Josip Ercegović (43) from Bilice near Šibenik became known to the audience as a charming farmer in RTL’s show Love is in the country. From the beginning of the show, he distinguished himself as a true seducer – RTL states that he “showed his charm” and became one of the most notable candidates of the season. In addition to his television popularity, Josip is an avid diver and owner of his own business for underwater works. He already spent his childhood by the sea, which became his greatest love. Twenty-five years later, that adrenaline brought him numerous successes, but also dangers – he drowned almost several times and had to swim to the surface without air.
- Age and Origin: 43 years old (born in 1982), Bilice near Šibenik.
- Occupation: Professional diver and owner of a business for underwater work. He also takes care of family olive groves and the garden, and in his free time he likes to go fishing.
- Passions: A lover of travel and cooking. He likes Asia and especially Thailand the most (he has been there five times). He would always welcome his girlfriend with a special dish – he likes to prepare oysters, seafood specialties and meat delicacies.
- Family life: He has a 13-year marriage behind him, from which he has two children. After the divorce, he was alone for a long time, but he believes that the moment has arrived for a new love.
- Media presence: He is a participant in the 18th season of the popular RTL show Love is in the country (2025), where the audience remembers him for his cheerful personality and laughter.
Professional and personal profile
Josip grew up near the Adriatic from a young age, so the sea took him to an unusual job – professional diving in murky waters, connecting sewage and work “below the surface”. As he himself describes, “I enter the dark sea where you can see nothing and do nothing”. After working in a diving company for many years, he started his own business for underwater works. This demanding job also brought him dramatic moments: several times he almost lost air under the water. However, he is described as a hearty and always cheerful man, which is confirmed by RTL’s profile – he is not too “nice or handsome, but he was always lucky with women”. In his description, he points out that he is sociable, communicative and adaptable, and sometimes stubborn.
Journeys and new experiences particularly attract Josip: he fell in love with Asia with his ex-wife, and became a “world traveler”. He says he loves exploring other cultures and enjoying exotic food. Of all the destinations, his favorite is Thailand – “the weather there makes me happy, I love the sun, the beach and top-quality food”. In addition, he is a great lover of cooking: he grew up with his mother and father in the kitchen, completed various culinary educations and often prepares dinners for friends. She likes seafood specialties, so she believes that a special lady will always enjoy the oysters she prepares for her.
hobbies and interests
In addition to diving, Josip spends time with the garden and the olive grove and hangs out with friends. Fishing is another favorite activity for him when he is not at sea. The adventurous spirit is also manifested in hobbies – on the property he often goes out into nature and plays darts recreationally. Cooking is his passion; Sam says that he likes food from the extreme, so he attended many culinary courses to perfect his skills. In addition, he has a sense of humor, which many women love – I admitted that his partners love him for his charm and wit more than for his appearance.
private life
Josip comes from Dalmatia and is close to a family atmosphere. He was in a 13-year marriage that, as he says, brought him the greatest love of his life – two children. After the divorce, he did not enter into serious relationships for a long time. He announced in the media that he was looking for an unconventional and adventurous partner ready to compromise. He is open to new chapters in his life: “It’s time to meet someone with whom I will settle down”. In his hometown, he is respected for his warmth and “good food” that he often shares – according to the infovodice portal, Vodice will pay special attention to his participation in the show, because “many remember him for his warm personality, good spiza and laughter”.
Participation in the show Love is in the country
In 2025, Joseph became one of the most popular farmers of the new season of the show Love is in the country. He showed his exquisite taste for romance with his cameras – he prefers girls with an adventurous spirit who like to travel and good food. He admitted that in love he would rather play on passion than make spectacular gestures, preferring everyday trifles of tenderness. In the studio, he often charmed the candidates with witty remarks, which is why the media often referred to him as “Dalmatian Casanova”. Despite this, he says that honesty and common values are more important to him than physical appearance. His performance caused a lot of attention – the viewers commented on his warm personality and adventurous spirit, and RTL’s portal points out that he managed to convey his love for life precisely through details such as preparing oysters for courtship.
Conclusion
Josip Ercegović combined professional determination and romantic spirit in his life. As a diver who survived impossible situations and as an adventurer who loves to host known and unknown flavors of Dalmatian cuisine, he gives the impression of a man open to new loves and challenges. His story – from Bilica and the depths of the sea to the television screen – fascinates viewers. Do you want to find out if Joseph will find a soul mate and above all – how his culinary and diving passion will contribute to the love story – follow the upcoming episodes Love is in the country and Joseph’s life path.
