Maura Higgins Dazzles at Sports Illustrated Event in Miami
Miami – Irish television personality Maura Higgins captivated onlookers at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Dinner in Miami on Friday evening, showcasing her remarkable physique in a striking ensemble. This appearance followed an earlier daytime event where she also made a memorable fashion statement.
Chic Evening Attire
For the dinner, held at W South Beach and hosted by KYU x Drinking Pig, Higgins opted for a sophisticated black and white theme. She turned heads in a daring black bralette that prominently displayed her toned midriff. This was paired with a form-fitting, statement black and white skirt and a matching cropped blazer jacket. Completing the elegant look, she wore a pair of understated black heels, and her hair was styled in a sleek updo.
Daytime Glamour
Earlier in the day, Higgins attended a beach club party, presenting a different yet equally impressive style. She donned a sensational white racerback maxi dress, notably worn without a bra. Her daytime look was accessorized with bold gold jewelry and chic black sunglasses, accentuating her confident presence.
Hollywood Aspirations and Career Moves
Higgins has been actively pursuing her career in the United States, with recent reports indicating her participation in the upcoming season of ‘Dancing With The Stars’. Her journey since gaining fame on ‘Love Island UK’ has been marked by a series of high-profile opportunities. She has previously hosted ‘Love Island USA: Aftersun’, competed on ‘I’m A Celebrity…’, and most recently, featured in ‘The Traitors US’.
Her burgeoning career in America has led to speculation about her potential to secure roles in major Hollywood productions, with odds suggesting a strong possibility. Her presence at prestigious events, such as the Golden Globes earlier this year, where she mingled with prominent figures like Jennifer Lawrence and Leonardo DiCaprio, underscores her growing influence in the entertainment industry. During the Golden Globes, she was even recognized by rapper Snoop Dogg.
Expanding Influence in the US
Following her initial success in influencer and fashion ventures, Higgins made a significant move to the US in 2023. She began by working as a social media presenter and guest-hosting a challenge for ‘Love Island USA’ Season 5. Her role expanded in October of the same year when she became a social media presenter for ‘Love Island Games’. In 2024, she took on the role of host for ‘Love Island: Aftersun’.
Her television career also includes participation in ‘Dancing On Ice’ in 2020, which significantly boosted her profile. Higgins has been a consistent presence on ‘Love Island USA’s’ spin-off shows and is currently appearing on ‘The Traitors US’, with the series set to air in the UK later this year. She concluded her time on ‘Love Island UK’ Season 5 in 2019, finishing in fourth place with ex-boyfriend Curtis Pritchard.
To further her ambitions in the American market, Higgins signed with the public relations agency Align, known for cultivating US-based careers. This move appears to be directly linked to her increasing work in the United States, including her role in ‘The Traitors US’. Furthermore, she has joined Creative Artist Agency, a prominent US talent agency representing major stars like Lady Gaga.
Reports in June indicated that Higgins would no longer be hosting ‘Love Island USA’s Aftersun’, reportedly due to scheduling conflicts. However, she maintained that her involvement with the show would continue, later being named host of the new ‘Aftersun’ for ‘Love Island Games’ after impressing producers.
Adding another significant project to her resume, Higgins is competing in the second series of ‘The Traitors US’ for a $250,000 cash prize for her chosen charity. The current season is now airing, with the UK release anticipated later this year.
