Maya Jama announces departure as Love Island host
The presenter is stepping down after nine seasons across three shows in the franchise, having taken over the British series in 2023.
Maya Jama announced on November 8 that she is stepping down from hosting Love Island, ending a run spanning nine seasons across three franchise shows. The 32-year-old presenter shared her decision in an Instagram statement.
Jama said she wanted to pursue something new and thanked viewers who had supported her appointment and watched during her tenure. She also expressed gratitude to the production team and said she would continue supporting the show after leaving.
She succeeded Laura Whitmore for the British program’s ninth season in 2023 and remained its host through season 13. Her work within the franchise also included hosting the inaugural Love Island Games in 2023 and three seasons of Love Island: All Stars, beginning in 2024.
Love Island: All Stars is scheduled to return for season four in 2027. Love Island USA and Love Island Games are also due back in 2027, with Ariana Madix hosting both shows.
