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It seems the ever-swirling rumours are true... Maya Jama and Stormzy are officially back together! Or it certainly appears as though they are, after the formerly loved-up duo were photographed hand-in-hand during a romantic holiday to Greece this weekend.

Maya Jama fans are convinced that the Love Island presenter is back together with her ex partner Stormzy after her latest Instagram post, as rumours continue that the pair have rekindled their romance. Maya Jama took to Instagram to officially announce that she will be the host of the new Love Island Games, which will see the islanders from previous seasons go head to head in brand new challenges.

As rumours swirl that Stormzy and Maya Jama have reunited, the rap star has reportedly flown his former flame to a £2,700-a-night villa in Greece as a late birthday present. The rapper, 30, dated Maya for four years and split with her in 2019 but they've stayed close since. A new report has now claimed that Stormzy wants Maya to be 'treated like a Queen' so he's splashed out on the Grecian break.

Eagle-eyed fans are speculating whether Maya Jama and her ex Stormzy are on holiday together after they shared similar photos to Instagram.The Love Island host, 29, has been documenting her getaway to Greece on her social media, with some fans noticing that her photos seem similar to ones shared by her ex Stormzy. The presenter recently posted a stunning bikini selfie from her getaway and has also been sharing some photos of the resort she’s staying in. Maya shared a clip of herself enjoying a cocktail as well as a shot of a picturesque pool surrounded by Grecian architecture.

Love Island presenter Maya Jama looked stunning as she enjoyed a relaxing and well-deserved holiday after she successfully fulfilled her Love Island duties.The host showed off her incredible figure in a short video posted to her Instagram where she posted up a storm in front of a mirror, as she slipped into a brown bikini and showed off her washboard abs. Maya showed off her natural beauty as she appeared to go makeup-free, and looked like she was enjoying indulging in some downtime after the whirlwind show.

Stormzy performed a powerful rendition of ‘Blinded By Your Grace, Pt. 2’ during a huge rain downpour at All Points East festival yesterday (August 18) – watch footage below.The British grime legend was headlining his ‘This Is What We Mean‘ day at the East London festival in Victoria Park when heavy rainfall started in the middle of his set, making for a memorable moment when the crowd sang along to his song from 2017 album ‘Gang Signs & Prayer‘, which features MNEK on the recorded version.Video footage shows festival goers singing passionately in the rain, which was especially fitting when it came to the lyric, “And the rain was pouring, ’cause the sun faded away”.Watch footage of the moment below.Honestly, this video does it no justice:But it absolutely pooooouring with rain the second @stormzy played Blinded By Your Grace – with 50,000 people singing along – was absolutely magical One way to feel alive.

All Points East has confirmed the final acts for its 2023 edition.The festival is due to take place in Victoria Park, east London between August 18 and August 28. Kicking off with Stormzy’s ‘This Is What We Mean Day’, the series will also feature the headliners The Strokes, Jungle, Dermot Kennedy and HAIM.Other previously announced names include Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Walkmen, BADBADNOTGOOD, Olivia Dean, Girl In Red, Confidence Man, Kehlani, Sampha, Knucks and Romy (The xx).Today (August 10), organisers have added the last batch of artists to the APE ’23 bill ahead of the festival starting next week.Joining Stormzy and co.

Tennis pro Serena Williams announced she's expecting another baby girl with her husband Alexis Ohanian, and our columnist Judi Love paid congratulations. She said: "They’re already amazing parents to Olympia, so I can’t wait to see them take on their next adventure." However, she also weighed in on the social media comments that followed the adorable announcement, with many dubbing Serena as having a "geriatric pregnancy" referring to a medical term that applies to any mum-to-be over the age of 35. Judi continued: "Because Serena is 41, a couple of commenters have called it a “geriatric pregnancy” but that’s out of order.

Stormzy has released a new freestyle track, ‘Angel In The Marble’.The song is Stormzy’s second stand-alone single to be released in recent weeks, following his collaboration with RAYE, ‘The Weekend’.“Now look at me, chiseled like da Vinci reappeared in ‘93,” he raps. “I found my inner Preston and I went and set him free.

RAYE has spoken to NME about her music industry battle to be shortlisted for the Mercury 2023, as well as her recent collab with Stormzy and hopes for longevity. Watch our interview above.The London singer-songwriter was speaking at the launch of the Mercury Prize 2023, where her 2023 debut ‘My 21st Century Blues‘ was shortlisted alongside albums by the likes of Arctic Monkeys, J Hus, Jessie Ware, Olivia Dean, Fred Again.., Young Fathers and Shygirl.“To be recognised for a body of work is something that I’ve really wanted for a really long time,” she told NME.

Stormzy has pledged to fund 36 black Cambridge students over the next three years.The Stormzy Scholarship was launched in 2018 and by 2026 it will have supported 81 students through their studies at the prestigious university.Each student will receive a £20,000 annual scholarship to cover tuition fees and maintenance costs through Stormzy’s #Merky Foundation and the bank HSBC.The bank has pledged £2m to support 30 new Stormzy Scholarships over the next three years, while #Merky Foundation will continue to fund a further two students a year.A post shared by STORMZY (@stormzy)“For a further 30 black students to have the opportunity to study at Cambridge University – the same year we celebrate five years of the scholarships’ launch – feels like an incredible landmark moment,” the grime star told BBC News.Prof Bhaskar Vira, pro-vice-chancellor for education, also said he was “delighted” the collaboration was continuing.“We know these scholarships are truly transformative in the opportunities they provide and we look forward to welcoming more Stormzy scholars to Cambridge over the next few years,” he added.Meanwhile, Stormzy and RAYE recently teamed up for the sultry and 2000s-reminiscent collaborative single, ‘The Weekend’.It is the grime artist’s second single of the year. Last month, he and northwest Londoner Fredo released the Dave-produced ‘Toxic Trait’ alongside an equally high-concept music video where TV presenter Allison Hammond acted as the duo’s therapist.

Stormzy and RAYE teamed up for the sultry and 2000s-reminiscent collaborative single, ‘The Weekend’. Check out the track and the video below.‘The Weekend’ is the second collaboration from the two south Londoners have together – following the Norbury grime star hopping on the R&B singer’s single  ‘Ambition’ back in 2016.Yesterday (July 19), Stormzy and RAYE dropped their new London-produced single.

Stormzy and footballer Wilfried Zaha are set to buy AFC Croydon.The musician and forward player – who both grew up in the south London borough – have agreed a deal to acquire non-league club AFC Croydon, according to reports.Both are also part of a three-man consortium alongside former Crystal Palace head of player care, Danny Young, and the Croydon team to compete in the ninth tier of English football.The team was founded in 2012 after Croydon Athletic folded. Speaking of the new agreement, they said (via BBC Sport): “The consortium will own, operate and develop their childhood hometown football club.

Stormzy is in the process of becoming co-owner of AFC Croydon Athletic, the rapper and London-born artist has announced. The deal is currently pending approval by the correct authorities but, if successful, will see Stormzy take ownership of his local team alongside Crystal Palace player Wilf Zaha and Danny Young, a former staff member at that same club. The amount being paid to buy out the current owners has not been disclosed.

Stormzy has returned with a brand new single featuring Fredo that’s produced by Dave – watch the video for ‘Toxic Trait’.The new song is the London rapper’s first material since his third album ‘This Is What I Mean’, and comes with an official video featuring daytime TV legend Alison Hammond, among others.Discussing the video, director Femi Ladi said:“After listening to the lyrics, I wanted to have fun with this video.

British rap star Stormzy is back with his first original (non-remixed) track of 2023 after dropping his third album, This Is What I Mean, last November. Where that record was full of somber, R&B-tinged rap ballads — many of them with live instrumentals — “Toxic Trait” finds him back in his grime/drill bag, picking up where September 2022’s “Mel Made Me Do It” left off.

Stormzy has shared that he is currently working on new music following the release of his third LP last November.In an interview with Rolling Stone UK, Stormzy – real name Michael Ebenezer – spoke about his studio process after he shared that he was back in the studio last month.When asked about the next steps since the release of his latest album, ‘This Is What I Mean‘, the rapper shared: “I think I’m just where I’m meant to be, and I’m who I’m meant to be and I’m doing what I’m meant to do. I think the album reaffirmed my confidence, and it let me know that I should always stick to my guns, and I should always be brave.”He continued: “I think even going forward with other albums, and new music, it’s like, ‘Just always trust yourself, back yourself to be brave, and be confident with your musical decisions, and carry on being free, and carry on being the cowboy and carry on just going into whatever musical terrain or musical experience that you want to do.”While discussing the music he is currently working on, the rapper shared: “When I’m making music, it’s always super deep, but it’s never that deep.

One Direction ’s Liam Payne has Soccer Aid viewers in stitches over the weekend as he couldn't resist striking a pose in the changing room. Taking the field as part of the England team, Liam joined forces with former Lioness Jill Scott, taking on the role of captain alongside the talented likes of Tom Hiddleston, Sir Mo Farah, and Jack Wilshere. On the sidelines, notable figures such as Stormzy, Vicky McClure, and Harry Redknapp watched the match, offering their guidance and expertise as part of the management and coaching team.

A Place In The Sun’s Scarlette Douglas has revealed how she’s been totally starstruck by some of the celebrities she’s encountered as she’s prepared for Soccer Aid 2023. She told OK!: “It’s been a lot of fun, so much fun.

Stormzy has stunned fans by making a surprise appearance on stage in London this evening (June 9) with singer-songwriter Debbie.Debbie wrote five songs for Stormzy’s last album including ‘Firebabe‘, which she played at the gig tonight at London’s Omera.Stormzy came on stage at the 320-capacity venue during ‘Give It To The Water’.

Ed Sheeran broke down in tears during an emotional performance of his new album as he admitted he was ‘still not over’ Jamal Edwards’ death. The 32 year old pop sensation was performing at an intimate show in London when he dedicated two songs to friend Jamal - who died aged 31 in February last year. Jamal Edwards was a music entrepreneur, DJ and founder of SBTV - an online media platform aimed at discovering emerging artists in R&B and hip hop.

Stormzy has shared a new video for his track ‘Need You’, featuring Ayra Starr and Tendai – check it out below.The track is lifted from the rapper’s 2022 album ‘This Is What I Mean’, with the new video directed by Meji Alabi.It sees the trio hanging out in a lavish hotel, and follows previous visuals for the singles ‘Hide & Seek’ and ‘Firebabe’.Check out the ‘Need You’ video below.The first wave of acts for Stormzy‘s ‘This Is What We Mean Day’ at All Points East 2023 were recently announced.Last November, it was confirmed that the Croydon MC would be taking over Victoria Park in London on August 18 as part of this summer’s APE gig series. He’s curated the full bill for the day, and is set to deliver a headline show that evening.Organisers then revealed that Stormzy will be joined at the event by Kehlani, Sampha, Knucks, Lucky Daye, WSTRN, Ms Banks and The No Signal Stage.

Stormzy‘s ‘This Is What We Mean Day’ at All Points East 2023 have been announced – check out the line-up so far below.Last November, it was confirmed that the Croydon MC would be taking over Victoria Park in London on August 18 as part of this summer’s APE gig series. He’s curated the full bill for the day, and is set to deliver a headline show that evening.Today (March 31), organisers have revealed that Stormzy will be joined at the event by Kehlani, Sampha, Knucks, Lucky Daye, WSTRN, Ms Banks and The No Signal Stage.Many more artists are to be announced for ‘This Is What We Mean Day’ in the coming weeks and months.

Stormzy and Dua Lipa are set to make guest appearances at Hay Festival 2023.The famed literary event’s 36th spring edition is due to take place in Hay-on-Wye in Powys, Wales between May 25 and June 4. It’ll boast over 500 in-person sessions over that 11-day period.Per a press release, Hay “is the world’s leading festival of ideas, bringing readers and writers together in sustainable events to inspire, examine and entertain”.This year’s programme will launch the best new fiction and non-fiction titles, while offering insight and debate around major global issues.

With the widely-anticipated of the winter series sadly coming to an end, Love Island superfan and OK! columnist Judi Love has her say on the grand finale and what each couple should expect from the outside world. Writing in her weekly column, Judi also has her say on the Glastonbury line-up, discusses Stephen Bear's 'revenge-porn' trial and sentencing, congratulates Barbie for honouring scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock with a doll in her likeness, and continues to issue her condolences to Vanessa Bryant. Sign up - for free - to read Judi's full column.

Stormzy‘s award-winning publishing imprint #Merky Books has announced a two-day literature festival.The free festival expands on the successful #Merky Books pop-up held in 2019 and will take place at Roundhouse in London on April 22 and 23 as part of In The Round Festival.Sponsored by Netflix, the two-day event will seek to demystify the creative industries and inspire a new generation of creatives, with established authors appearing alongside up and coming voices.The headline event on Saturday, April 22 will include a panel discussion with Wretch 32 and John Agard, followed by an opening party hosted by Sounds by No Signal. On Sunday, April 23, former Children’s Laureate Malorie Blackman will be interviewed by Vick Hope.Other events include a spoken-word performance with Sophia Thakur, Monika Radojevic, Caleb Femi and Yomi Sode; a creative funding session with finance expert Bola Sol; a panel discussion exploring the theme of girlhood with bestselling author Candice Brathwaite and playwright and screenwriter Theresa Ikoko; and a conversation on mental health and resilience hosted by BBC Radio 1Xtra presenter Richie Brave.In addition, there will be workshops, masterclasses and screenings taking place throughout the weekend, as well as career drop-in clinics.We are so excited to announce the #Merky Books Literature Festival as part of @RoundhouseLDN In the Round Festival.

Between kissing Harry Styles and being introduced by the wrong name to going public with his new girlfriend, Lewis Capaldi had a rather eventful time at the BRIT Awards earlier this month. It’s safe to say we’ve all been obsessed with the Scottish singer since he shot to fame in 2018 with his soulful voice and down-to-earth humour.

Rihanna smashed her Super Bowl half-time show – but she wasn't the only woman earning plaudits for here performance on the pitch at this month's event. A clip of sign language interpreter Justina Miles went viral after she was filmed passionately signing to RiRi's hit. Her appearance on TV comes as interpreters are, thankfully, become a more common sight at concerts and huge events, such as Glastonbury.

Stormzy and Nick Cave were among the famous figures who attended Vivienne Westwood’s funeral yesterday (February 16).The legendary British fashion designer and environmental activist died “peacefully” in Clapham, south London on December 29, 2022. She was 81 years old.As BBC News reports, the memorial service for Westwood was held at Southwark Cathedral.

Comedian and OK! columnist Judi Love has some words of wisdom for ITV pal Vanessa Feltz following her shock split from fiancé of 16 years Ben Ofoedu. Writing in her column this week, Judi also issues her condolences for those who have lost their lives following the earthquake across Turkey-Syria, congratulates Beyoncé on her GRAMMY win, gives her verdict on the Happy Valley finale and discusses Netflix's new Pamela Anderson documentary.

Stormzy reckons he has penned a song that is worthy of this year’s Christmas Number One.The rapper, who is due to release his third studio record ‘This Is What I Mean’ on November 25 via 0207 Def Jam, said in a new interview that a track on the album could be worthy of a UK festive chart topper.When asked whether he might have a Christmas song on his new album that could hit the top spot, Stormzy told Magic Radio: “Well, lo and behold I’ve got something really special for you guys and do you know why I’m so proud? Because I made this song with love… I just made this song, and it came from the most pure place, I wrote it with an amazing artist. A really extremely gifted artist called Debbie and we made this beautiful, beautiful song, and I genuinely think that…I don’t want to jinx it, but I swear to you, I can’t wait for you guys to hear it.”The rapper recently previewed his new album with the single ‘Hide & Seek’.He also recently opened up about the collaborative process of making the album on Osea Island in the Blackwater Estuary near Maldon, Essex.“That was the most beautiful, spiritual coming-togethers I’ve even been involved in,” he explained.

Stormzy has spoken about the “beautiful” and “spiritual” experience of recording his new album on a secluded island.The rapper is due to release his third studio record ‘This Is What I Mean’ on November 25 via 0207 Def Jam (pre-order/pre-save here). It’s already been previewed by the single ‘Hide & Seek’.During a recent interview on Capital XTRA, Stormzy opened up about the collaborative process of making the album on Osea Island in the Blackwater Estuary near Maldon, Essex.“That was the most beautiful, spiritual coming-togethers I’ve even been involved in,” he explained.

Stormzy has shared new song "Hide & Seek," the first official single from the U.K. rapper's forthcoming album This Is What I Mean. The soulful track was produced by PRGRSHN, Owen Cutts, and P2J.

Stormzy has shared his new single ‘Hide & Seek’, the first preview of his upcoming third album ‘This Is What I Mean’ – check it out below.‘This Is What I Mean’, the follow-up to 2019’s ‘Heavy Is The Head’, was announced earlier this week and will land on November 25. Its announcement followed Stormzy’s comeback last month with the non-album single ‘Mel Made Me Do It’.The rapper’s third album is described as “an intimate love letter to music” which was created at a “Stormzy music camp” on Osea Island in the Essex estuary.Stormzy said of the new album’s creation in a statement: “When you hear about music camps they always sound intense and sombre.

Stormzy, the U.K. rapper who began in the grime underground and became a global hip-hop star, has announced his third studio album, This Is What I Mean. The project is due out November 25 via 0207 Def Jam/Interscope Records.

Stormzy has shared details of his highly anticipated third album, ‘This Is What I Mean’, set for global release next month.Returning to social media after almost three years, Stormzy shared the new album’s artwork on Instagram today (October 12), depicting a letter sat on a doorstep with the album title printed on it.Described as “an intimate love letter to music” in a press statement and largely created at a “Stormzy music camp” in Osea Island, Stormzy spoke about praying every morning during the genesis of the new record.“When you hear about music camps they always sound intense and sombre,” Stormzy explained of how the new album came together. “People saying: ‘We need to make an album.’ ‘We need to make some hit records.’ But this felt beautifully free. We’re all musicians but we weren’t always doing music.