The buzz about Maya Jama continues to grow as she participates in the second season celebrity traitorDespite this, his role was not leading. Known for her stunning looks and charismatic presence, the Love Island host has certainly left an impression on viewers. Her dating history, especially involving high-profile relationships, adds another layer to her charming personality.
Maya’s romantic journey began with her first boyfriend Rico Gordon. Tragically, he was murdered after being caught in a gang-related incident during St Paul’s Carnival in Bristol in 2011. The devastating loss occurred when Maya was only 16, and Rico was 21. Reflecting on this event, she commented how it significantly changed her outlook on life, inspiring her to take advantage of every opportunity and become the best version of herself.
In 2014, Maya encountered rapper Stormzy at the Red Bull Culture Clash event, where she interviewed him for MTV. By January 2015, their friendship turned into a romantic relationship. Over the next four years, both of their careers boomed and their relationship attracted widespread attention. In 2019, they separated, but Stormzy has since expressed regret about the breakup, admitting that it was an overwhelming emotional experience for him. In a candid reflection of 2022, he talked about his struggle with the pain that came with his breakup.
In the following years, Maya’s love life saw new heights when she started dating NBA star Ben Simmons in 2021. The couple became engaged later that year, with Maya spending much time in the United States. However, their relationship ended in 2022, surprising fans.
Rumors of a reconciliation with Stormzy resurfaced in 2023, eventually proving true as the two were seen vacationing together. By Christmas, their relationship was officially confirmed. However, this reawakening was short-lived; By the following July, they announced their breakup.
After this Maya attracted the attention of Manchester City footballer Ruben Dias. Their relationship progressed quickly, with Maya relocating to Manchester and eventually buying a £4 million house in Cheshire. Unfortunately, this romance also ended in the spring of 2026, leading to speculation of infidelity, which Ruben denied. Maya herself revealed that she approaches relationships with an ‘all or nothing’ attitude.
As far as her current dating status is concerned, there are speculations about her partner on social media Cheat There is no concrete evidence pointing to a romantic involvement between the contestants, including King Kenny and comedian James Acaster. It appears that Maya is enjoying her single life at the moment, focusing on her career and recent endeavors on the show.