Laura Whitmore has issued a statement to explain why she has stepped down from hosting Love Island. The 37 year old Irish presenter, who recently shared a rare snap of her daughter on social media, announced on Monday 22 August that she would be quitting the stalwart ITV2 show after three series.
She originally took over hosting duties in 2019 after the sad death of Caroline Flack, who had anchored the show since it was rebooted in 2015.
Laura took to Instagram to announce her departure to fans. "Some news! I won't be hosting the next series of Love Island," she began. "There are certain elements of the show I've found very difficult that cannot be changed some due to the format, including the flying back and forth to South Africa along with my new conflicting projects.
I wish it was still possible but know you'll be in safe hands. "I was only planning to fill in for Caroline for a series and it turned into 3 series." She signed off with a tribute to her late friend: "I hope I did you proud Caroline," with a red heart emoji.
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