Maya Jama Announces Exit as Love Island UK Host
The host said on Instagram that she wants to throw herself into something new, thanking the production team and fans.
Maya Jama announced on Instagram on November 9, 2026, that she is stepping down as host of Love Island UK. She shared a highlight video of her time on the show alongside a written statement.
In the statement, Jama thanked the production team and the show's fans, and said she now wants to throw herself into something new. She wished the team well and said she would be cheering them on from the sidelines.
Jama took over hosting duties in 2023 during Love Island Season 9. She said she started hosting the show aged 28 and hosted 9 series in total.
The departure was reported by comingsoon.net.
Quick answers
Who is leaving Love Island UK?
Maya Jama announced on Instagram that she is stepping down as host of the show.
When did Maya Jama announce she was leaving Love Island UK?
She announced the decision in an Instagram post on November 9, 2026.
How many series of Love Island UK did Maya Jama host?
She said she hosted 9 series, having started hosting the show aged 28.