Silent era movie icon Anna May Wong is now a different kind of star. Starting Monday, her image will appear on new quarters, making her the first Asian American to appear on US currency.
12.10.2022 - 17:55 / ok.co.uk
Three months ago Love Island fans waved goodbye to show host Laura Whitmore for the final time as she gracefully bowed out of hosting the hit ITV2 dating show. In the weeks that followed, many fans couldn’t resist speculating about who might take over the reins of the show, with several names ranging from this year’s winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, through to former Strictly star AJ Odudu and even The Inbetweeners favourite Emily Atack.
However it was confirmed on Wednesday that Maya Jama was the lucky lady taking over hosting duties on the show - much to the delight of fans. But who exactly is Maya and what is her family life like off screen? Maya's early life Maya was born in Bristol on August 14th 1994, making her 28 years old.
Raised in the city by her mother, Sadie, who was just 19 at the time of her birth, Maya was named after US author and poet Maya Angelou. She lived in Bristol for the first 18 years of her life, before moving to London to purse a media career, first as an actress, but then as a TV presenter and fashion model.
Citing stars such as Davina McCall and June Sarpong as her inspiration, Maya worked hard to achieve her dream before scooping a string of successful presenting gigs including for JumpOff.TV, Sky UK’s TRACE Sports and later even assisted with coverage of the 2014 football World Cup in Brazil. Where does she live? Maya currently lives in a luxury London home, which boasts a massive kitchen and huge four poster bed.The star previously gave fans an inside glimpse into her home ahead of her upcoming nuptials to now ex-fiance Ben Simmons.
Silent era movie icon Anna May Wong is now a different kind of star. Starting Monday, her image will appear on new quarters, making her the first Asian American to appear on US currency.
Love Island star Tasha Ghouri has admitted that the sudden fame that has come with being on the ITV2 show has been “overwhelming”. Speaking exclusively to OK!, the 24 year old told us how different life has been. “It has been overwhelming,” she says.
Maya Jama has been revealed as the new host Love Island after weeks of speculation.The 28 year old was one of the favourites to take over the role from former host Laura Whitmore, 38, who announced she was stepping down as the presenter of the ITV2 dating show following the end of this year's series. Maya will make her debut as host as the new ninth series returns in early 2023.
K.J. Yossman “Love Island” has found its new host in broadcaster Maya Jama. Jama, who has presented “Glow Up: Britain’s Next Make-Up Star” and used to anchor a show for BBC Radio 1, will take over “Love Island” hosting duties early next year when the series returns for its winter edition, set in South Africa. It will be the ninth series of the show. Previous host Laura Whitmore stepped down earlier this year to pursue other projects. Fans had criticized Whitmore for her rare appearances on the reality dating show, although she also hosted spin-off “Love Island: Aftersun.”
Maya Jama has been named the next host of the UK’s Love Island.
The Wanted's Siva Kaneswaran has been announced as the final contestant to be announced in the Dancing On Ice 2023 line-up, joining the likes of Love Island's Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and TOWIE's Joey Essex. As the news was revealed live on Good Morning Britain on 11 October, Siva, 33, couldn't help but share how his late bandmate Tom Parker inspired him.Tom was just 33 when he tragically passed away in March, following an 18-month battle with brain cancer. He left behind his heartbroken wife Kelsey, and their two children, daughter Aurelia, two, and son Bodhi, one.
The final contestant for ITV's Dancing on Ice line-up has been revealed as The Wanted's Siva Kaneswaran. Appearing live this morning on Good Morning Britain, Siva quipped that he asked his manager if it was too late to pull out, but went on to say that he was "overall excited". Siva, 33, added that he's that much of a newcomer to the ice that he's been using the training penguins – typically used by children.
The next contestant for ITV Dancing on Ice has been revealed as Michelle Heaton. Appearing live on Lorraine this morning, Michelle, 43, told the host: "I've always wanted to do it and had my name in the mix. But I knew I would never have been able to complete anything because of the way my body was 18 months ago." She added: "I'm truly grateful I've got it this year and I'm a lot stronger.
Former Hollyoaks actress Carley Stenson has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice 2023 contestant.The actress and West End star shared her excitement at the news ahead of her appearance on the show next year. Carley said: "I'm so excited that I get to learn how to dance... on ice! I'm terrified but can’t wait - I just want to make the most of this whole experience." The actress, who has also appeared in Holby City and in the West End, will join RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2019 winner The Vivienne, EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, John Fashanu, comedian Darren Harriott, Corrie's Mollie Gallagher, Olympic Gymnast Nile Wilson and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu.
Joey Essex has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice 2023 contestant.The former TOWIE star, 32, will join RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2019 winner The Vivienne, EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, John Fashanu, Corrie's Mollie Gallagher, Olympic Gymnast Nile Wilson and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. While Michelle Heaton has also been reported to have joined the hit ITV skating show. Revealing the news on Friday's This Morning, Joey said: "I would love to win.
RuPaul's Drag Race UK 2019 winner The Vivienne has been announced as the next Dancing On Ice 2023 contestant.The Vivienne, real name James Lee Williams, will join EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, former footballer John Fashanu, Corrie's Mollie Gallagher, Olympic Gymnast Nile Wilson and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. While Michelle Heaton has also been reported to have joined the hit ITV skating show. Revealing the news on social media, The Vivienne said: "I'm beyond excited to announce that I will be competing in Dancing on Ice in 2023! "This is honestly a dream come true and I can't wait to start training on the ice.