DOI FIRST LOOK: Oti Mabuse and Holly Willoughby look glamorous in stunning gowns
Oti Mabuse and Holly Willoughby looked glam as they posed for promotional photos ahead of Dancing On Ice’s 2023 release.
The presenters and judges of the ITV shows seemed eager to get started after confirming that the show will return in January.
The 32-year-old former Strictly pro looked the epitome of elegance in a cream-colored dress, which showed off her incredible figure.
Looking good: Phillip Schofield and a glamorous Holly Willoughby posed for promo photos ahead of the Dancing On Ice 2023 release
This Morning host Holly, 41, stood out in a sparkly silver dress with a daring thigh-high slit, teamed with matching strappy heels.
Phillip Schofield, who co-hosts DOI with Holly, looked sharp in a beige blazer, which he wore over a black top and matching pants.
Ashley Banjo, who recently split from wife Francesca Abbott after 16 years together, looks dapper in a gray suit.
Jayne Torvill wowed in a blue dress, while Christopher Dean donned a matching navy suit.
Stunning: Former strictly professional Oti Mabuse, 32, looked the epitome of chic in a cream-colored dress, showing off her incredible figure
Siva Kaneswaran has been confirmed as the latest star to sign up for the new Dancing On Ice series, and the full star cast has been revealed.
The 33-year-old “Wanted” singer is the 11th celebrity competitor in the ITV figure skating competition which will air in January.
A TV source told The Sun: “He’s a great addition to the show – The Wanted still has a huge, loyal fan base.”
“After all the boys have come through this year with the loss of their bandmate Tom Parker, the fans will be looking forward to seeing him continue to the end in Tom’s memory.”
Glam: The ITV shows judges seemed eager to get going after confirming the show will return in January (Oti Mabuse, Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean and Ashley Banjo pictured left to right)
Former Liberty X star Michelle Heaton was announced to be the 10th celebrity to sign up for DOI’s upcoming series.
The 43-year-old singer confirmed the exciting news on Lorraine on Monday, as she told the presenter that she ‘never’ could have competed in previous years due to the damage alcoholism caused to her body.
She said: ‘I’m so excited, I can’t believe it. The kids and I are big fans and we watch all the series. I never would have been able to compete because of the shape of my body and I am so thankful that I got this this year to be able to do it properly.
‘I have no idea what I’m doing. I’m not a skater. I’ve been on the ice a couple of times to audition. I pick up my skates tomorrow.
Dressed to impress: Jayne Torvill wowed in a blue dress, while Christopher Dean donned a matching navy suit
After confirming that he would appear on the show, Darren Harriott joked that his “giant feet” could be problematic.
The 34-year-old comedian joined Trisha Goddard on Talk TV to confirm that she was the ninth celebrity in the lineup, where said: ‘I have giant feet, I don’t skate and I can’t dance!
‘My family has already placed bets, they are betting that I will fall in the first episode!’
Dapper: Ashley Banjo, who recently split from wife Francesca Abbott after 16 years together, looks dapper in a gray suit.
It was previously announced that actress and DJ Patsy Palmer, soccer legend John Fashanu and Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu would also appear in the new series.
TOWIE star Joey Essex was introduced as the eighth star to sign on for the hit show, following RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’s The Vivienne and Coronation Street star Mollie Gallagher and Olympic gymnast Nile Wilson.
Eleven celebrities will embark on the ultimate challenge as they hit the ice each week, skating live in a bid to impress both the panel and home viewers.
Dancing on Ice returns this January on ITV1 and ITVX
DANCING ON ICE 2023: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
PATSY PALMER
YEARS: fifty
PROFESSION: actress and dj
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: “I’ve turned it down before because I was terrified, but when I turned 50 I made a pact to get out of my confrontation zone. ‘
EKIN-SU CULCULOGLU
YEARS: 28
PROFESSION: love island star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I have incredible news to tell you. I’m so excited, I can’t wait to get on the ice and skate. Stay tuned and see you on the ice.
mollie gallagher
YEARS: 24
PROFESSION: Actress
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: “I don’t have the best coordination, so when people find out they’ll laugh, but I don’t want to spend my life saying ‘I can’t do this, I can’t do that’.”
JOEY ESSEX
YEARS: 32
PROFESSION: Former TOWIE star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m so excited. I wanted something in my life with structure and it’s more serious than I usually do.’
carley stenson
YEARS: 36
PROFESSION: Actress and West End star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m so excited to be able to learn to dance…on ice! I’m terrified but I can’t wait, I just want to make the most of this whole experience.”
SIVA KANESWARAN
AGE: 33
PROFESSION: Singer
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: “I want to learn to skate and make my family proud of me and put on a show for all to see.”
John Fashanu
YEARS: 60
PROFESSION: Former footballer and expert
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m definitely in it to win it. And this may be one of the scariest things I’ve ever signed up for, but I couldn’t be more up for the challenge!’
NILE WILSON
YEARS: 26
PROFESSION: olympic gymnast
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I haven’t ice skated a lot, but I’m very excited for the opportunity. I’m so excited to get into that routine and feel like an athlete again.’
JAMES LEE WILLIAM AKA LA VIVIENNE
YEARS: 29
PROFESSION: drag queen
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: “To be the first drag performer to take part in one of the UK’s biggest reality competitions is an honor and a big step forward for queer representation on TV.’
DARREN HARRIOT
PROFESSION: Funny
YEARS: 3. 4
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I have giant feet, I don’t skate and I can’t dance. My family has already placed bets, they are betting that I will fall in the first episode!
MICHELLE HEATON
AGE: 43
PROFESSION: Singer
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: “I’ve always wanted to do it, but I know I never would have been able to complete anything because of the shape I was in 18 months ago, so I’m really thankful that I got it done this year when I’m here.” much stronger.