Maura Higgins

Maura Higgins is an Irish television personality and model best known for her breakout appearance on Love Island U.K. Born in Ballymahon, Ireland, Higgins worked as a hairdresser before transitioning into modeling and promotional work. She later gained attention as a grid girl for motorsport events, which helped her build a presence in the entertainment industry.

Higgins rose to fame in 2019 when she joined season 5 of Love Island U.K. Her outspoken personality quickly made her a fan favorite, and she finished the series in fourth place. Following her time on the show, she secured multiple brand deals and television opportunities, including appearances on shows like Dancing on Ice, I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! and The Traitors.

Higgins has collaborated with major fashion and beauty brands and has continued to maintain a strong social media following. In 2026, she was announced as a contestant on season 35 of Dancing With the Stars.

Higgins has been linked to several high-profile relationships, including fellow Love Island U.K. contestant Curtis Pritchard, whom she dated after the show. She has also been romantically connected to Giovanni Pernice and Bobby Holland Hanton.