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Maura Higgins

Maura Higgins is an Irish reality television personality, presenter, and model.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Maura Higgins is an Irish reality television personality, presenter, and model. She became widely known after finishing fourth on the fifth series of Love Island in 2019, and later worked on other television projects including presenting the Irish version of Glow Up.

Early life

Maura Higgins was born in 1990 in Ballymahon, County Longford, Ireland. She worked in modelling and promotional roles before becoming known on television.

Breakthrough on Love Island

Higgins rose to public attention in 2019 through the fifth series of ITV2's Love Island, where she reached the final and finished in fourth place. Her appearance on the programme established her as a reality television personality.

Television career

After Love Island, Higgins appeared on other entertainment shows, including Dancing on Ice and I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!. She also presented the Irish version of Glow Up and hosted related Love Island programming.

Brand work and public profile

Beyond television, Higgins has taken part in fashion and beauty campaigns and has worked as a media and social media personality. Her post-Love Island profile has remained closely tied to reality TV and lifestyle branding.

Key facts

  • She first gained prominence as a finalist on the fifth series of Love Island in 2019.
  • She is from Ballymahon in County Longford, Ireland.
  • Her career includes work as a model and television presenter.
  • She has appeared on multiple reality and entertainment programmes after Love Island.
  • She has collaborated with fashion and makeup brands.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Maura Higgins?
She is an Irish reality television personality, presenter, and model best known for Love Island.
When was Maura Higgins born?
She was born on 25 November 1990.
Where is Maura Higgins from?
She is from Ballymahon, County Longford, Ireland.
What show made Maura Higgins famous?
She became widely known after appearing on the fifth series of Love Island in 2019.
What has Maura Higgins done after Love Island?
She has appeared on other reality programmes and has presented television shows, including the Irish version of Glow Up.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maura_Higgins
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, *Love Island* appearance, and presenting work.
  2. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm10834230/
    Supports: Birthplace, occupations, and later television appearances.
  3. TV Insiderhttps://www.tvinsider.com/people/maura-higgins/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and television personality profile.
  4. Us Weeklyhttps://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/maura-higgins/
    Supports: Breakthrough on *Love Island*, later television appearances, and modeling background.