025) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (170 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Decatur High School, Alabama |
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| College/University | Tuskegee University, Alabama |
| Degree | Bachelor degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Ethnicity | African American (Black) |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Career
| Summary | Olandria Carthen embarked on her professional journey after high school, taking on jobs to support her family. She initially worked as a billing specialist at VOLT Power LLC before continuing her path to success. Since 2022, she has taken on the role of sales associate at Otis Elevator Co., contributing to modernization projects for urban transport systems. In parallel, she has built her career as a freelance model. |
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| Reality TV Appearance | Her breakthrough came when she auditioned for Love Island USA Season 7 in 2025, becoming the first female contestant to enter the villa. She gained significant popularity on the show, eventually finishing as the first runner-up along with her partner, Nicolas 'Nic' Vansteenberghe. Her time on the show greatly expanded her social media presence, skyrocketing her from 13,000 to over two million Instagram followers. |
| Brand Collaborations | Olandria has modeled for renowned brands such as Kulani Kinis, NYX Professional Makeup, and Agua de Kefir. In August 2025, she signed with Digital Brand Architects, aiming to enhance her career beyond the digital landscape. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/x_olandria/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/profile.php | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@X_Olan |
| https://x.com/LashaeAsh | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/olandria-carthen-89954a194/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Olandria grew up in Decatur, Alabama, raised by a teen mom. | |
| Her father was imprisoned when she was two years old and returned home when she was 15. | |
| Despite studying in an underfunded school, she excelled academically. | |
| She was actively involved in student government and honor societies during high school. | |
| Olandria was the first in her family to attend college, choosing a historically Black university, Tuskegee University. |
