Michael Sheen says King Kenny and Maya Jama spend 'way too much time' together

Michael Sheen has inadvertently poured petrol on the fire of romance rumours surrounding Maya Jama and King Kenny. During an appearance on the BBC spin-off Celebrity Traitors: Uncloaked, the Welsh actor admitted he found the pair's close bond suspicious. According to the Daily Mail ^[2], Sheen remarked that they "spend way too much time together," adding that their proximity was "way too obvious" for anyone not secretly dating.

The actor, 57, was discussing the final round of the show when he revealed he had correctly guessed Maya was a Traitor. He told host Ed Gamble that he had initially suspected the two were working together as a couple, calling it a "killer blow" if true. Although he ultimately identified Maya alone, his commentary has sent the rumour mill into overdrive.

This follows reports that King Kenny, 29, was spotted sneaking out of Maya’s £1.5million London flat over the weekend. The Mirror reported ^[1] that the YouTuber had been staying at the TV presenter's home, though sources insist he slept on the sofa. The pair were both Traitors on the show, and their dynamic captivated viewers throughout the series.

Insiders have moved quickly to douse the flames. A source close to Maya told The Sun on Sunday that the pair are "genuinely really good friends" who built a stronger bond during filming. The source emphasised that Kenny "has been firmly on the sofa" and that they find the romantic speculation "hilarious." Maya is reportedly single and focused on her career after splitting from footballer Rúben Dias earlier this year.

However, the on-screen chemistry tells a different story to many fans. During the series, Kenny referred to Maya as his "lovely darling" and admitted that if she were a Traitor, he would never look at her the same way again. The intensity of their connection in the Ardross Castle turret has led to widespread online edits highlighting their lingering glances and playful touches.

Despite the rumours, neither party has confirmed a relationship. Kenny, who keeps his personal life largely private, was also seen attending Maya’s Halloween party in Shoreditch shortly after the finale. While Maya’s team has not issued a formal denial, the discrepancy between Sheen’s observations and the reported friendship status continues to intrigue viewers.