TikTok star issues verdict on Love Island role after Maya Jama exit

Entertainment
10 Nov 2026 • 2:30 AM MYT
The Independent
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TikTok star issues verdict on Love Island role after Maya Jama exit

  • Maya Jama has announced she is stepping down as the presenter of Love Island to focus on new projects.
  • It comes just weeks after Jama made it to the final of The Celebrity Traitors – with the 32-year-old taking on a starring role as a Traitor from the beginning of the series.
  • The 32-year-old presenter has hosted the ITV dating reality show since 2023 following Laura Whitmore's departure.
  • Loose Women panellist and TikTok star GK Barry expressed her keen interest in taking over the hosting role.
  • An ITV spokesperson confirmed that details regarding the upcoming series of Love Island: All Stars will be announced in due course.

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