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Holly Willoughby, the former This Morning presenter, has shared a mysterious message about "fear and rejection" on her Wylde Moon brand's Instagram account, shortly after her successful return to TV screens. The 42 year old stepped down from her role as co-presenter of This Morning in October and her future on Dancing On Ice was uncertain until December 27, when ITV announced she would be returning to host the show with Stephen Mulhern. After expressing her excitement and nerves about the series opener on January 14, Holly's comeback went smoothly.

Dancing On Ice star Sonny Jay is expecting a baby with his girlfriend, Danielle Peazer.The ITV star and Danielle shared the happy news on social media with a heartwarming video. Sonny, who fans will remember from Britain's Got Talent as a part of cheeky boy band Loveable Rogues and currently hosting a radio show on Capital FM, could hardly contain his joy.

ITV bosses have teased a huge shake-up in this week's Dancing On Ice, having axed the dreaded skate-off for Sunday night's live show. The popular show returned to TV screens two weeks ago, with former professional boxer Ricky Hatton the first celeb axed from the star-studded line-up. Ricky had faced comedian Lou Sanders in the skate-off, with judges Oti Mabuse, Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean and Ashley Banjo all opting to save Lou.

Holly Willoughby's chemistry with Stephen Mulhern on Dancing on Ice isn't as magical as it was with Phillip Schofield, according to body language expert Darren Stanton. Holly, who recently returned to ITV after a three-month break, is co-hosting the show with Stephen following Phillip's departure due to an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a younger colleague. However, speaking on behalf Spin Genie, Darren has shared his thoughts on Holly's return to live TV and rapport with Stephen.

Libby Clegg has announced that she has split from fiancé Dan Powell.The Paralympic gold medallist, who reached the final of Dancing on Ice back in 2020, shared the sad news in a candid Instagram post, in which she reflected on her "hardest year" so far. Sharing a photo of herself and her son, she wrote: "Many of you may not know this but 2023 has been one of the hardest years of my life.There’s been a lot more downs than ups and at times I’ve really felt like giving up. "This little boy has brought me so much joy and happiness and made me smile even when I didn’t think it was possible.

With this year’s series of Dancing on Ice now well and truly in full swing, our favourite celebrities will be pouring their heart and soul into as many hours of gruelling rehearsals as possible to try and win the all-important votes to secure their place in the competition. But one star who knows the pressures of the show well is Loose Women panelist Denise Welch, who famously took part in the series back in 2011, where she was paired with professional skater Matt Evers. Now, 13 years on since that memorable stint on the ice which saw her come in a respectable fifth place overall, Denise has opened up about her time on the show on Matt’s very own podcast, Ice Breakers alongside Frankie Seaman.

After more than four years away, Patsy Palmer is bracing herself ahead of her return to Albert Square, because playing Bianca Jackson is the toughest job she’s ever had. When she’s not in the UK, Patsy lives in Malibu, California, soaking up year-round sunshine. It’s a far cry from the EastEnders set, where the actress spends long days soaking up puddles, grime and her character’s tears.

Dancing on Ice star and radio DJ Adele Roberts has announced the death of her mum, Jackie. The 44-year-old took to Instagram to share that she had dedicated her most recent dance on the show to her beloved mum who passed away at the beginning of January. Adele shared a heartwarming picture of her showing off her skating boots to her poorly mum, as well as a clip of Jackie watching her on the ice.

Adele Roberts became emotional on Dancing on Ice, as she received the highest score of the competition so far.The radio presenter, 44, had shared that the show has helped her "reclaim" her body following a battle with cancer that has left her needing a stoma bag. Her impressive performance on Sunday's show proved popular with the judges, as she received the highest score. However, Christopher Dean was quick to point out that while Adele certainly deserved her high score, professional skater Mark Hanretty perhaps did not, having fallen over during the otherwise impressive routine - something fans were quick to react to.

Ricky Hatton has become the first star to leave ITV's Dancing On Ice after losing out in the skate-off to comedian, Lou Sanders. Former professional boxer Ricky, 45, confessed that he was "gutted" to leave the show.

The second episode of Dancing On Ice kicked off tonight, which meant a new batch of celebs took to the ice for their first performance of the series. The famous faces swapping their day jobs for the challenge this week include Claire Sweeney, Adele Roberts, Michael David Edwards (aka Eddie the Eagle), Lou Sanders, Miles Nazaire, and Ricky Norwood.

Ricky Norwood, who played Arthur 'Fatboy' Chubb on EastEnders for six years, won over a lot of fans, but in 2015 was axed from the show despite being loved by viewers. Ricky, now 40, was let go from the show after he was caught in a compromising position off-screen and Fatboy was subsequently killed off in a Christmas storyline which left viewers devastated. However, in August 2023, the character surprisingly returned to Albert Square at the same time as Cindy Beale's (played by Michelle Collins) return, reports MyLondon.

Adele Roberts is set to take to lace up her skates as one of the 12 celebrity contestants competing in this year's Dancing On Ice. Her debut skate on Sunday, 21 January will be one for the history books, as she'll be the first contestant to skate with a stoma bag, as she's vowed to “reclaim her body” after surviving colon cancer. She was diagnosed in October 2021, before undergoing chemotherapy and having her tumour removed.Three years after her life-altering diagnosis, Adele, who first rose to fame in 2002 as a contestant on Big Brother 3, where she finished in seventh place, said: “I think it’s a privilege to be alive.

Miles Nazaire is one of the 12 celebs taking to the ice to compete on Dancing on Ice. Revealing the news on social media, Miles wrote: "I’ve always loved to dance but it’s usually on a dance floor on a Saturday night and Dancing on Ice looks so difficult. "I keep thinking about how I’m going to need to have rhythm while balancing on a thin blade and that's when I feel the nerves kick in, but this is such an unbelievable opportunity to get totally out of my comfort zone." Miles shot to fame when he joined Made In Chelsea back in 2018, becoming something of a lothario on the show, embarking on will-they-won’t-they romances with the likes of Emily Blackwell and Yaz Zweegers.

Josie Gibson, the This Morning presenter, has spoken out about her future on the ITV show after rumours started that she was planning to leave.The 38 year old's popularity soared after a successful stint in the I'm A Celebrity jungle in December, and she has since landed a role on Dancing On Ice. Earlier this week, though, she sparked fears she wouldn't be returning to the daytime show after sharing a "last day" message with her fans.

As the first celebrities prepare to take to the ice on Sunday’s Dancing on Ice live show, our favourite stars have all been throwing in a few last minute rehearsals to try and nail each element of their routine before the all important performance. Among those stars this year, is Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney, who jumped at the chance of taking part after falling in love with the show and the beautiful routines on screen.

Dancing on Ice star Adele Roberts has opened up on her reasons for signing up to the show after a cancer battle ,saying "you've got to embrace life".The 44-year-old radio DJ was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2021, but, thankfully, she went on to get the all-clear in 2022. Adele now wears a stoma, which she's nicknamed Audrey. A stoma is pouch on the stomach which allows waste to leave the body after losing part of the colon.The radio star spoke about her career as well as her appearance on Big Brother in 2002, and revealed the real reason she chose to do radio - so people can't see her.

With Dancing on Ice now officially underway for the 16th series, our favourite celebrities have been getting to grips with the ice for a few last minute practice runs before Sunday’s all important live show. Among those stars this year are Miles Nazaire, Eddie Edwards and Ricky Hatton, who will all be hoping to impress the judging panel with their fancy footwork and flawless skating on the ice. However, ahead of that all important ice debut, nerves have been running high among the contestants, with Eddie in particular feeling more than a little anxious about Sunday’s live show.

Dancing on Ice's Colin Grafton recieved some heartbreaking news just days before the show's launch.The professional figure skater, who is currently parternered with Coronation Street actress Claire Sweeney, reportedly recieved the terrifying news that his father, Roy, had suffered an unexpected stroke on Wednesday, January 10. Following the scary news, Colin opted to remain in the UK rather than flying back to the US, as he knew that his dad would have wanted him to continue on the show.

Holly Willoughby’s fans have been left blown away by a ‘stunning’ unseen snap from behind the scenes at Dancing On Ice. The presenter’s stylist Dannii Whiteman, who is also a contributor to her lifestyle brand Wylde Moon, took to Instagram to share a picture of Holly’s glamorous outfit as she returned to host the celebrity skating show.

Stephen Mulhern has responded after he was "punched" by champion boxer Ricky Hatton during the launch of Dancing On Ice on Sunday night, 14 January. The TV funny man and presenter made his highly-anticipated debut alongside Holly Willoughby on the ITV competition show, having taken over from previous host Phillip Schofield. But in a completely unexpected skit on the show, Stephen, 46, was knocked flying by the show contestant.

Holly Willoughby has injected some "fun" into Dancing On Ice, as fans praised her TV return. Last year saw Holly, 42, step down for her hosting gig at This Morning, and for a number of months fans had been left questioning if she would be returning to Dancing On Ice this January.

Phillip Schofield reportedly didn't tune in to watch Holly's return to Dancing on Ice over the weekend because he's still feeling "bruised." Holly's former This Morning co-host, Phillip, 61, stepped down from all of his roles at ITV last year after admitting he lied about an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a much younger colleague. Last year, reports also surfaced of a feud and breakdown in the relationship between Holly and Phillip, who also previously fronted Dancing on Ice together. Holly made her return to the popular celebrity ice-skating competition over the weekend with co-host Stephen Mulhern after taking a four-month hiatus from TV due to an alleged plot to kidnap her.

The stars came out for the premiere of ITV's Dancing on Ice as its famous cast made their rink debuts - however, there was one celebrity cameo that took viewers by surprise. Co-hosts Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern treated contestant Ricky Hatton to a message of support from boxing champion Tyson Fury, who appeared via video message to wish him luck.

Dancing On Ice viewers have given their verdict on Stephen Mulhern 's performance as the ITV show's newest presenter after the Deal or No Deal star replaced Phillip Schofield in the role. The show's newest host made his Dancing on Ice debut tonight, taking over from Phillip Schofield after the former This Morning host resigned from all ITV projects over an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a much younger male colleague last year. Stephen, 46, stepped out alongside Holly Willoughby in tonight's live series premiere, with Dancing on Ice fans calling him a "breath of fresh air" in the role.

After announcing her departure from This Morning back in October 2023, it’s safe to say we’ve missed seeing Holly Willoughby on our screens. Of course, it’s not just the presenter we’ve missed – it’s her incredible wardrobe too.

Dancing on Ice 2024 will kick off on Sunday, 14 January with a fresh set of celebrities ready to take to the ice as they battle to be crowned the winner of the ITV show. 11 famous faces are set to take part, including Claire Sweeney, Amber Davies, Ricky Hatton, Miles Nazaire, Adele Roberts and Ricky Norwood, with Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern taking on presenting duties. Two new professional skaters - Amani Fancy and Simon Senecal - have also joined the line-up, following the departure of Matt Evers.

Dancing On Ice 2024 is set to kick off on Sunday, 14 January, and there's no doubt this year's celebrities are feeling nervous ahead of their first performance on the ice. One star who is definitely feeling the pressure is ex-Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas, 39, who has said that he is hoping to make his teenage daughter Scarlett, 15 - who he shares with ex Tina O'Brien - proud, as she thinks he'll "be good" at skating. Speaking ahead of the Dancing on Ice launch, dad-of-three Ryan said: "I've got something to prove to myself that I can actually learn and improve.

ITV's Dancing on Ice has shared a first look at the presenters and judging panel for the 2024 series, and it hasn't disappointed. Holly Willoughby is set to reprise her role alongside new co-host Stephen Mulhern, who will replace Phillip Schofield in the upcoming show.

With Dancing On Ice returning to our screens, the show is set to see a whole new host of celebrity contestants attempt to perfect the craft of figure skating. Now in its 15th season, the show will bring all the drama and elegance of previous series, though this time with new presenting duo Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern. Joining the likes of soap legend Claire Sweeney, Love Island star Amber Davies and S Club’s Hannah Spearritt on the ice is Olympian Greg Rutherford, who has sweetly paid tribute to his dance partner Vanessa James ahead of their debut on the show.