Olivia Attwood would 'love' to host Love Island as fans call for her as replacement

Love Island star Olivia Attwood would 'love' to present the new series of the ITV2 dating competition.

Laura Whitmore took over from Caroline Flack in 2020 but recently announced she decided to step down as presenter after three seasons.

The 37-year-old announced the news on Instagram on Monday evening - just days after detailing about how she was struggling with the backlash she faced from fans in the most recent series.

Following her exit, fans have been suggesting replacements for Laura, with many messaging former contestant Olivia to ask her to host.

Olivia shared a screenshot of all the message requests she received, which were mostly about the presenting slot.

Olivia received messages from fans asking her to become host (mirror.co.uk)

It comes after Laura quit the show (Instagram)

"we NEED you to replace Laura for Love Island," one said while another wrote: "Petition for Olivia Attwood to be the next Love Island host."

The star was shocked at receiving so many messages.

"You guys my heart dropped when I opened my DM's this am, I was like 500+ requests deep," she wrote.

"Love Love Island and you. Love you."

Laura shared a statement when she quit her role as host, with the star telling Caroline that she 'hopes she did her proud'.

She said: "Some news! I won’t be hosting the next series of Love Island.

"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.

Laura announced the news on her Instagram earlier this week (INSTAGRAM)

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"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."

Many fans have been posting on social media about who they want as the host for next season.

Some wanted this season's winner, Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, to take over.

One fan wrote: “Ekin Su it’s your time baby,” as another chimed: “Who’s starting the petition to have Ekin-Su replace the Whitmore!”

Another name in the mix was fellow Love Island alum Maura Higgins as well as radio DJ Maya Jama.

Love Island fans speculated that AJ Odudu could also be another presenter in the running for the gig.

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