Maya Jama is stepping down as host of Love Island after nine series, ending a run that began in 2023. The presenter announced her decision on Instagram, saying she wants to focus on new projects; ITV thanked her for her work on the franchise.

Maya Jama’s run on Love Island

Jama took over the main series in 2023 and went on to present nine series across the show and its related editions. Her exit marks a change for one of ITV’s best-known unscripted formats. The broadcaster has not named a successor in its response to her announcement.

What Jama said about leaving

In the statement reported by The Guardian and E!, Jama said she had decided to step away after nine series and wanted to put her energy into something new. She did not identify her next project. ITV’s spokesperson thanked her and wished her well.

The announcement leaves the next presenting lineup unresolved. ITV has not announced who will lead the next series, so any speculation about a replacement remains unconfirmed.

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Sources

The Guardian: Maya Jama steps down as Love Island host after nine seasons; E!: Maya Jama reveals decision to step down as Love Island UK host.