Bio/Wiki
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Known for | Being a contestant on Love Island Season 7 (2025) |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 6' 3" (191 cm) |
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Eye Color | Black |
Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
Hometown | Oklahoma City, USA |
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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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Affair/Girlfriend | Clarke Carraway |
Career
Overview | Taylor Williams has made a name for himself as both an international model and an actor. Specializing in western and lifestyle commercials, he has worked with renowned brands such as Levi’s, Timberland, and Stetson. His modeling journey reached new heights when he was invited by Pharrell Williams to walk the Louis Vuitton runway in Paris, which paid homage to the American West. Taylor's cowboy background and authenticity were key factors in Pharrell’s choice of him for this significant event. |
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Love Island | In 2025, he became a contestant on Love Island USA Season 7. Initially paired with Olandria Carthen, his dynamics shifted during Casa Amor, where he formed a strong bond with Clarke Carraway. They chose to become an exclusive couple in the villa, even after their elimination. |
Advocacy | Passionate about acknowledging Black cowboy heritage, Taylor actively promotes this cultural identity through the Oklahoma Cowboys Foundation, which emphasizes education and preservation in the agricultural space. |
Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/taylor_williams.3/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
Taylor was raised on a 33-acre horse ranch, embracing a cowboy lifestyle from a young age. | |
His grandfather was recognized as the first Black cowboy to initiate a Pony Express relay race in Oklahoma. | |
From childhood, Taylor was immersed in rodeo culture, eventually becoming a rodeo competitor himself. | |
He became the president of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. while attending college, contributing to various organizations including the NAACP and the Black Student Association. | |
Taylor has a deep affection for horses and currently owns four. |