Who is Maya Jama’s ex-boyfriend Ruben Dias? Age, net worth and more

28 May 2026, 15:31

Maya Jama is the host of Love Island, returning for its 2026 season. She has dated Stormzy and Ben Simmons, but who was her most recent boyfriend, Ruben Diaz? Why did Maya Jama split from Ruben Dias?

Maya Jama hangs out with Reuben in Spain

Maya Jama confirmed she has a new boyfriend, Ruben Dias, back in late 2025, following her split from Stormzy.

Following on from her past two high-profile relationships with NBA basketballer Ben Simmons and rapper Stormzy.

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However, after 18 months together, the couple parted ways in what was reportedly a 'mutual' split.

They cited their busy schedules as the reason for the breakup, with Maya set to host Love Island 2026.

The couple first met back in November at the EMA’s, and officially hard launched their relationship in May 2025, posting to the Love Island star’s Instagram on the 14th May, and being papp’ed at a romantic lunch the same day.

Ruben also reportedly dated Love Islander Arabella Chi, making a Love Island link between Maya and his ex-girlfriend.

So who is Maya's new man on the scene? Here is everything you need to know.

What does Ruben Dias do?

Rúben is a footballer for Manchester City and has been at the club and lived in the UK for over 4 years now.

The Portuguese player is a defender for the club and has been playing in that position since 2020.

He was the 2020/21 player of the Premier League and has remained a high-valued player.

How old is Ruben Dias?

Ruben Dias is 27, whereas Maya is 30, making the host the older of the two.

However, the football star has often been described as having “dad energy” and is praised for his maturity!

What is Rúben Dias’ net worth?

The defender signed a transfer contract worth almost £41 million, with an annual salary of almost £7 million.

His net worth is an estimated £60 million, meanwhile the net worth of girlfriend Maya which sits at roughly £2 million.

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