Laura Whitmore has vowed to watch Maya Jama on the new series of Love Island after spectacularly quitting the role.
The ITV2 host bid farewell to her role as presenter of the iconic show, with Maya Jama set to take over hosting duties when the show makes its return. Laura has since made her West End debut in 2:22 A Ghost Story, and she admits it is similar to live TV.
Laura explained how she wanted to "challenge" herself with her new role. However, she vowed to tune in to watch the new series of Love Island when it returns with Maya Jama as the host.
Speaking to Christine Lampard on ITV's Lorraine, she said: "There are some similarities to live TV slightly. There's four main characters and we're on stage together for most of it so it's nice to have the support.
"I don't know where there's more drama. I think there's more drama in the villa. I love challenging myself and I think that's really important to keep doing things that make myself better."
She added: "Like you, I'm a huge fan of Love Island. I'm always gripped. It's always there; otherwise what can you talk about?"
ITV confirmed earlier this month that Maya would be taking over hosting duties as the show returns to South Africa for its winter series. In a video, they captioned it: "Okay, the rumours are true Say hey to your brand-new #LoveIsland host @mayajama!"
Whilst in response, Maya wrote: ""SO B***DY EXCITED GET ME ON THAT ISLAND". At the time, Laura also heaped praise on the presenter, adding: "Yes girl!! So delighted for you! You’re gonna be fab."
Earlier this year, Laura shocked fans when she confirmed she'd be stepping down as host.
"Some news! I won’t be hosting the next series of Love Island," she said, "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. I hope I did you proud Caroline."
