Maura Higgins replaced on Love Island USA as new host revealed
New reports suggest Maura Higgins has been axed as the host of Love Island USA's Aftersun.
The 34-year-old hosted just one series of the hit spin-off show, while also acting as social media presenter for the US edition of the main show.
It is now believed that Sophie Monk, who fronts the Aussie version of the show, will take her place. New reports suggest Maura Higgins has been axed as the host of Love Island USA's Aftersun. Pic: Scott Garfitt/BAFTA via Getty Images
The Longford beauty's departure from the show is allegedly due to scheduling conflicts, with fans speculating she may appear in the lineup for Traitors USA.
A source told The Sun: 'Maura wasn't able to commit to hosting Aftersun this season due to other work commitments, but she will be back on screen in some capacity later in the run.'
Love Island USA's official Instagram account shared a snap of Sophie as they welcomed her to the 'Aftersun family.'
It seems there is no bad blood between the two presenters, with Maura herself commenting: 'Yess Queen!'.
Maura may also have another islander coming for her job, as the latest addition to Love Island UK is being branded the next Maura Higgins.
Panto star Megan Forte Clarke has signed up for the new series, starting on Monday, and of course, comparisons are already being made.
A TV source said: 'Megan is a gorgeous girl, she's funny, and right now, couldn't be unluckier in love, making her the perfect Islander. Comparisons to Maura are inevitable, and if anything, Megan will see it as a huge compliment.
The actress has a sizeable TikTok following, and it is there that she also brands herself as a 'modern Bridget Jones'.
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