Carsten Bergersen is an American reality television personality and former Dairy Queen manager who rose to prominence as a contestant on season five of Love Island USA.
Known to viewers as “Bergie,” he and partner Taylor Smith secured third runner-up status, and his candid demeanor in the villa won him a devoted following on social media.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Carsten Bergersen
- Nickname: Carsten Bergersen
- Date of birth: August 31, 1999
- Age: 27 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Cottage Grove, Minnesota
- State of origin: Minnesota
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Reality star, social media influencer, former Dairy Queen manager
- Height: 6 ft (183 cm)
- Weight: 190 lb (86 kg)
- Parents: N/A
- Siblings: N/A
- Spouse: Not married
- Children: None
- Relationship status: In a relationship with Taylor Nicole Smith
- Net worth: $950,000
Early Life and Education
Carsten “Bergie” Bergersen (25 years old) was born on August 31, 1999, in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. He lost his mother at age four and credits his father and grandparents for his upbringing.
After graduating from Dakota State University in May 2023 with a degree in healthcare, he balanced work as a Dairy Queen general night manager and a group fitness instructor while completing his studies.
Personal Life
Carsten Bergersen has been open about his romantic aspirations, maintaining a journal of letters to his future partner. On Love Island USA season five, he coupled with Taylor Smith, and the two remain together off-camera. He is not married and has no children.
Career
Before appearing on reality television, Carsten Bergersen managed a Dairy Queen outlet by night and taught group fitness classes. He stands 6 ft tall and during his university days competed briefly as a defensive back for Dakota State’s football team, weighing in at 190 lb.
His television debut on Love Island USA in July 2023 gave him national exposure, and he leveraged that platform to grow his Instagram following to over 180,000. He has since explored opportunities in online content creation and brand partnerships.
Net worth
Carsten Bergersen now has an estimated net worth of at least $950,000.
Social Media
- Instagram: @bergielicious35
- TikTok: N/A
Filmography
- Love Island USA Season 5