ITV's Dancing on Ice fans spot 'feud' between Vanessa Bauer and Joey after she was 'fuming' at final result
13.03.2023 - 14:21
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
Dancing on Ice fans have spotted what they believe is a 'secret feud' between pro-skater Vanessa Bauer and her partner Joey Essex after she was filmed not looking too happy with the reality star following their final performance on the ITV show.
Viewers said the 26-year-old looked "fuming" after the pair took to the ice for the iconic bolero, with the former TOWIE star losing out to gymnast Nile Wilson and partner Olivia Smart in the final on Sunday.
Earlier in the show The Vivienne was eliminated from the final, leaving Nile and Joey to battle it out on the rink for the trophy.
Speaking after Nile's win was announced, Joey admitted he missed a few steps, saying: "I am so happy for Nile and Olivia – I know I missed a few steps. Best time of my life, thank you to everyone."
Reports of a romance between Joey and Vanessa have been a hot topic of discussion over the last few months, but Sunday night's show was all about the competition, with it being no secret Vanessa is a competitive performer who cracks down hard on her partners.
Fans picked up on how Vanessa appeared to be telling Joey what to do during the Bolero and looked miffed afterwards.
One viewer said on Twitter : "Vanessa looks p***ed off after the Bolero #dancingonice."
A second penned: "Oh please, Vanessa looked fuming even before the winner was announced."
Another viewer said: "Wonder what was up with Vanessa. She seemed so annoyed and kept telling Joey what to do.
"Joeys journey has been fantastic but for me Nile is the clear winner tonight."
One said: "Vanessa is looking epically p***ed off as Joey breaks under pressure!"
Another, referring to the moment Nile's win was announced, said: "The look on Vanessa face when her name wasn't called," followed by a line of