Full line-up confirmed for Dancing On Ice 2023
The show will return in January!
With Christmas fast approaching (yes it really is), thoughts are turning to the New Year in the world of TV, which means the return of popular entertainment show Dancing On Ice!
As hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield get set for the new series in January, this year's hopefuls have been unveiled.
Who has signed up for Dancing On Ice?
Dancing On Ice bosses started to unveil the 2023 cast in October, with former EastEnders actress Patsy Palmer being the first name on the list. Celebs such as Joey Essex, The Vivienne, Nile Wilson and John Fashanu were also unveiled, with The Wanted singer Siva Kaneswaran being the last to join the line-up on Tuesday 11th October.
See the full Dancing On Ice 2023 line-up below:
Nile Wilson
Olympic gymnast Nile Wilson revealed the exciting news that he had joined the Dancing On Ice line-up on his YouTube channel, where he said: "I'm going to be on ITV's Dancing on Ice! This is a really cool thing. I've certainly not done much ice-skating but I am so excited for the opportunity. I'm so excited to get into that routine and to feel like an athlete again."
Joey Essex
Reality TV legend Joey Essex is feeling very competitive after signing up! He said on This Morning: "I would love to win. I'm going to put all my energy into this. This stage in my life, I'm so ready for this."
The Vivienne
RuPaul Drag Race UK series one winner The Vivienne has also signed up for the show, writing on social media: 'I'm beyond excited to announce that I will be competing in Dancing on Ice in 2023! This is honestly a dream come true and I can't wait to start training on the ice. To be the first drag artist to take part in one of the big UK reality competition shows is truly an honour. I think it's a big step forward for queer representation on TV.'
Mollie Gallagher - ELIMINATED
Coronation Street actress Mollie Gallagher will be taking to the ice this winter. She announced that she had joined the show while on Lorraine, where she said: "I'm really excited. I've not really felt nervous yet, strangely. But being here today, I am now feeling it a little bit!"
She added that she will be seeking advice from her Coronation Street co-stars, saying: "I'll be getting all the tips I can because I'm going to need it!"
Siva Kaneswaran - ELIMINATED
The Wanted singer Siva Kaneswaran completes the line-up. He told Good Morning Britain: "I'm very excited. I'm trying to be positive and not be in a fearful mindset! I'm looking forward to meeting all the cast. I want to learn how to skate and make my family proud of me and put on a show for everyone to see and hopefully not make a fool of myself!"
Carley Stenson - ELIMINATED
Former Hollyoaks actress Carley said of joining the line-up: "I'm so excited that I get to learn how to dance...on ice! I'm terrified but can't wait - I just want to make the most of this whole experience."
Darren Harriott - ELIMINATED
Comedian Darren revealing the news to Trisha Goddard on Talk TV, Darren said: "I've got giant feet, I don't skate and I can't dance! My family has already made bets - they're making bets that I'll fall on the first episode!"
Patsy Palmer - ELIMINATED
50-year-old Patsy Palmer has joined the 2023 series, she's best known for her portrayal of Bianca Jackson in EastEnders. She said: "I wanted to challenge myself and get out of my comfort zone. I thought 'I'll just go for it' and it seems like a lot of fun.
"My pact that I made with myself when I was 50 was I have to do things to challenge myself for the next couple of years. This is for all the 50 year-olds out there that think they can't challenge themselves!"
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu - ELIMINATED
Love Island fans were over the moon when 2022 winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu was announced! Speaking on Good Morning Britain, Ekin-Su said: "I've got some amazing news to tell you, I'm going to be doing this year's Dancing on Ice! I'm so excited, I can't wait to get myself on the ice and skate. Stay tuned and see you on the ice!"
Michelle Heaton - ELIMINATED
Liberty X singer Michelle Heaton was the 10th celeb to be announced. Speaking to Lorraine Kelly, she said: "I'm so excited - I can't believe it. Me and the kids are such huge fans of the show in general. I've always wanted to do it but I know I would never have been able to complete anything because of the way I was 18 months ago, so I'm really truly grateful that I've got it this year when I'm a lot stronger."
John Fashanu - ELIMINATED
Former footballer turned TV host John Fashanu was the second celeb to be announced for the 2023 series, with the 60-year-old saying: "I'm so excited to be a part of Dancing on Ice! I don't think it'll come as a surprise to people that I'm very competitive - I am 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 ready for the challenge!"
After a pretty chaotic 2021 series of the show, which saw a massive seven celebrities being forced to quit due to injury and COVID-19, this year's series was a lot more successful. Airing between January-March, the 2022 series saw the likes of Sally Dynevor, Liberty Poole and Bez take to the ice.
The 2022 final took place on Sunday 27th March, with Regan Gascoigne, Brendan Cole and Pussycat Doll Kimberley Wyatt battling it out for the trophy. Following the spectacular final, it was Paul Gascoigne's son who was crowed the winner.
When does Dancing On Ice start?
Although there's been no official start date announced just yet, it's understood the brand new series of Dancing On Ice will begin in mid-January 2023.
Now read:
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