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Aussie tradie and Love Island star revealed as mystery man in sexy ad with Martha Stewart

An Aussie tradie has been revealed as the sexy mystery man who appeared opposite the iconic Martha Stewart in a leaked video.

An Aussie tradie was left “buzzing” after his recent sexy encounter with domestic goddess Martha Stewart.

The US powerhouse starred in a sultry ad campaign for Rexona’s new Whole Body Deodorant last week, turning up the heat in a cheeky TV commercial with a mystery man.

The tall, dark and handsome suitor’s face was not shown in the ad, just his chiselled torso displayed from under a satin robe that matched Stewart’s silky negligee.

But today, news.com.au can exclusively reveal the man’s identity as Gold Coast-based electrician Tommy Armour, who also appeared on Season 6 of Love Island Australia last year.

“Honestly, still pinching myself,” he exclusively tells news.com.au. “I was on a job site just over a year ago, and now I’m filming next to Martha Stewart talking about my feet for Rexona’s new Whole Body Deodorant – life’s wild.”

Martha Stewart filmed the ad with Tommy Armour at the iconic Crypto Castle in Sydney back in May.
Martha Stewart filmed the ad with Tommy Armour at the iconic Crypto Castle in Sydney back in May.
Gold Coast electrician Tommy Armour’s identity was not revealed until today. Picture: Simon Harsent @sharsent. Production company: The Pool Collective @thepoolcollective
Gold Coast electrician Tommy Armour’s identity was not revealed until today. Picture: Simon Harsent @sharsent. Production company: The Pool Collective @thepoolcollective

Indeed, Armour’s feet were also front and centre in the ad, as Rexona’s new Whole Body Deodorant promises to tackle odour from head to toes. But it didn’t bother him being the face behind the foot.

“I’ve always been up for a laugh and keen to put myself out there, so when Rexona came knocking, I was all in,” he says. “Turns out, my toes have been waiting for their big break.”

Armour secretly filmed the ad in May when Stewart was in Sydney to headline an event at the Vivid Festival. The duo filmed the footage inside the landmark Crypto Castle in South Coogee – and both had to keep the project under wraps until last week.

Now that the cat’s out of the bag, Armour’s phone has been ringing off the hook. His mates became “suss when I kept dodging questions” about flying to Sydney for a shoot. He simply told them he was “working on something fresh”, which turned out to be true.

Armour had to keep the cheeky ad under wraps from family and friends until today.
Armour had to keep the cheeky ad under wraps from family and friends until today.

“The reactions have been hilarious, my phone hasn’t stopped,” he tells us. “I’ve had mates sending screenshots, my mum asking if I’m famous now, and way too many jokes about my feet.”

“Never thought I’d be known for my feet, but hey, if the foot fits … I’ll take it! Honestly, it’s been such a fun ride. Working with Martha and Rexona, and being part of something this unexpected has been a real pinch-me moment.”

The ultimate highlight of the experience was filming alongside Stewart – a model, mogul, influencer whose TV shows, lifestyle books, magazines and product lines have helped make her the first self-made female billionaire in US history.

“She’s a total icon. I always thought she was classy and kind of the queen of all things home and lifestyle, but I didn’t realise how funny she was until I met her,” Armour says.

“Honestly, I was starstruck. Everyone was. She’s such a professional, and smelt amazing, by the way. We had a good laugh on set, and surprisingly great chemistry as you can see from the teaser clip! I wasn’t expecting to vibe with her as much as I did, but she’s a legend.”

Armour also made sure he was primed and ready for his encounter with the iconic star, even putting his “schnittys on pause for a few weeks” in preparation for the role. But for him, it was more about “smelling good than looking shredded” for the ad.

“Rexona Whole Body Deodorant gives you odour protection from top to toe, and when your foot’s going to be inches from Martha Stewart’s face, you want to smell on point. Pedicures, the lot!” he says.

Armour is no stranger to the spotlight. In 2024, he appeared on Season 6 of Love Island Australia, only to shock his fellow Islanders when he chose to leave three days later after failing to finding a connection.

The Gold Coast sparky also appeared on Love Island Australia last year.
The Gold Coast sparky also appeared on Love Island Australia last year.
Armour was nicknamed “Egg Man” on the dating show for his unique party trick. Picture: Nine
Armour was nicknamed “Egg Man” on the dating show for his unique party trick. Picture: Nine
Armour left the show after three days for failing to find a connection. Picture: Nine
Armour left the show after three days for failing to find a connection. Picture: Nine

He still made an impact on the dating program, gained attention for his unique party trick of eating whole raw eggs – shell included. His party trick has now gone viral on TikTok, and the loveable larrikin has earned the nickname “Egg Man”.

So did he show this trick to culinary expert Stewart while they were filming in Sydney?

“I wanted to, trust me. But no, I reckon she would’ve critiqued my yolk control. Maybe next time.”

And he’s hoping there is a next time …

“Maybe it’s time to go from foot model to hand model, hey Rexona?” he jokes when asked what’s next for him.

“But mostly, I’m out here feeling fresh, having fun, trying new things, and bringing good energy wherever I go.”

Originally published as Aussie tradie and Love Island star revealed as mystery man in sexy ad with Martha Stewart

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