Maura Higgins

Contestant on ABC’s “Dancing with the Stars”
Nov. 25 Ballymahon, Ireland

Maura Higgins is a standout global talent, presenter, model and media personality, currently having a major cultural moment following her runner-up finish on NBC’s “The Traitors.” Widely regarded as the biggest name to come out of “Love Island” globally, she made history as the first UK islander to cross into the U.S. series in a hosting capacity, fronting both “Love Island USA: Aftersun” and “Love Island Games: Aftersun.” Her momentum has been amplified by high-profile press runs with appearances on “TODAY” and “Watch What Happens Live,” alongside features in Elle, Vulture and more.

On the style front, Higgins has made headline appearances at the Golden Globes®, the British Fashion Awards, Glamour Women of the Year Awards and the TIME 100 Gala, earning widespread acclaim from Vogue, Glamour, Cosmopolitan and The Cut, with British Vogue naming her the “most divine woman on television.” With a global following of over six million and brand partnerships spanning L’Oréal Paris, M.A.C Cosmetics, Victoria’s Secret and many more, Higgins continues to cement her status as one of the most influential multiplatform talents today.

PERSONAL INFORMATION
HOMETOWN: Ballymahon, Ireland
BIRTHDATE: Nov. 25