Set in the early 1600s, the series revolves around shipwrecked English navigator John Blackthorne, as he washes up on the shores of Japan, as it stands on the brink of a century-defining civil war.
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Now living in London, Mal is hoping to find romance in the villa, and already has her eye on a few of the boys - which will certainly ruffle a few feathers in the couples! Here’s everything you need to know about Mal.
Mal Nicol – key factsAge: 25
Job: Picture researcher
Instagram: @mallurpaal
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