Maya Jama Discusses Dating Dealbreakers Amid 'Celebrity Traitors' Co-star Chemistry
The TV presenter revealed her specific relationship 'red flags' while speculation mounts about her bond with 'Celebrity Traitors' contestant King Kenny.
Maya Jama has shared her personal 'red flags' in relationships, a topic that has gained attention following perceived flirtation between her and her "Celebrity Traitors" co-star, King Kenny. The television presenter, who is currently a Traitor on the BBC show, has seen viewers speculate about her close connection with the YouTube star.
Jama, 32, stated that specific dealbreakers for her include a man having "navy bed sheets or a flat pillow," or using "five in one shower gel, hair shampoo situation." She emphasized that there is "no excuse" for such habits.
In a recent interview, Jama described herself as a reliable source of relationship advice for her friends, despite currently being single. When discussing the importance of kissing in a relationship, she noted differing opinions, with some believing a single bad experience is a dealbreaker, while others suggest a partner can be taught preferences.
Fans have been vocal about what they perceive as flirtation between Jama and King Kenny, 29. Their on-screen interactions, including lingering looks, affectionate embraces, and exchanges about their roles as Traitors, have fueled this speculation. During one episode, Kenny remarked that he would "never look at [Maya] in the same way" if she were a Traitor, a comment met with laughter and interpreted by some viewers as a sign of their closeness.
Further fueling speculation, Kenny referred to Jama as "my lovely darling" when she chose him as her partner for a mission. Their interactions have been a subject of fan-made online edits highlighting their perceived chemistry.
Their bond appeared particularly evident when Jama and fellow Traitor James Acaster invited Kenny to join their alliance. Following his acceptance, Kenny embraced Jama closely, a gesture noted as more restrained with Acaster.
Neither Jama nor King Kenny has publicly confirmed a romantic relationship. However, the on-screen speculation follows reports that Jama entered the "Celebrity Traitors" castle newly single after her 18-month relationship with Manchester City footballer Ruben Dias ended amicably before filming began.
Sources suggested that filming the show provided a welcome distraction for Jama following her separation from Dias. Before her relationship with Dias, Jama dated rapper Stormzy for four years, with their relationship rekindling in 2023 before they parted ways again in 2024.
King Kenny, whose full name is Kenny Oghenovo Ojuederie, has shared limited public details about his dating history. However, he released a song titled "Don't Let Me Down" on Friday, which includes the lyric "Murdering in plain sight, it's me and you they're calling." The interpretation of this lyric remains open to listeners.