Maya Jama's Secret Tattoo: 'Love Like You've Never Been Hurt'

Maya Jama, the 31-year-old host of Love Island, has disclosed the personal meaning behind a tattoo acquired illicitly when she was just 15 years old. The tattoo, an Arabic message running down her left thigh, was inspired by a similar design worn by Rihanna. Jama recounted obtaining the inking at a woman's house in Bristol, an experience she described as "definitely not legal." It is against UK law to tattoo individuals under 18, carrying potential fines and loss of registration for practitioners.

The phrase inscribed on Jama's thigh translates to 'Love like you've never been hurt and dance like nobody's watching,' a motto she stated she actively lives by. She also shared that many of her tattoos are not easily visible, typically only appearing when she wears a bikini or underwear, adorning her ribs, hips, and thighs.

In the same interview, Jama pointed out a tattoo on her wrist featuring a 'silly face.' She explained that it evolved from a matching infinity sign tattoo with a former partner; after the relationship ended, her friends intervened and transformed it into a series of emojis. Jama's recent activities included a "hot girl summer" spent filming Love Island, featuring a stylish 48-hour trip to Morocco between filming commitments, where she showcased a black silk dress with cream lace detailing.