Maya Jama’s exit from Love Island has come with a big surprise, as the presenter has already secured an exciting new deal with Netflix.
Just a day after announcing that she was leaving the popular dating show, news broke that she had signed a global deal with the streaming platform to work on many projects.
Maya spent three years hosting Love Island and became one of the most popular faces of the show. She took over the role at the age of 28 and hosted nine seasons during her time on the programme.
While fans may be sad to see her leave, Maya seems ready to try something different and explore new opportunities.
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She is already familiar with Netflix after making her acting debut in the second season of The Gentlemen.
Maya played Aisha, who works with Susie, played by Kaya Scodelario. She is also set to return when the show comes back for its third season.
Details about her other Netflix projects are still being kept secret. However, the platform’s UK content boss, Anne Mensah, praised Maya’s energy and said they were delighted to have her as a bigger part of Netflix.
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Maya is equally excited and has promised that some interesting projects are on the way.
