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Maya Jama Steps Down as Love Island UK Host After Nine Seasons
Maya Jama is stepping down as host of Love Island UK after nine seasons across the show and its spin-offs.
The 32-year-old presenter announced her decision in an Instagram post on November 8.
She took over the ITV dating show in 2023 from Laura Whitmore.
Jama thanked viewers and the production team, saying she was grateful for her time on the show.
She said she is leaving to pursue something new, but did not give details about what comes next.
ITV thanked Jama for her work and wished her success.
A replacement host has not been announced, and Love Island: All Stars is set to return in 2027.
Maya Jama has announced that she is stepping down as host of Love Island.
The 32-year-old presenter said she wanted to take a leap and try something new.
Jama hosted the ITV series from 2023, taking over from Laura Whitmore.
She also hosted the Love Island spin-offs Love Island Games and Love Island: All Stars.
ITV thanked Jama and wished her continued success.
- Who
- Maya Jama, presenter and host of Love Island.
- What
- She announced she is stepping down as host after nine series.
- When
- November 8, 2026.
- Where
- She announced her decision in an Instagram post.
- Why
- Jama said it was time to take a leap and try something new.
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Jama began hosting Love Island UK, taking over from Laura Whitmore.
Jama announced on Instagram that she was stepping down as host.
- Host
- Maya Jama
- Series hosted
- Nine
- Joined Love Island UK
- 2023
- Predecessor
- Laura Whitmore
- Announcement
- November 8, 2026
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What people are saying
now is my time to throw myself into something new.
The show really does belong to the people who watch it and embrace it year after year.
I’ll forever be grateful for the experience.
Maya has been a fantastic and much loved host on Love Island