Maya Jama steps down as Love Island host after nine seasons
Maya Jama, the ultimate bombshell, is not returning as Love Island UK host after fronting the dating series for nine seasons.
Key points
- The presenter tells fans it is "time to throw myself into something new" after recent Celebrity Traitors success.
- The 32-year-old presenter of the reality TV show made the announcement on Instagram.
‘Time to throw myself into something new,’ 32-year-old presenter announces on social media while hailing her ‘unforgettable time’ on the show Maya Jama has announced she is stepping down as the host of Love Island after three years.
Jama took to social media to share a goodbye message with some of her best bits from the ITV reality series.
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