MAYA Jama and Vick Hope are the front-runners to host Love Island after Laura Whitmore quit the role. The presenters are said to be vying for the plum job on the ITV2 dating show, with producers keen on both.
Bristolian Maya, 28, and Geordie Vick, 32, both have backgrounds in radio but are seen as rising stars in the world of TV. A telly insider said: “They’re viewed as two glamorous, fun figures who would also bring a slightly cooler edge to the format. “Over the past three years they’ve both seen their careers go from strength to strength, and have the high profile to match that of the hit ITV show.
It’s going to be a close call who ITV bosses will pick in the end.” On Monday, Laura, 37, announced she was moving on from Love Island after three years.
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