FANS are all saying the same thing after Laura Whitmore quit Love Island last night after a two-year presenting stint.
Laura Whitmore, 37, the Irish presenter of Love Island, picked up the reigns of presenting the show after her fellow broadcaster and friend Caroline Flack passed away in 2019.
The presenter will not be returning to host the show for the next season in winter 2023 after she opened up about "difficult" elements of hosting the show, including flying to and from Mallorca.
But fans are tipping their favourite celebs to take over from the Irish beauty – with many giving their blessing to Strictly's AJ Odudu.
One fan of the show tweeted: "@AJOdudu is the right person to host love island #LoveIsland with someone new and unknown for aftersun!!."
Another added: "Can we all agree that @AJOdudu would be a perfect host for the show!!" while a third agreed: "Only one women for the job – AJ Odudu to replace Laura Whitmore."
Laura had only planned to stick out the stint for a year, hoping to make Caroline "proud".
Taking to Instagram, Laura wrote: "Some news! I won't be hosting the next series of Love Island.
"There are elements of the show I've found very difficult that cannot be changed some due to the format, including the flying back and forth to South Africa along with my conflicting projects.
"I wish it was still possible but know you'll be in safe hands. I was only planning to fill in for Caroline for a series and it turned into 3 series. I hope I did you proud Caroline."
Love Island returns in January 2023 for a winter instalment, which will be held in South Africa.
Read our Love Island live blog for the latest news & updates…
- Joseph Gamp
Laura to return to the stage for 2:22 – A Ghost Story
A new cast will take over in Danny Robin’s Olivier-nominated play 2:22 – A Ghost Story at the Criterion Theatre.
The new company will star in performances from 6 September to 8 Jan. 2023. Book 2:22 – A Ghost Story tickets on London Theatre.
Laura Whitmore will play Jenny in 2:22 – A Ghost Story. The Love Island host makes her West End debut in the role.
“Theatre has always been my first love and I can’t wait to get back on stage.
"I am a huge fan of the previous productions and delighted to be getting stuck in with rehearsals and working alongside such a hugely talented cast and team,” said Whitmore.
- Lauren Lomas
Does Love Island really need a host?
Laura Whitmore had been previously slammed for scooping up a £600,000 pay check for appearing on the show a handful of times.
Reportedly, Laura made more than half a million on the show, but only appeared a few times.
However, she did host After Sun every Sunday, for all the juicy gossip from the week.
One fan Tweeted: “Love Island doesn’t need a host, they just text the cast members anyway.”
Another wrote: “Not Laura Whitmore getting paid £600,000 for presenting #LoveIsland (if that’s what you call what she’s doing anyway).”
- Joseph Gamp
ITV statement on Laura's decision to quit Love Island
Following the announcement, an ITV spokesperson said: "Laura has been a fantastic host across the last three series of the show.
"We are so grateful for everything she has brought to the programme but understand and respect her decision, and we look forward to working with her on upcoming ITV projects."
- Lauren Lomas
Pretty Little Thing signs deal with Gemma Owen
This is the first time since the fashion brand signed an Islander after Molly Mae was made Creative Director.
The brand took to Instagram to tease bringing Gemma Owen on as one of the team.
Gemma made a statement on her Instagram stories saying she was “desperate” to tell her fans what she is working on, but can’t reveal yet.
Love Island’s runner up Gemma has her own swimwear brand, OG beachwear.
Credit: Splash - Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore’s friend suffered’ at the hand of bullies
The host has quit Love Island, making way for a new presenter for 2023’s winter instalment.
Fans have defended the host after she suffered “bullying” on Twitter.
One Tweeted: “Laura Whitmore took over Love Island whilst her good friend suffered at the hands of bullies until she couldn’t take anymore, and you lot are out here being so vile about her leaving the show.
“It’s clear that no on has learnt their lesson.
“Good luck @thewhitmore you were fab.”
- Lauren Lomas
Are Laura Whitmore and Iain Sterling planning another baby?
Fans have speculated that maybe Laura has stepped down from Love Island to grow her family with co-host and husband Iain.
Iain is the narrator of Love Island, and Laura has been presenting for the last two years.
She cited that the flying back and forth for the show was part of the reason she decided to quit.
One fan wrote: “She wasn’t a good fit, great presenter wrong show – maybe she’s planning on a new edition [baby emoji].”
The two currently share one baby girl together.
- Lauren Lomas
Laura had ‘big boots to fill’ and stepped out of the ‘spotlight’
Fans have slammed cruel bullying of Laura Whitmore as she leaves Love Island.
Laura took over for her late friend, Caroline Flack who died in 2019.
One fan Tweeted: “Honestly she probably had enough of the onine abuse and is taking herself out of the spotlight.
“Shame that’s how she leaves but she had big boots to fill.”
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore hopes to have done Caroline Flack ‘proud’
The Love Island presenter has recently stepped down from her role.
In her statement, she said she hoped to have done Caroline Flack ‘proud’.
Caroline was the original host of the show, but she passed away in early 2020.
Taking to Twitter, one fan said: “Laura Whitmore would have absolutely done Caroline proud.
“We all get tied up in the format of the show and it’s easy to get angry with her.
“It wasn’t a natural role for her, but let’s not forget she was stepping in for her friend, Caroline. Thank you Laura.”
- Lauren Lomas
There’s only ONE person for the job!
Fans on Twitter are calling for this year’s winner to host the next series of Love Island.
This one contestant was a hit with the public, and now fans are begging for her to become the new host of the show.
Laura Whitmore has stepped down from presenting Love Island, and fans are drying for Ekin-Su to take over.
Taking to Twitter, one said: “ok so bring ekin su in to host next season.”
Another wrote: “WE WANT EKIN SU.”
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore BULLIED out of Love Island role, fans say
The Irish TV presenter has been subject to internet hate, since taking up the role as presenter for Love Island.
As she announced her departure from the show, one fan wrote: “The biggest haters on Twitter have bullied her out of that role.
“Should’ve seen the s*** being said about her when the show was airing.”
Another agreed: “Don’t blame her with the amount of b****** under this tweet. Wtf happened to #BeKind?
“Remember Caroline Flack?
“You have short memories!”
- Lauren Lomas
Love Island fans react to Laura Whitmore’s quitting as host
Fans have mixed opinions over Laura’s departure from hosting the show.
Laura just announced that she is leaving Love Island, and fans have reacted to the news.
Taking to Twitter, one wrote: “I am glad, I didn’t think it was a good fit, she tried her best though. I wish her well.”
Another wrote: “Yeah we needed someone new.”
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore has landed a HUGE new job
The Love Island host has quit for good, and is looking forward to new career path.
She will play the role of Jenny, in 2:22 A Ghost Story.
This her West End debut, in the psychological thriller.
Laura will star in the show from 6 September onwards.
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore QUITS Love Island
The Irish TV presenter, has hosted the show for three seasons, but has announced she will no longer be hosting.
Taking to Instagram, Laura Whitmore told fans she will not be presenting Love Island anymore.
Stick with the blog to get LIVE updates.
- Lauren Lomas
Does Love Island really need a host?
Laura Whitmore had been previously slammed for scooping up a £600,000 pay check for appearing on the show a handful of times.
Reportedly, Laura made more than half a million on the show, but only appeared a few times.
However, she did host After Sun every Sunday, for all the juicy gossip from the week.
One fan Tweeted: "Love Island doesn't need a host, they just text the cast members anyway."
Another wrote: "Not Laura Whitmore getting paid £600,000 for presenting #LoveIsland (if that's what you call what she's doing anyway)."
- Lauren Lomas
Are Laura Whitmore and Iain Sterling planning another baby?
Fans have speculated that maybe Laura has stepped down from Love Island to grow her family with co-host and husband Iain.
Iain is the narrator of Love Island, and Laura has been presenting for the last two years.
She cited that the flying back and forth for the show was part of the reason she decided to quit.
One fan wrote: "She wasn't a good fit, great presenter wrong show – maybe she's planning on a new edition [baby emoji]."
The two currently share one baby girl together.
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore's friend suffered' at the hand of bullies
The host has quit Love Island, making way for a new presenter for 2023's winter instalment.
Fans have defended the host after she suffered "bullying" on Twitter.
One Tweeted: "Laura Whitmore took over Love Island whilst her good friend suffered at the hands of bullies until she couldn't take anymore, and you lot are out here being so vile about her leaving the show.
"It's clear that no on has learnt their lesson.
"Good luck @thewhitmore you were fab."
- Lauren Lomas
Laura had 'big boots to fill' and stepped out of the 'spotlight'
Fans have slammed cruel bullying of Laura Whitmore as she leaves Love Island.
Laura took over for her late friend, Caroline Flack who died in 2019.
One fan Tweeted: "Honestly she probably had enough of the onine abuse and is taking herself out of the spotlight.
"Shame that's how she leaves but she had big boots to fill."
- Lauren Lomas
Pretty Little Thing slammed for snubbing Indiyah Polack
The brand held a poll over who fans thought would be the best "doll" to represent the fashion retailer.
Indiyah won the poll, but Gemma Owen was chosen over her for representing the brand with upcoming collaborations.
Taking to Twitter, one fan fumed: "IDK I just feel like Indiyah should have got the PLT deal considering she won the poll over who should get a PLT deal."
Podcaster and Influencer Adeola Patronne Tweeted: "I can't remember one outfit Gemma wore on that island. But that's just me."
The move has been seen as surprising, considering Gemma is an international dressage rider, and already has her own swimwear brand.
- Lauren Lomas
Pretty Little Thing signs deal with Gemma Owen
This is the first time since the fashion brand signed an Islander after Molly Mae was made Creative Director.
The brand took to Instagram to tease bringing Gemma Owen on as one of the team.
Gemma made a statement on her Instagram stories saying she was "desperate" to tell her fans what she is working on, but can't reveal yet.
Love Island's runner up Gemma has her own swimwear brand, OG beachwear.
Gemma Owen at Global radioCredit: Splash - Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore as DJ for the Stranger Things experience
The TV presenter is stepping down from presenting Love Island and has been branching out on new ventures.
She was the DJ for the opening of the immersive Stranger Things experience in London.
Based in Brent Cross, the experience of the Netflix hit show launched on 17 August.
Laura has just announced she will no longer present Love Island.
Credit: Getty - Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore hopes to have done Caroline Flack 'proud'
The Love Island presenter has recently stepped down from her role.
In her statement, she said she hoped to have done Caroline Flack 'proud'.
Caroline was the original host of the show, but she passed away in early 2020.
Taking to Twitter, one fan said: "Laura Whitmore would have absolutely done Caroline proud.
"We all get tied up in the format of the show and it's easy to get angry with her.
"It wasn't a natural role for her, but let's not forget she was stepping in for her friend, Caroline. Thank you Laura."
- Lauren Lomas
There's only ONE person for the job!
Fans on Twitter are calling for this year's winner to host the next series of Love Island.
This one contestant was a hit with the public, and now fans are begging for her to become the new host of the show.
Laura Whitmore has stepped down from presenting Love Island, and fans are drying for Ekin-Su to take over.
Taking to Twitter, one said: "ok so bring ekin su in to host next season."
Another wrote: "WE WANT EKIN SU."
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore BULLIED out of Love Island role, fans say
The Irish TV presenter has been subject to internet hate, since taking up the role as presenter for Love Island.
As she announced her departure from the show, one fan wrote: "The biggest haters on Twitter have bullied her out of that role.
"Should've seen the s*** being said about her when the show was airing."
Another agreed: "Don't blame her with the amount of b****** under this tweet. Wtf happened to #BeKind?
"Remember Caroline Flack?
"You have short memories!"
- Lauren Lomas
Love Island fans react to Laura Whitmore's quitting as host
Fans have mixed opinions over Laura's departure from hosting the show.
Laura just announced that she is leaving Love Island, and fans have reacted to the news.
Taking to Twitter, one wrote: "I am glad, I didn't think it was a good fit, she tried her best though. I wish her well."
Another wrote: "Yeah we needed someone new."
- Lauren Lomas
Laura Whitmore has landed a HUGE new job
The Love Island host has quit for good, and is looking forward to new career path.
She will play the role of Jenny, in 2:22 A Ghost Story.
This her West End debut, in the psychological thriller.
Laura will star in the show from 6 September onwards.
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