Kem Cetinay reveals his biggest Dancing on Ice fears
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Author: Emma DoddsPublished 4th Jan 2018 Last updated 1st Mar 2018
Love Island's Kem Cetinay had an amazing 2017. The reality star went from being a barber in Essex, to being one of the most recognised faces on British TV, in the space of just six months after his appearance on the dating reality TV show.
Despite the show's opening episode being just a few days away now, Kem has admitted to heat magazine that there are certain aspects of the show that still make him nervous.
Chatting exclusively to heat, Kem said, "I’m worried about the lifts. All the other blokes are way over six foot, but when I pick up Alex, my professional skating partner, she’s still in front of my face. I’m only 5ft 10!"
But Kem isn't bothered about his height in general, adding, "I’m not self-conscious about my height, I’ve just always wanted to be taller. But it’s never stopped me with girls."
The TV star is taking his practise very seriously - even getting up in the middle of the night!
"My mum keeps hearing these thuds at about 4am, so comes into my room and I’m up and doing stretches and lunges in my sleep," he laughed.
"It’s so weird, but I’m constantly thinking about skating. I was really demoralised at first as the other celebs picked it up really fast. I still can’t even touch my toes.
"But I’ve become a bit obsessive about it. I had a month’s training before I met Alex and was supposed to be able to skate backwards and do turns, so when she first came to training she had her head in her hands when she saw I could hardly stand up!"
He's not letting it get the better of him though, and determinedly he added, "But I’m getting better, and I’m putting the Kem touch on my routines."
Dancing On Ice starts this weekend on ITV and you can read the full interview with Kem in this week’s heat magazine on sale now.
Take a look at all the celebrities taking part in Dancing On Ice 2018:
Brooke Vincent
Brooke Vincent
The first Dancing on Ice contestant has been confirmed and it's none other than Coronation Street star… Brooke Vincent! She revealed she's taking part because she "loves a challenge and ice-skating is an amazing skill".
Kem Cetinay reveals his biggest Dancing on Ice fears
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Stephanie Waring
Stephanie Waring
Stephanie, 39, confirmed that she was the last celebrity to sign up to the show which is due to air in January next year.
Brooke Vincent
Brooke Vincent
The first Dancing on Ice contestant has been confirmed and it's none other than Coronation Street star… Brooke Vincent! She revealed she's taking part because she "loves a challenge and ice-skating is an amazing skill".
Cheryl Baker
Cheryl Baker
TV presenter Cheryl Baker has CONFIRMED her place on the next series of Dancing On Ice!
Kem Cetinay
Kem Cetinay
Kem, 21, appeared on reality show Love Island earlier this year, and has already become a massive star thanks to his friendship with co-star Chris Hughes, who was embroiled in a heated argument with Katie Price.
Candice Brown
Candice Brown
Candice, who won The Great British Bake Off 2016, will appear as a contestant on the ice skating talent show.
Max Evans
Max Evans
Max, along with Candice, was confirmed to appear on the show on Chris Evans' BBC Radio Two show.
Jake Quickenden
Jake Quickenden
Jake, who appeared on the singing show in both 2012 and 2014, was confirmed on Lorraine. He said: "I'm terrified. I had my first training session yesterday - I was freezing! Ice is cold!"
Monty Panesar
Monty Panesar
Speaking on BBC Radio Five Live, Monty announced his signing to the show as the seventh celeb. leave the show
Lemar Obika
Due to Monty's injury, Lemar has stepped in as a back-up to take part in Dancing On Ice 2018. He's been rehearsing in secret just in case anyone seriously injured themselves, and now he's stepped up to the plate.
Alex Beresford
Alex Beresford
Alex confirmed his appearance after he presented a weather segment on Good Morning Britain.
Donna Air
Donna Air
Donna, 38, who once dated James Middleton - brother of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, previously appeared on Splash!, a show fronted by Tom Daly which saw celebs learn how to dive.
Perri Shakes-Drayton
Perri Shakes-Drayton
Perri, 28, who competed as a sprinter in the 2012 London Olympics, confirmed her appearance in an interview on BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Antony Cotton
Antony Cotton
Coronation Street fans, you're definitely going to enjoy the newest series of Dancing on Ice because the show is now home to TWO Weatherfield residents!
Stephanie Waring
Stephanie Waring
Stephanie, 39, confirmed that she was the last celebrity to sign up to the show which is due to air in January next year.
Brooke Vincent
Brooke Vincent
The first Dancing on Ice contestant has been confirmed and it's none other than Coronation Street star… Brooke Vincent! She revealed she's taking part because she "loves a challenge and ice-skating is an amazing skill".
Cheryl Baker
Cheryl Baker
TV presenter Cheryl Baker has CONFIRMED her place on the next series of Dancing On Ice!
Kem Cetinay
Kem Cetinay
Kem, 21, appeared on reality show Love Island earlier this year, and has already become a massive star thanks to his friendship with co-star Chris Hughes, who was embroiled in a heated argument with Katie Price.
Candice Brown
Candice Brown
Candice, who won The Great British Bake Off 2016, will appear as a contestant on the ice skating talent show.
Max Evans
Max Evans
Max, along with Candice, was confirmed to appear on the show on Chris Evans' BBC Radio Two show.
Jake Quickenden
Jake Quickenden
Jake, who appeared on the singing show in both 2012 and 2014, was confirmed on Lorraine. He said: "I'm terrified. I had my first training session yesterday - I was freezing! Ice is cold!"
Monty Panesar
Monty Panesar
Speaking on BBC Radio Five Live, Monty announced his signing to the show as the seventh celeb. leave the show
Lemar Obika
Due to Monty's injury, Lemar has stepped in as a back-up to take part in Dancing On Ice 2018. He's been rehearsing in secret just in case anyone seriously injured themselves, and now he's stepped up to the plate.
Alex Beresford
Alex Beresford
Alex confirmed his appearance after he presented a weather segment on Good Morning Britain.
Donna Air
Donna Air
Donna, 38, who once dated James Middleton - brother of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, previously appeared on Splash!, a show fronted by Tom Daly which saw celebs learn how to dive.
Perri Shakes-Drayton
Perri Shakes-Drayton
Perri, 28, who competed as a sprinter in the 2012 London Olympics, confirmed her appearance in an interview on BBC Radio 1Xtra.
Antony Cotton
Antony Cotton
Coronation Street fans, you're definitely going to enjoy the newest series of Dancing on Ice because the show is now home to TWO Weatherfield residents!
Stephanie Waring
Stephanie Waring
Stephanie, 39, confirmed that she was the last celebrity to sign up to the show which is due to air in January next year.
