Maya Jama has given fans an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life on Love Island: All Stars following the show’s dramatic live final in South Africa.
The 31-year-old host, who has fronted the ITV2 franchise since 2023, took to Instagram to mark the end of nearly two months of filming.
Sharing a carousel of images from her time in the South African villa, Jama reflected on what she described as one of the show’s “wildest” seasons to date.
Among the photos were candid moments from set, downtime snapshots, and stylish outfit shots — including a sleek black bikini and a cut-out evening dress worn during filming.
Her post quickly drew engagement from fans, many of whom praised her hosting throughout the series.
Captioning the update, Jama wrote: “That’s a wrap. Live final completed.
Nearly two months in the most beautiful country hosting one of our wildest series was everything and more. Congratulations to our winners and well done to all of the islanders.”
Love Island: All Stars 2026 Winners Revealed
Monday night’s live final saw Ciaran Davies and Samie Elishi crowned champions of the third All Stars series.
The couple secured 35.22% of the public vote, according to official figures later shared on the programme’s social media channels.
They finished ahead of runners-up Millie Court and Zac Woodworth, who received 23.38%.
Third place went to Leanne Amaning and Scott van-der-Sluis with 19.41%, followed by Lucinda Strafford and Sean Stone at 12.77%. Whitney and Yamen Sanders placed fifth with 9.23% of the vote.
The voting breakdown offers insight into viewer preferences this season, reflecting strong public support for Ciaran and Samie’s steady relationship.
Love Island: All Stars brings back former contestants for another opportunity to find romance in the South African villa.
Ciaran first appeared on the show in 2024, finishing as runner-up alongside his former partner Nicole Samuel.
Samie originally competed during the ninth series in 2023 before returning for All Stars after previously missing out on a lasting connection.
Their relationship developed quickly this season, with Samie entering as a “bombshell” contestant before coupling up with Ciaran.
Despite late arrivals, dramatic twists, and shifting alliances, the pair maintained a consistent bond throughout the series.
Speaking after their win, Ciaran credited their authenticity for securing public support. “We stayed in our own lane. We didn’t go and cause huge problems in the Villa,” he said.
Samie added: “Maybe we’re relatable, real people. I like to think we were very true to ourselves.”
The couple thanked viewers for their votes, describing the moment as “surreal.” Samie became emotional during the live broadcast, expressing gratitude to fans who followed their journey.
Maya Jama’s Continued Role in the Franchise
Since replacing former host Laura Whitmore in 2023, Maya Jama has become a central figure in the Love Island brand.
Her hosting style — blending glamour, warmth, and direct engagement with contestants — has been widely credited with refreshing the franchise.
Industry analysts note that Love Island remains one of ITV2’s most valuable entertainment properties, consistently generating high social media engagement and strong ratings.
The All Stars format, in particular, leverages established personalities and unfinished storylines to deepen viewer investment.
Filmed in South Africa, the winter spin-off offers a visually distinct setting compared to the traditional Mallorca summer villa, while maintaining the show’s core format of coupling, recoupling, and public voting.
With the All Stars finale complete, attention will now turn to the upcoming summer edition of Love Island. ITV has yet to release full casting details, but anticipation is already building among fans.
For Jama, the conclusion of filming marks the end of an intensive two-month production schedule abroad. Her behind-the-scenes post offers viewers a reminder of the scale of the operation behind one of Britain’s biggest reality TV exports.
As Love Island continues to evolve, its blend of romance, competition, and audience participation remains central to its appeal — and Maya Jama continues to play a key role in shaping its modern era.