Maya Jama

The 28-year-old was announced as the new host of the hit ITV2 dating show back in October.

Killing the game geeze." @queen_amzi commented: "I thought you was the bombshell for a sec, Maya give the contestants a chance sis." @guliemc said: "Unfair for you to be hotter than the islanders." Broke the world." Former radio star-turned-actress Jameela Jamil added: "Broke the internet. Model Abbey Clancy posted: "The ultimate babe." Molly-Mae Hague, who appeared on the show in 2019, replied; "Incredible," alongside a hot face emoji. Popular YouTuber and presenter Amelia Dimoldenberg was among the first to respond, writing: "You were amazing, a natural! She may not be one of the contestants on Love Island but Maya Jama is proving to be the ultimate bombshell as she stuns her fans with her fresh looks. "Overwhelmed from last night, thankyou so much for your kind words.." Posting a string of images to Instagram, Maya looked sensational in a black tight-fitted dress that showed off her incredible figure. But on Monday, as the second-ever winter series kicked off, Maya made her debut.

Love Island's voiceover star Iain Stirling suffered an awkward moment on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday when he was quizzed about new host Maya Jama.

Something not many people know about him: 'I'm a very emotional person. I've obviously not found the right one myself.' I stopped seeing her and carried on meditating! Not many people know that but I think it's quite cute.' Age: 24 Age: 25 Age: 21 [Maya took over hosting duties from Laura](/tvshowbiz/article-11642073/Maya-Jama-looks-sensational-little-black-dress-Love-Island-fans-wild-new-host.html), 37, who presented the show for three seasons, and has become an instant hit with viewers. or "I'm sending you a text?" Age: 23 Host Ed Balls, 55, asked him: 'Have you said to [Maya], "Can you come over for a chat?" Age: 22

Maya's mum Sadie has supported her daughter since day one, and has even dabbled in TV herself.

There was no lack of love, and my dad’s brother was around so there was a male presence." "I had plenty of people around me who did what a dad should do. Someone would get hurt, and he’d go to jail. The usual thing was that he’d be drinking and get into a fight. [Evening Standard](https://www.standard.co.uk/) previously, she said: "She had me at 18, so our relationship was a bit different. Last video is where I get it from) 18 years strong."

Love Island narrator Iain Stirling has joined the cacophony of voices heaping praise on the show's new host Maya Jama.

‘The host only comes on three or four times, it’s always been the way, but it gets the most attention. [immense support they’ve shown](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/17/love-island-2023-maya-jama-overwhelmed-by-fans-after-hosting-debut-18119129/) her. ‘Maya is absolutely fantastic,’ he enthused, before referring to the moment she strutted into the villa in that *black* dress. [dedicated page](https://metro.co.uk/tag/love-island/). ‘Maya has done such a good job. [ Love Island bosses are eager to sign Maya ](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/18/love-island-maya-jama-eyed-up-by-bosses-for-multi-series-deal-18120326/)for several series. [Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip.](https://play.acast.com/s/distractionpieces/laura-whitmore-463) [Love Island 2023 reveals stunning new bombshells Zara Deniz Lackenby-Brown and David Salako](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/17/love-island-2023-reveals-stunning-new-bombshells-zara-deniz-and-david-18119411/) [‘We won Love Island and are still together now – this is what the new contestants should know’](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/15/love-island-2023-paige-turley-and-finley-tapps-advice-to-contestants-18097335/) [Love Island’s Lana Jenkins red-faced after skirt splits during saucy lap dance](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/17/love-island-2023-lana-jenkins-left-red-faced-after-skirt-splits-18119257/) [The ‘girlfriend experience’: What do these one-sided relationships look like?](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/17/the-girlfriend-experience-what-a-one-sided-relationship-looks-like-18113584/) [Laura Whitmore](https://metro.co.uk/tag/laura-whitmore/?ico=auto_link_entertainment_P3_LNK1) at the helm after she announced her departure in August following three seasons in the driver’s seat. [Love Island](https://metro.co.uk/tag/love-island/?ico=auto_link_entertainment_P1_LNK1) narrator Iain Stirling has joined the cacophony of voices heaping praise on the show’s new host [Maya Jama](https://metro.co.uk/tag/maya-jama/?ico=auto_link_entertainment_P1_LNK2). [made her presenting debut ](https://metro.co.uk/2023/01/15/love-island-2022-spoilers-maya-jama-arrives-by-helicopter-for-hosting-debut-18103099/)on the ITV2 dating show when the winter edition in South Africa launched on Monday night with 10 singletons entering the villa. [Susanna Reid](https://metro.co.uk/tag/susanna-reid/?ico=auto_link_entertainment_P4_LNK1) and Ed Balls on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday, Iain threw his support behind Maya as he celebrated her arrival.

Iain appeared on ITV Good Morning Britain today, to chat to Susanna Reid after Maya's Love Island debut on Monday evening.

“So you kind of have to go quiet, and that was hard for me because I like to be able to have those conversations.” It’s an entertainment show and there just wasn’t really any space for me to be more than that.” In her statement announcing her departure, Laura admitted there were elements of the show she ‘found very difficult that cannot be changed’ and in a new interview she’s expanding on her reasons for leaving. But it’s a heavily-formatted show and I found my role within that tricky at times. The 34-year-old told Susanna: "You wouldn't judge - hopefully I wouldn't judge anyone." I really like him."

According to Maya Jama's IMDb entry, the Love Island host is listed as a British TV and Radio presenter who is Bristol born. Taking over Love Island hosting ...

Taking the good from her upbringing and the support of her mother, Maya is crafting out a successful career. Maya has appeared as a panellist on Loose Women, presented Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star and presented the [ITV](https://www.nottinghampost.com/all-about/itv) game show [Cannonball](https://www.nottinghampost.com/whats-on/). As well as her TV and radio roles she has enjoyed a modelling career, working with brands including Kurt Geiger, Gap and Adidas. [Maya Jama](https://www.nottinghampost.com/news/celebs-tv/maya-jama-stuns-love-island-8038538)'s IMDb entry, the Love Island host is listed as a British TV and Radio presenter who is Bristol born. "I had plenty of people around me who did what a dad should do. The usual thing was that he’d be drinking and get into a fight. [Evening Standard](https://www.standard.co.uk/): "She had me at 18, so our relationship was a bit different. The post received a whopping 74.5k likes. Here what we know are Maya Jama's and her equally well known mum. Since then she has made huge strides in her career, reports the At 46 years old, Sadie's youthful looks are said to, at times, mean she has been mistaken for Maya's sister rather than her mum. Love Island is back on our screens and, just two episodes in, fans are already invested in the goings on at the luxurious Ludus Magnus villa in South Africa.

The Bristol-born star who was drafted in to replace former host Laura Whitmore has been declared 'a major TV force to be reckoned with'

She has nailed the role of Love Island host totally and shown herself to be a world A-list star.” One thing’s for sure - there will be a lot of urgent conversations around renewing her contract already under way.” The Bristol-born star who was drafted in to replace former host Laura Whitmore has been declared ‘a major TV force to be reckoned with’

Former Islanders have been giving their opinion on Maya Jama presenting winter Love Island 2023 and they are obsessed. They think she is perfect.

Love Island 2023 continues at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX. In a post to her Instagram story, she said: “I will watch when Maya’s on because the face, the outfits, the body, everything is just perfect.” Everyone is shaking!!” Everyone was indeed shaking because Maya pulled out all the stops when she entered the villa, truly making her debut. In a tweet, Ikenna said: “Who is going to stop me if I step forward for Maya?” Same bestie. [Love Island 2023](https://thetab.com/uk/category/trash/love-island-2023) and everyone has been in a constant state of awe ever since. While you patiently wait for her to enter the villa again, here’s what former Islanders have had to say about Maya Jama:

Love Island host Maya Jama has opened up about her own struggle to find love after saying that finding a perfect match is 'never easy'

I’m sure she’ll put a few islanders in their place when needed too and I cannot wait." [Vogue ](https://www.vogue.co.uk/arts-and-lifestyle/article/maya-jama-love-island-interview)magazine, she replied: "I don’t have a type on paper – if you look at my exes, they’re all quite different. I’m quite tall so I like people who are taller than me." [splitting from NBA player fiancé Ben Simmons](https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/breaking-maya-jama-heartbroken-splits-27676944) during the summer. Trust me, I know." Describing herself as "fiery" and wanting to be as "involved as [she] can", Maya is going to put her heart and soul into her new role.

Love Island host Maya Jams has been praised by ITV viewers for livening up Tuesday's second episode of the new series.

* bring Maya back," and saying pretty much the same thing, another tweeted: "This episode is quite boring might as well just bring back Maya again." One took to Twitter to post: "This is all getting boring now…

Maya, 28, arrived to the South African villa in a chopper and then re-emerged in a safe to say *iconic* dress. Previous host Laura Whitmore left after the 2022 ...

[TV insider](https://www.thesun.co.uk/tv/21077970/maya-jama-major-love-island-deal/) revealed: "The reaction to the launch was electric." Previous host Laura Whitmore left after the 2022 season, and now reports claim that ITV want Jama to be host for seasons to come. After reportedly impressing bosses in the first week of hosting Love Island, bosses want Maya Jama to stay for multiple seasons.

Maya previously dated rapper Stormzy for four years before their relationship came to an end in 2019. The TV star went on to date basketball player Ben Simmons ...

Love Island voiceover artist Iain Stirling was recently left baffled by an unusual question about his new co-star Maya Jama.

"Laura was absolutely fantastic and Maya has done such a good job. [failed to match the viewing figures of the previous season premiere](https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a42532618/love-island-winter-series-nine-low-viewers/). "Maya is absolutely fantastic," he remarked. "To Maya Jama?" "I’m sure my wife would have something to say about that if that happened." Meanwhile, Maya made her debut as the new host of the hit ITV2 reality show earlier this week.

Love Island host Maya Jama has responded to viewers reactions to her hosting debut on Instagram.

Fellow Islander Lana Jenkins also shared her excitement, telling us: "I think it's the best thing ever. Broke the world," while former Love Islander Molly-Mae Hague wrote: "Incredible." [Love Island](https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a42537620/love-island-question-haris-namani-relationship-claim/) [ fans question Haris Namani over ‘never had a relationship’ claim](https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a42537620/love-island-question-haris-namani-relationship-claim/) [Love Island loses one million viewers for premiere episode of winter series](https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a42532618/love-island-winter-series-nine-low-viewers/) [bombshell news](https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a42540700/love-island-bombshell-tom-steals-girl/) later on in the episode. [taking over from Laura Whitmore last year](https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/reality-tv/a41596442/love-island-maya-jama-host/).

Zara Deniz Lackenby-Brown, a 25-year-old model and property developer, and 24-year-old money adviser David Salako made shock entrances on the ITV2 dating show.

MissOwusu said: "I know it’s still early in the season but this Love Island is a bit meh! Lol." Tom as a bombshell was blah. @itsemmanlovu said: "Tryna focus on love island and all I can keep thinking about is Maya Jama in that dress." Before the islanders were made aware of Zara and David’s arrival, not one but two receive a text inviting them on dates with the new bombshells. And LoveIslandOpinion tweeted: "Two episodes in and what can i say apart from.....blah.

Maya Jama replaced Laura Whitmore as host of Love Island for the new winter series set in South Africa.

Like let’s be for real now." "I just can’t wait for it to start. Speaking to ITV about her new role, Jama said: "It feels amazing, it’s really, really exciting.