Love Island returns on Wednesday night after Maya Jama's shock return to the villa.
01.06.2023 - 19:57 / ok.co.uk
Love Island presenter Maya Jama has said hosting her first summer edition of the hugely-popular dating series feels “special” but admitted she's feeling the pressure to live up to expectations.The 28 year old broadcaster, who recently shared what she believes is the show's most iconic moment ever, took over the presenting role on the hit ITV dating show from Laura Whitmore for the last winter series in South Africa. Ahead of the show’s return to screens on Monday, June 5, she revealed what it is like being the face of a series which counts famous faces including Margot Robbie, Tobey Maguire and Amy Schumer among its fans.
Speaking to reporters at the villa in Majorca about the summer series, she said: “It’s special. I feel now (after) the first one, I’ve got it and we’ve done it, all the nerves are gone a bit and now I’m ready to go.” “I’m so excited.
It’s coming around so fast, I feel like we were just doing it yesterday and now it’s like ‘back at it again’,” she added. Maya was lauded by fans for her lavish outfits and presenting style while delivering dramatic updates to the contestants in the villa last series.
Reflecting about returning to the show, she said: “The only pressure I feel is because it went well last time, so I just want to keep it well.” The star went on to say that she does not feel there is much of a difference between the summer and winter editions except that the flight from Majorca to London is easier for her when moving between filming the show and its spin-off chat show Aftersun, rather than travelling from South Africa. Bristol-born Maya was initially touted as a potential host after it was confirmed that Caroline Flack would be stepping down in 2019, but the role was given to already seasoned
.Love Island returns on Wednesday night after Maya Jama's shock return to the villa.
Love Island host Maya Jama continues to serve up some jaw dropping outfits as she returned to the villa not once but twice on Monday nights episode. Although she delivered some shock news for the villa contestants, it was Maya’s outfit that fans couldn’t stop talking about, as the 28 year old presenter arrived in a head turning black maxi dress with daring cut outs and a plunging neckline.
With week three in the Love Island villa now in full swing, the Islanders were once again pulled from their comfort zones on Tuesday night’s episode, when a surprise appearance from Maya Jama saw the couples asked to decide who they felt was the least compatible at this stage of the competition. In a further twist, the Islanders were later summoned to the fire-pit where they would be required to reveal their decision to the whole villa, with more than a few tensions being raised among previously solid friendships as a result of the brutal decision making.
Love Island host Maya Jama has brilliantly shut down a troll who accused her of having "no apparent talent". The presenter, 28, is currently dividing her time between Majorca and London for the main ITV2 show and recap discussion show Aftersun.
A teaser for Wednesday night's episode of Love Island sees host Maya Jama make a surprise entrance to the Mallorcan villa - leaving the Islanders' jaws dropping. When Maya enters the villa, the Islanders and viewers know something big is about to go down, and this time, she made her appearance as everyone enjoyed brunch in their couples in the garden. As the Islanders take in her sudden arrival, she says: “Hi my lovelies!” This is a bit of a surprise isn’t it? Stay where you are, this won’t take long.
Love Island stars Sammy Root and Jess Harding are about to come to massive blows as the drama well and truly kicks off in the next instalment airing Tuesday night (June 20). As the duo end up having a slanging match across the villa in dramatic scenes, islanders will be faced with an even bigger shock when show host Maya Jama returns. The presenter's impromptu arrival is yet to be explained, but Monday night's teaser gave fans a taste of what's to come.
Shortly after the latest Love Island series kicked off, it was revealed that Islanders Ella Thomas and Tyrique Hyde already knew each other from outside the villa. However, in an awkward turn of events, the encounter clearly wasn’t a memorable one for Tyrique as he claimed he couldn’t remember it. Tyrique, 24, is a semi-professional footballer who originally hails from Essex and currently plays as a midfielder for East Sussex club Lewes FC.
Love Island host Maya Jama has revealed that of all the jobs she’s had, there’s one in particular that she hated the most. When asked by The Guardian about the worst job she’s ever had, the TV presenter admitted that her stint working in retail was her least favourite position.
Love Island star Ruchee Gurung has made her return to TV, leaving fans to say she "deserved better" after her departure from the show. The 24 year old joined Maya Jama on Love Island: Aftersun on Sunday night, looking back on her time in the villa.
Maya Jama has already showcased some incredible looks during her on-screen duties as Love Island host, but her off-screen fashion game is equally impressive. At The National Gallery Summer Party in London last night, Maya turned heads as a lady in red. She exuded pure elegance in a stunning tulle red dress, perfectly complemented by coordinating red accessories.The dress itself featured a plunging V-neckline and a delicately gathered band beneath the bust.The floor length skirt was made from sheer tulle fabric and the absence of lining added a cool girl style, revealing Maya's coordinated red satin knickers.
Love Island viewers were in stitches at Tyrique Hyde's actions, with some convinced his sole purpose on the show is to get to know presenter Maya Jama instead. Since entering the villa on day one, the 24 year old semi-professional footballer has made connections with several of his fellow co-stars.The arrival of two new bombshells earlier this week saw the reality star keen to get to know another woman, much to the shock and horror of his current partner, Ella Thomas.
Former Made in Chelsea Sam Thompson has shared the story behind his awkward run-in with Love Island host, Maya Jama. In an episode of the podcast Staying Relevant, his co-host and close pal Pete Wicks describes how the two of them were out at a bar drinking tequila, and as Maya walked past, Sam spotted her and shouted her name… a number of times.
Things are set to heat up for Love Island star Tyrique Hyde, as he is drawn to another of his "sexy" co-stars despite being coupled up with Ella Thomas. The new summer series of ITV's juggernaut dating show is already proving popular, with plenty of twists after just three days at the sprawling Spanish villa.
Love Island is back on our screens and we’re officially giving up our evenings after 9pm to see the latest drama, romance, and, of course, outfits. Although the contestants’ looks are dominating most of our outfit envy, host Maya Jama is giving them all a run for their money with her incredible opening night looks. Including a white crochet dress that has gotten everyone talking.
Bombshell Zachariah Noble entered the Love Island villa on Monday night in the first twist of the series and quickly caught the attention of viewers. Love Island returned on Monday 5 June bringing us eight weeks of reality TV dating drama and the islanders were all coupled off after fans were given the chance to vote on the app of who they wanted to see paired together.
Love Island is back, baby! On Monday, host Maya Jama was back on our screens and ready to kick off the tenth series of the hit dating reality show. Already, it’s looking to be an eventful series, and we can’t wait to watch all of the drama, flirting, and general carnage unfold. But we don’t just watch Love Island to see who gets with who.
Following the long-awaited return of ITV’s Love Island, paramedics were rushed into the villa to treat one of the islanders on the first night. Just hours after host Maya Jama revealed new bombshell Zachariah Noble would be entering the villa, Catherine Agbaje was seen by paramedics after having a “funny turn”.
Love Island filming was paused on the first day after as paramedics rushed to the scene.
Love Island is back for the summer, with a fresh batch of singles ready to meet their match.
Love Island is back for another summer of romance, drama and recoupling.