Maura Higgins is serving looks and laughs from the sun-soaked set of Love Island Games in Fiji, proving she’s still a force to be reckoned with. The Irish reality TV queen, who’s taken the helm as host of Love Island Games: Aftersun, turned heads this week with jaw-dropping photos showcasing her impeccable style and infectious humor. But it’s her cheeky nod to her I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! stint that’s got everyone talking.
Maura, 34, left fans speechless with her latest snaps from the Love Island Games set, where she’s been recapping all the drama from the second series, which kicked off on September 16, 2025. Rocking a sleek black-and-silver two-piece that highlighted her toned abs, Maura paired the look with a slicked-back ponytail and a chic fringe, cementing her status as a fashion icon. The vibrant Fiji backdrop only amplified her star power, as she effortlessly commanded the camera.
Maura posted pics of herself from Fiji(Image: MauraHiggins/Instagram)
But it wasn’t just her style that stole the show. In a hilarious behind-the-scenes clip, Maura shared a moment that had fans in stitches. While posing for photos, a rogue bug landed on her shoulder, prompting a scream and a frantic wriggle to shake it off. Over the video, she playfully captioned, “And I did the jungle,” poking fun at her time on I’m A Celeb in 2024, where she faced far creepier critters. The quip was peak Maura—bold, witty, and unapologetically herself.
The second series of Love Island Games has brought former Islanders from around the world to Fiji for another shot at love—and a hefty dose of competition. With new bombshells, recouplings, eliminations, and unexpected twists, the show is dialed up to deliver drama like never before. Maura, who guest-hosted episodes in the first series, has now stepped into the spotlight as the official Aftersun host, breaking down the chaos with her signature charm and sharp commentary.
Maura first skyrocketed to fame in 2019 as a bombshell on Love Island, where she stirred the pot in a love triangle with Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague before coupling up with Curtis Pritchard and making it to the final. Since then, she’s been unstoppable, gracing screens as an agony aunt on This Morning, gliding across the rink on Dancing on Ice, and dishing out hot takes as a guest panelist on Loose Women.
In November 2024, Maura tackled the Australian jungle in I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, entering on day five alongside Reverend Richard Coles. While she was the sixth celebrity voted out, her larger-than-life personality left a mark. The series, won by McFly’s Danny Jones, saw Richard reach the final, but Maura’s jungle antics—and her bug-fearing Fiji flashback—prove she’s still got stories to tell.
As I’m A Celeb gears up for its next season on ITV, speculation about the 2025 line-up is already swirling. Names like This Morning’s Nick Ferrari, Emmerdale’s Lisa Riley, EastEnders’ Shona McGarty, and social media star Morgan Burthwhistle (aka Angry Ginge) are reportedly jungle-bound. But the inclusion of Angry Ginge has sparked a firestorm among other influencers, who feel snubbed by ITV’s casting choices.
According to a source speaking to the Express, the decision has ignited an “influencer war.” “There are some really big names in that space who have been trying to get into the jungle for ages, and they feel ITV keep ignoring them,” the source revealed. “First it was GK Barry last year, now it’s Angry Ginge—people are fuming.” The mood behind the scenes is reportedly tense, with some influencers feeling “stitched up” after years of talks with the network. ITV, staying tight-lipped, responded, “We do not comment on speculation about the contestants.”
Whether she’s slaying in a two-piece, cracking jokes about jungle critters, or stirring the pot on Love Island Games: Aftersun, Maura Higgins remains a fan favorite. Her ability to blend glamour, humor, and relatability keeps her at the top of the reality TV game. As Fiji’s drama unfolds and I’m A Celeb rumors heat up, one thing’s clear: Maura’s not just surviving—she’s thriving.