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Maya Jama steps down as host of reality TV show Love Island
- On Sunday, Maya Jama announced she is stepping down as Love Island UK host after nine series, sharing the news via Instagram on November 8, 2026.
- Jama joined Love Island UK in 2023, succeeding Laura Whitmore, and expanded her role to include spin-offs Love Island Games and Love Island: All Stars during her tenure.
- In her Instagram message, Jama wrote, "All good things must come to an end," explaining it is time to "throw myself into something new" after her nine-series run.
- An ITV spokesperson called Jama a "fantastic and much-loved host," while confirming her replacement will be announced in the coming weeks before Love Island: All Stars launches in January in South Africa.
- Beyond hosting, Jama has starred in Netflix's The Gentlemen and competed on The Celebrity Traitors, while her company MIJ & Co Entertainment Ltd is valued at more than £4 million.
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The Independent (US)Celebrity Traitors star Maya Jama quits as Love Island host after three years
Maya Jama took over as host of the ITV show from Laura Whitmore in 2023
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Maya Jama announces she has quit as host of Love Island
Maya Jama has announced she is stepping down as host of Love Island. The UK presenter joined Love Island UK in Season 9 in 2023 after host Laura Whitmore stepped down. The Celebrity Traitors star posted a statement on her social media announcing that 'all good things come to an end' as she shares that […]
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