Laura Whitmore has responded to the news that Maya Jama is the new host of Love Island. The TV and radio presenter's latest hosting gig was announced on Wednesday (October 12) - less than two months after Laura announced her decision to quit the ITV dating show after two years at the helm.
Weeks after the end of the spectacular eighth series of the popular show, Laura shared the news of her decision to leave on social media. Laura cited 'flying back and forth' between the UK and South Africa, for a second winter series next year, and 'new conflicting projects.'
The Irish broadcaster and presenter, 37, took over hosting duties on the first winter edition of the popular show from Caroline Flack in January 2020. As she announced her plans to step down, Laura shared a sweet message to her friend Caroline, who tragically took her own life in February 2020 aged 40. "Some news!" she declared. "I won’t be hosting the next series of Love Island.
