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Laura Whitmore to be axed as Love Island host?

Laura Whitmore to be axed as Love Island host?
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Love Island host Laura Whitmore is reportedly in the firing line and could be replaced by either Maura Higgins or Maya Jama in 2022.

Laura Whitmore could reportedly be axed as host of Love Island as part of plans to revamp the show in 2022.

The 36-year-old took over presenting duties from Caroline Flack in 2020, hosting the one-off winter edition that year as well as this year's edition, which ended last week.

According to The Sun, however, producers have noted that she has had a "lukewarm" reception from viewers and are considering replacing her with either Maya Jama or 2019 contestant Maura Higgins next summer.

"Producers are keen to keep the show fresh and are keeping their options open," a source told the newspaper.

"They have been impressed with both Maya and Maura, and think either could bring the necessary pizzazz and sexiness to the role.

"They want someone who is fun and can connect with people. Maura has obviously taken part in the show herself and knows it inside out so could easily relate to contestants and what they are going through.

"It's one of the best gigs in showbiz, with a plum six-figure salary and frequent trips to sunny Majorca, so there are plenty of people hungry for the role.

"Contracts for the job are annual and are renegotiated each series."

Asked about the story, an ITV spokesman said: "Laura has done a fantastic job at the helm of the show this year and no discussions have yet taken place with regard to the next series."

Whitmore will return to host a special reunion show next Sunday.

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