Maya Jama is seen for the first time since quitting Love Island as it's revealed she will front new Netflix dating show Will You Marry Me? after signing seven-figure deal

Maya Jama was seen for the first time on Wednesday since quitting Love Island – as it's been revealed she is set to front a new Netflix dating show called Will You Marry Me? in her first gig after signing a seven-figure deal with the streaming platform.

The presenter, 32, is preparing to conquer Hollywood following the success of The Gentlemen and Celebrity Traitors and was seen checking in for a first-class Emirates flight at Heathrow airport.

She dressed casually in a Batman T-shirt and khaki jacket and looked in excellent spirits amid her recent career success.  

Maya announced she had stepped down from ITV's Love Island this week saying it was time for her to 'throw myself into something new'.

The star is set to work with streaming giant Netflix on a multi-project deal and has signed a deal with a major US talent agency, William Morris Endeavor.

Now her first project – Will You Marry Me? – has been revealed, and may well rival Love Island when it comes out as it has already been dubbed as the 'hottest series of 2027'.

According to a new report, the interactive dating reality show will be live and streamed around the globe.

The Sun reports that the format will involve a man being introduced to 50 women who are then narrowed down to just one by a public vote.

The man will then have to propose there and then as the live viewers wait and watch to see what happens.  

A source said: 'Maya and her team had so many options on the table for where to take her career in 2027.

'It became a 'when' and not an 'if' she leaves Love Island, so ITV knew she was leaving. But it must sting a bit to know she's going to a rival dating show.

'Will You Marry Me? is set to be one of Netflix's biggest projects for 2027, and putting Maya at the helm shows how much they respect her. Her star is only going to have risen dramatically by this time next year.' 

A representative for Maya has been contacted by the Daily Mail for comment.

Maya told Variety on Monday evening: 'I'm absolutely buzzing to be working with Netflix! There are some really exciting things coming and I can't wait for everyone to see what we've been working on. 

'I can't give too much away just yet, but I'm so excited for this next chapter. Watch this space!'

She later took to her Instagram and penned: 'Cling cling to the next chapter' and posed with a Netflix mug. 

Netflix's vice president of UK content, Anne Mensah, added: 'Maya is fabulous. She has an infectious energy and an ability to captivate audiences. 

'We adored working with her on The Gentlemen, and we're absolutely delighted for her to be an even bigger part of the Netflix family.'

On Sunday, Maya shocked her devoted fans when she announced her departure from dating reality show Love Island after an 'unforgettable' nine series.

The presenter took over the hit ITV2 dating series in January 2023 from Laura Whitmore and has become one of the most in-demand stars in the UK.

But it seems her departure may have also surprised ITV bosses, after they reportedly announced her as the show's host to their sponsors just last week.

An email allegedly from staff at Love Island was sent out to potential sponsors for the reality show which declared Maya would be returning as the presenter for the next series.

The email, which was headlined 'flight: 2027', read: 'Maya Jama returns to host as a cast of iconic ex-Islanders head back to paradise for another chance at love.

'They'll couple up, put their connections to the test and compete to win over the nation, with only one pair taking home the crown.

'Secure your brand a front-row seat to the action with pre-roll placements directly before official show clips, shared from the @LoveIsland handle on X.'

The account that shared the screenshot, TV Zone, wrote alongside it: 'Awkward. Last week ITV told potential sponsors that Maya would be returning.' 

Maya's Hollywood move comes after her stint on the BBC's Celebrity Traitors, as a Traitor who breezed through the series undetected until the finale.

She also recently made her acting debut in Guy Ritchie's hit Netflix series The Gentlemen. 

The star has already launched a bid to crack America with her role on the show, flying to New York earlier this year for a string of promotional TV appearances.

According to PR guru Mark Borkowski, author of The Fame Formula, Maya could 'get £1million per deal' and a 'lucrative future' awaits. 

He exclusively told the Daily Mail: 'There is something wonderfully predictable about the British celebrity PR machine. 

'The moment a successful female television personality enjoys a burst of attention, Hollywood apparently comes calling.

'It's one of the oldest clichés in the fame business. We've seen variations of it with Cheryl, Kelly Brook and countless others.

'Maya is undoubtedly a formidable personality with commercial appeal, charisma and an enviable ability to command attention. 

'Her appearance in The Gentlemen gives her a legitimate foothold in acting. But being a successful television personality and becoming a Hollywood star are two very different propositions. 

'The real achievement would be to turn all this publicity into a sustainable international career.'

Last year, it was reported that Love Island bosses were so desperate to keep the in-demand host on board that they offered her a deal worth almost £2million.

Her signature slow-motion villa entrances and jaw-dropping outfits have become a trademark of the show, earning her thousands of loyal Instagram fans. 

But after filming the summer series this year, she announced her departure from the show. 

Her last outing in the villa saw her crown Julia Majchrzak and Lorenzo Alessi as winners of the show in August.

Maya said 'all good things must come to an end' and that she is 'grateful' for the experience but it is now time to 'throw myself into something new'.

Alongside a montage of her best bits, she wrote: 'What an incredible era and what an unforgettable time I've had, it's been far too much fun to put into words or a video... but as all good things must come to an end, it's my time to step down as the host of my beloved Love Island.

'Firstly, I want to thank all of the people who rooted so hard for me to host the show in the first place. I wouldn't change a thing.

'To the fans of the show, thank you for every supportive message and every single time you've tuned in during my time as host, I'm forever grateful to you all. The show really does belong to the people who watch it and embrace it year after year.

'Biggest thanks to the incredible production team, I've seen firsthand how you work your asses off for months every year to bring this iconic show to life.'

She continued: 'I started hosting the show aged 28 and during the 9 incredible series met the most wonderful humans along the way. I've loved every slow-mo walk, fire pit and live show. I'll forever be grateful for the experience.

'But I've always believed that to truly grow, you have to take a leap every now and then, and now is my time to throw myself into something new.

'While my own Love Island journey has come to an end, I wish the show and the team all the success in the world, I'll be cheering you lot on from the sidelines forever.'

An ITV spokesman told the Daily Mail: 'Maya has been a fantastic and much loved host on Love Island – we thank her for everything she has brought to the show over the last three years and wish her every continued success.'

It is reported that Maya's replacement will be announced by ITV in the coming weeks as the fourth series of Love Island: All Stars is scheduled to take place in South Africa in January.

The Daily Mail recently revealed that Maya's company's fortune rocketed to more than £4million.