Maya Jama signs seven-figure global Netflix deal after the success of The Gentlemen and Celebrity Traitors as she announces her departure from Love Island

Maya Jama has signed a seven-figure global Netflix deal as she prepares to conquer Hollywood following the success of The Gentlemen and Celebrity Traitors.She is set to work with the streaming giant on a multi-project deal and has signed a deal with a major US talent agency, William Morris Endeavour. Maya, 32, told Variety on Monday evening: 'I’m absolutely buzzing to be working with Netflix! There are some really exciting things coming and I can’t wait for everyone to see what we’ve been working on. 'I can’t give too much away just yet, but I’m so excited for this next chapter. Watch this space!'Netflix’s vice president of UK content Anne Mensah added: 'Maya is fabulous. She has an infectious energy and an ability to captivate audiences. 'We adored working with her on The Gentlemen, and we’re absolutely delighted for her to be an even bigger part of the Netflix family.'On Sunday, Maya shocked her devoted fans when she announced her departure from dating reality show Love Island after an 'unforgettable' nine series.The presenter took over the hit ITV2 dating series in January 2023 from Laura Whitmore and has become one of the most in-demand stars in the UK.But it seems her departure may have also surprised ITV bosses, after they reportedly announced her as the show's host to their sponsors just last week.An email allegedly from staff at Love Island was sent out to potential sponsors for the reality show which declared Maya would be returning as the presenter for the next series. Maya Jama has signed a seven-figure global Netflix deal after the success of The Gentlemen and Celebrity Traitors as she announces her departure from Love Island On Sunday, Maya shocked her devoted fans when she announced her departure from dating show Love Island after an 'unforgettable' nine series and is said to have blindsided ITV execs The email, which was headlined 'flight: 2027', read: 'Maya Jama returns to host as a cast of iconic ex-Islanders head back to paradise for another chance at love.'They'll couple up, put their connections to the test and compete to win over the nation, with only one pair taking home the crown.'Secure your brand a front-row seat to the action with pre-roll placements directly before official show clips, shared from the @LoveIsland handle on X.'The account that shared the screenshot, Tv Zone, wrote alongside it: 'Awkward. Last week ITV told potential sponsors that Maya would be returning.' Maya's Hollywood move comes after her stint on the BBC's Celebrity Traitors, as a Traitor who breezed through the series undetected until the finale.She also recently made her acting debut in Guy Ritchie's hit Netflix series The Gentlemen. The star has already launched a bid to crack America with her role on the show, flying to New York earlier this year for a string of promotional TV appearances.According to PR guru Mark Borkowski, author of The Fame Formula, Maya could 'get £1million per deal' and a 'lucrative future' awaits. He exclusively told the Daily Mail: 'There is something wonderfully predictable about the British celebrity PR machine. 'The moment a successful female television personality enjoys a burst of attention, Hollywood apparently comes calling. 'It's one of the oldest cliches in the fame business. We've seen variations of it with Cheryl, Kelly Brook and countless others.'Maya is undoubtedly a formidable personality with commercial appeal, charisma and an enviable ability to command attention. 'Her appearance in The Gentlemen gives her a legitimate foothold in acting. But being a successful television personality and becoming a Hollywood star are two very different propositions. 'The real achievement would be to turn all this publicity into a sustainable international career.' The move comes after her stint on the BBC's Celebrity Traitors, as a traitor who breezed through the series undetected until the finale Maya, 32, said: 'I’m absolutely buzzing to be working with Netflix! There are some really exciting things coming and I can’t wait for everyone to see what we’ve been working on' - she also recently made her acting debut in Guy Ritchie's hit Netflix series The Gentlemen She is set to work with the streaming giant on a multi-project deal and has signed a deal with a major US talent agency, William Morris Endeavour After stepping down from Love Island, Maya's odds have been slashed to star in the next Bond film.A spokesperson for William Hill, Lee Phelps, said: 'Maya Jama has seen her odds cut to 5/1 from 7/1 to land the Bond Girl role in the next 007 film after taking a step back from her Love Island hosting duties.'The market now has her level with Florence Pugh (5/1) and with the pair trailing Margaret Qualley (2/1), Sydney Sweeney (10/3), and Anna Taylor-Joy (4/1), this is far from a done deal.'Having stepped down from Love Island, Jama could be eyeing some major roles, and with filming for the next Bond set to commence throughout 2027, she's likely to have 007 in her sights.'Last year, it was reported that Love Island bosses were so desperate to keep the in-demand host on board that they offered her a deal worth almost £2million.Her signature slow-motion villa entrances and jaw-dropping outfits have become a trademark of the show, earning her thousands of loyal Instagram fans. A source told The Sun at the time: 'Maya is a massive hit with fans and bosses. ITV are desperate not to lose her.'They're acutely aware that she's being offered lucrative work with other companies such as Netflix. She's hugely in demand.'But after filming the summer series this year, she announced her departure from the show. Her last outing in the villa saw her crown Julia Majchrzak and Lorenzo Alessi as winners of the show in August.Maya said 'all good things must come to an end' and that she is 'grateful' for the experience but it is now time to 'throw myself into something new'.Alongside a montage of her best bits, she wrote: 'What an incredible era and what an unforgettable time I've had, it's been far too much fun to put into words or a video..but as all good things must come to an end, it's my time to step down as the host of my beloved Love Island.'Firstly, I want to thank all of the people who rooted so hard for me to host the show in the first place. I wouldn't change a thing.'To the fans of the show, thank you for every supportive message and every single time you've tuned in during my time as host, I'm forever grateful to you all. The show really does belong to the people who watch it and embrace it year after year.'Biggest thanks to the incredible production team, I've seen firsthand how you work your asses off for months every year to bring this iconic show to life.'She continued: 'I started hosting the show aged 28 and during the 9 incredible series met the most wonderful humans along the way. I've loved every slow-mo walk, fire pit and live show. I'll forever be grateful for the experience.'But I've always believed that to truly grow, you have to take a leap every now and then, and now is my time to throw myself into something new.'While my own Love Island journey has come to an end, I wish the show and the team all the success in the world, I'll be cheering you lot on from the sidelines forever.' Maya took over Love Island in January 2023 from Laura Whitmore and has become one of the most in-demand stars Announcing her departure, she said 'all good things must come to an end' and that she is 'grateful' for the experience but it is now time to 'throw myself into something new'An ITV spokesman told the Daily Mail: 'Maya has been a fantastic and much loved host on Love Island – we thank her for everything she has brought to the show over the last three years and wish her every continued success.'It is reported that Maya's replacement will be announced by ITV in the coming weeks as the fourth series of Love Island: All Stars is scheduled to take place in South Africa in January.Last month, it was revealed that Maya had signed up for series three of the Netflix hit according to reports, after stars of the show dismissed rumours Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, would join the cast.A source told The Sun: 'Maya was great in season two and bosses will be glad to see her back for the third series. 'She's pulled in even more viewers and was a natural on set.'The Daily Mail has contacted Maya's representative for comment.Maya missed out on glory during the Celebrity Traitors final last month when she was banished from the Scottish castle during the final roundtable.But the star won over viewers with her time as a cloaked villain on the show, as she didn't shy away from showing her ruthless streak when it came to the famous murders.Insiders said that they hope to tempt Maya back to the BBC with a big TV offer, as she started her career on the channel as a presenter on Radio 1.A source said: 'The Celebrity Traitors has seen Maya take centre stage in a show watched by a massive mainstream audience – and that's something she's never had before.'They went on to tell The Sun: 'Beeb execs have been observing her closely and think she has a great mix of intelligence, glamour, confidence and a sense of humour that will make her the perfect choice to front big shows.'So they're already looking at projects that would fit the bill – but they'll face some resistance from ITV who very much view her as being firmly in their roster of talent.'Maya launched her career on the BBC, first as a radio DJ, and then as co-host of the show Peter Crouch: Save Our Summer and the makeup competition series Glow Up.She has also appeared as a panellist on The Masked Singer.Away from TV, Maya has also secured two Vogue magazine covers, worked with brands such as Rimmel London and Dolce and Gabbana, and hosted the Brit Awards alongside Roman Kemp and Clara Amfo in 2024.And as if all of that weren't enough, she has been quietly building her own brands, too, including skincare company MIJ Masks and Sproud, a Swedish plant-based pea milk brand, in which she's an investor and co-owner.The Daily Mail recently revealed that her company's fortune rocketed to more than £4million amid her sky rocket to riches.In just one year, Maya saw her business empire grow by almost £1.4million while newly published accounts also show her firm had nearly £2.5million in the bank at the end of January this year, plus investments worth almost £1.4million.Documents lodged at Companies House show her firm, MIJ & Co Entertainment Ltd, was worth more than £4million after its debts were taken into account – up from £2.63million the year before.Maya has made no secret of her business ambition.In 2024, she revealed her financial advisers told her she could afford to retire at 40 but she insisted: 'I want to make a lot more money first.'In April last year, as her busy schedule continued, she admitted: 'I rarely get time off.'Maya has also spoken about putting her money to work rather than simply spending it, explaining last year: 'I think a diverse portfolio is important.'Alongside her television jobs, Maya has built up a string of lucrative advertising partnerships, including the Rimmel London job.That month she also joined forces with Uber Eats to launch a special takeaway menu featuring some of her favourite comfort foods.Her ambitions have extended into property, too. In September last year, Maya set up a separate company, later renamed Penny Property Holdings.Three months later, she reportedly bought a £520,000 cottage in the Cotswolds through a separate company she controls.The three-bedroom home has since been offered to holidaymakers as a rental property, giving the presenter another potential source of income.