Everything we know so far about Dancing On Ice 2025
The popular show has been renewed!
Ever since it returned back in 2018, ITV/STV entertainment show Dancing On Ice has been loved by viewers, so it's no surprise the show has been renewed for a 17th series in early 2025.
With rumours starting to heat up about about which celebs will be taking part, here's everything you need to know about the show, including the potential start date, the rumoured celebs, and the past winners.
Will there be another series?
Following the 2024 final, hosts Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern confirmed Dancing On Ice would be back for a 17th series in 2025.
Holly said: "That is it for this series. Thank you to all of our couples for taking part," before thanking the judging panel."
Stephen added: "And a big thanks to you for watching and voting. We are back next year with the brand new class of 2025. Do not miss it! Until then, goodbye."
When does it start?
There's been no word on a start date for the 17th series just yet, but we suspect it will arrive in January 2025 some time.
The 2024 series kicked off on Sunday 14th January at 6.45pm.
Which celebs have signed up?
This year's celebs are yet to be announced, but bosses usually begin to release the line-up towards the end of September.
When is the final?
No date for the 2025 final has been set.
The series 16 final took place on Sunday 10th March.
Who is hosting Dancing On Ice?
Just like they did for the 2024 series, it's understood Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern will host series 17 of Dancing On Ice in 2025.
What channel is Dancing On Ice on?
Dancing On Ice airs on ITV1 and ITVX, and STV and STV Player for viewers in Scotland.
Which professional skaters are on Dancing On Ice?
It hasn't yet been announced which professional skaters will take part in the 2025 series.
The professional skaters for the 2024 series were announced on 23rd October 2023. As well as some returning favourites, there were four brand new face announced, in the form of two time British national champion Amani Fancy, six time French national champion Vanessa James, former German and Czech national champion Annette Dytrt, and former American national champion and Winter Olympian Simon Senecal.
Others included Vanessa Bauer, Colin Grafton, Mark Hanretty, Brendyn Hatfield, Sylvain Longchambon and Tippy Packard, with Andy Buchanan and Robin Johnstone returning after one year off.
Who are the Dancing On Ice judges?
It hasn't yet been announced who will be on Dancing On Ice judging panel for the 2025 series just yet. Oti Mabuse, Ashley Banjo, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean all appeared in 2024.
During the 2024 series, American figure skater Johnny Weir replaced Ashley on the panel as he went off on tour with Diversity. Johnny sat in for Ashely until the semi-finals, when Ashley returned.
How does the judging work on Dancing On Ice?
As the judging panel then decide who stays and who leaves out of the bottom two, each week Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean will alternate the role of Head Judge. In the event of a tie, it'll be down to them to decide leaves the competition.
How do I vote on Dancing On Ice?
After all of the celebs have performed, viewers at home are given a chance to vote for their favourite routine.
For the first time ever in 2024, voting was online ONLY, completely free on the app.
Voting information for the 2025 series hasn't yet been announced.
Who won Dancing On Ice last?
Following a tense final on Sunday 10th March, Ryan Thomas and his partner Amani Fancy were crowned the winners of 16 series, after a public vote.
Ryan and Amani saw off competition from Miles Nazaire and Vanessa Bauer, and Adele Roberts and Mark Hanretty.
See the ultimate recap of Dancing On Ice series 16 right here.
When was Dancing On Ice not on TV?
After nine series, Dancing On Ice came to an end on the 9th March 2014 after the show's contract was not renewed. However, Dancing On Ice made a comeback in 2018, proving to be very successful with viewers.
Which celebrities have won Dancing On Ice?
There have been a total of 15 winners of Dancing On Ice to date. Emmerdale actress Gaynor Faye was the very first winner back in 2006, with former star of The X Factor Ray Quinn winning the 2014 All Stars series, after beating the likes of Hayley Tamaddon and Beth Tweddle.
Other winners of the show include Suzanne Shaw, Matthew Wolfenden, Sam Attwater and Kyran Bracken.
Check out all of the past winners below:
Gaynor Faye - 2006
Emmerdale actress Gaynor Faye won the first ever series of Dancing On Ice alongside her professional ice skating partner Daniel Whiston, under the watchful eye of judges Robin Cousins, Karen Barber, Nicky Slater, Jason Gardiner and Karen Kresge.
Kyran Bracken - 2007
Rugby player Kyran Bracken won the show - and the hearts of viewers - in the second series. Beating Clare Buckfield in the final showdown, Kyran won with his professional partner Melanie Lambert.
Suzanne Shaw - 2008
Hear'Say singer Suzanne Shaw won the 2008 series with professional ice skater Matt Evers. Both of their final performances scored a perfect 30/30, which was the first time that had happened on the show, beating runner-up Chris Fountain.
Ray Quinn - 2009 & 2014
X Factor star-turned-Broadway star Ray Quinn won the show in 2009 alongside his professional partner Maria Filippov. The couple beat journalist Donal MacIntyre and his partner Florentine Houdinière with their final performance. He also won the returners' series in 2014.
Hayley Tamaddon - 2010
Corrie and** Emmerdale actress Hayley won with second-time winner Daniel Whiston, beating Hollyoaks star Gary Lucy to the top spot. She also made it to the final of the returners' show in 2014, finishing second to Ray Quinn.
Sam Attwater - 2011
EastEnders actor Sam Attwater won the coveted prize of first place in 2011 wth his partner Brianne Delcourt, beating TV presenter Laura Hamilton. The pair also returned for the 2014 series, but finished fourth.
Matthew Wolfenden - 2012
Emmerdale actor Matthew Wolfenden won the 2012 series with his professional ice skating partner Nina Ulanova, beating fellow soap star Jorgie Porter to the top. This was also the year that Louie Spence joined the judging panel, if you remember...
Beth Tweddle - 2013
Olympic champion gymnast Beth Tweddle won the 2013 series alongside her partner Daniel Whiston in his THIRD win on the show. She beat EastEnders actor Matt Lapinskas and his partner Brianne Delcourt, and came third in the 2014 returners' series with Łukasz Różycki.
Jake Quickenden - 2018
Former The X Factor star Jake Quickenden was the clear winner for the revived series of Dancing On Ice in 2018, winning the show with his partner Vanessa Bauer.
James Jordan - 2019
Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan swapped the ballroom for the ice in 2019, and he showed off his amazing moves alongside skating partner Alexandra Schauman.
James beat Love Island star Wes Nelson and former X Factor contestant Saara Aalto in the final.
Joe Swash - 2020
Perhaps the most surprising result in Dancing On Ice history! Joe Swash and his pro partner Alex Murphy were crowned the 2020 winners beating Diversity star Perri Kiely in the final.
Sonny Jay - 2021
After the most chaotic series in Dancing On Ice history, which saw five celebs have to quit the show, Sonny Jay was crowned the winner ahead of Colin Jackson and Corrie actress Faye Brookes.
Regan Gascoigne - 2022
Paul Gascoigne's son Regan Gascoigne was crowned the 2022 winner of Dancing On Ice, in perhaps the most competitive final in history! Regan and his pro partner Karina Manta were up against Brendan Cole and Kimberley Wyatt in the final.
Nile Wilson - 2023
After a tense final alongside Joey Essex and The Vivienne in March 2023, gymnast Nile Wilson was crowned the 2023 winner with his professional partner Olivia Smart.
Ryan Thomas - 2024
Former Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas and his partner Amani Fancy were crowned the winners of series 16 during the final on Sunday 10th March 2024. Ryan received the most public votes during a tense final with Miles Nazaire and Vanessa Bauer and Adele Roberts and Mark Hanretty.
Why did Jason Gardiner leave Dancing On Ice?
In shocking news, Jason Gardiner announced that he would not be returning to the panel for the 2020 series. Taking to Instagram in August 2019, Jason posted a video and said: "After all these years I feel it's time for me to say goodbye to my judging role and return to things I have been putting on hold and have been on the back burner for a while.
"To all of my DOI fans I really thank you for your support and encouragement over the years, I know we've gone through some controversies and I'm glad you got my unique judging style and honestly."
Dancing On Ice will return in early 2025.
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