We might still be a good few months away from the start of the series, but the 2021 Dancing on Ice line-up is really beginning to take shape.
We’ve already had nine celebrities confirmed for the series, with more on the way, ahead of the expected January start date.
As usual, This Morning’s Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby will return as hosts for the popular show, which sees several celebs attempt to impress Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean and co with their routines on the ice.
So who’ll be flipping and looping when the show returns?
Here’s everything you need to know about the confirmed Dancing on Ice 2021 contestants, as well others rumoured to be joining them.
CONFIRMED
Rebekah Vardy
The latest celebrity to appear in the Dancing on Ice line-up has been revealed and it’s… Rebekah Vardy.
The 38-year-old model and TV personality, who is married to Leicester City footballer Jamie Vardy, was confirmed to be taking part in the contest on 29th September.
On her involvement in the show she said, “I’m so ready for the sequins and full glam squad. After months of lockdown it will be good to get the glam on.”
Graham Bell
Former Olympic skier Graham Bell joins the Dancing on Ice line-up for 2021.
The 54-year-old appeared on BBC Breakfast alongside his pal and fellow athlete Colin Jackson to confirm the news that they’d both be taking part in the new series.
He said: “Ice doesn’t scare me, it’s the dancing whereas I know you can dance, Colin.”
Bell then admitted that his dancing experience went as far as “dancing on tables, wearing ski boots in après ski. It’s not graceful and elegant”.
Sounds like he might want to brush up on those skills before he hits the ice next year!
Colin Jackson
Former sprinter and hurdling athlete Colin Jackson is ditching his running shoes for a pair of skates.
The 53-year-old hopes his sports background will help him out on the ice, saying in an interview on BBC Breakfast: “I can do a little bit of skating. I think with sport in itself you’ve certainly got a bit of balance and that will be transferable in this circumstance. How much dancing we’ll do, who knows?! We’ll see how the choreography goes.”
He does know it’s called Dancing on Ice right…
Sonny Jay
DJ sonny Jay will be swapping the DJ booth for the ice when the ITV show returns.
Fans will recognise him from the Capital Radio Breakfast Show, which he hosts alongside Roman Kemp and Sian Welby.
Revealing the news, he told his co-stars on September 25th: “I’m going to be doing Dancing on Ice! I’m so excited, I don’t know how I kept it a secret.”
And Kemp seems to believe his pal might have what it takes to swipe the glass trophy, saying: “We were talking about it..we’ve been talking about Denise Van Outen and Jason Donovan. Move them aside, Sonny’s gonna win this!”
Sounds like the pressure’s on!
Jason Donavon
The former Neighbours actor will be stepping onto the ice next year.
Speaking about his exciting news, Donovan – who rose to fame by playing Scott Robinson on the soap – said: “The news is out!! I am delighted to announce I am taking part in Dancing on Ice.”
He added on Twitter: “I’ve always loved my winter sports, skiing, skating, snowboarding… I quite like my après ski as well! I can’t wait to get on the ice, have some fun and bring a big smile to everyone’s face in 2021!”
Faye Brooks
Skating her way onto the ice next year is Corrie star Faye Brooks.
The actress – who is best known for playing Kate Connor on the long running soap – was announced as the fourth celeb to sign up for skating show.
Speaking on the Lorraine show, Brooks said: “I’m so excited! I had to meet with the team, they had to see me on the ice and there was a coach to review the basics.
Denise Van Outen
TV personality Denise Van Outen will be showing off her dancing skills on the ice come 2021.
The news was revealed on an episode of Loose Women, as Linda Robson accidentally blurted it out.
Nevertheless, Denise was happy the cat was finally out the bag, saying: “I’m really excited. Finally I get to tell people because I’ve literally kept this a secret.”
Joe-Warren Plant
Emmerdale actor Joe-Warren Plant was announced as the second celeb to join the DOI line up.
Speaking of his signing, the 18-year-old said: “I’m so excited to learn something new. I’m in it to win it, 100 per cent!”
Joe is best known for playing Jacob Gallagher on the ITV soap, which he joined in 2010.
Mylene Klass
The musician and TV presenter became the first celebrity confirmed for Dancing on Ice when it returns in the New Year.
Myleene shared the news on her Twitter, posting a promo pic as she wrote: “Guess who won’t be holding the coats by the side of the rink anymore!My girls have been begging me to do @dancingonice. I’ve always been scared my piano fingers will get sliced off! Anyway,I want to make them proud, show them I’m up for a challenge and try for a bum like Jlo.”
RUMOURED
Sally Dyvenor
Coronation Street actress Sally Dyvenor was reportedly spotted by The Sun heading to auditions for the hit show, so it’s possible we may see her on the ice next year.
The 57-year-old, who arrives on the Cobbles in 1986, wouldn’t be the first Corrie actress to take to the skates, with Lisa George (Beth Tinker) taking part in the 2020 series.
Mark ‘Bez’ Berry
The Happy Mondays’ star, who was reportedly seen by The Sun arriving at Dancing On Ice auditions, wouldn’t be a surprising pick for Dancing on Ice after proving popular on Celebrity Gogglebox this year.
The maracas maestro told RadioTimes.com this month that he “certainly wouldn’t say no” to Strictly, so given that Dancing on Ice swaps the ballroom for the ice rink, we can see Bez hitting the ice.
Luke Trotman
Love Island 2020 star Luke Trotman has been spotted heading to Dancing On Ice auditions and after showcasing his dancing abilities with girlfriend and fellow Love Island star Siannise Fudge, he seems like the perfect fit for the ITV competition.
He would be following in the footsteps of previous Love Island alumni, like winner Kem Cetinay, Wes Nelson and Maura Higgins.
Denise Lewis
British Olympian and sports presenter Denise Lewis is also rumoured to be in consideration for Dancing On Ice’s 2021 line-up.
The 47-year-old wouldn’t be the first athlete to take part on the show, with Dame Kelly Holmes, Steve Backley, swimmer Sharron Davies and gymnast Beth Tweddle taking part in previous seasons.
Dr Alex George
Love Island’s Dr Alex has also been reportedly spotted heading towards Dancing On Ice auditions, which would make him the second contestant from the ITV dating show up for consideration.
The A&E doctor occasionally appears on This Morning and Good Morning Britain as a medical correspondent, and hosts his own podcast – The Waiting Room.
Billie Faiers
TOWIE star Billie Faiers is rumoured to be interested in appearing on the ITV ice skating competition. She would be following in fellow co-star Gemma Collins footsteps, as the GC competed in 2019 with professional Matt Evers.
Baga Chipz
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK runner-up Baga Chipz could make Dancing On Ice herstory by becoming the first drag queen to compete on the show, after she was reportedly spotted heading to auditions for the ITV competition.
Since appearing on the first series of the UK drag competition, Baga Chipz has competed on Celebrity MasterChef, Pointless Celebrities, CelebAbility and appeared on X Factor: Celebrity. Dancing On Ice seems like the next logical step in the performer’s reality series journey.
Samantha Giles
Emmerdale actress Samantha Giles is also rumoured to be interested in appearing on Dancing On Ice 2021.
The actress, who is best known for playing Bernice Blackstock on the soap, would be following in the footsteps of costar Matthew Wolfenden, who won the ITV skating competition’s 2012 series.
Carly Stenson
Hollyoaks’ Carly Stenson has also reportedly been seen heading to Dancing On Ice auditions.
Best known for playing Steph Cunningham on the Channel 4 series, Stenson would be the first Hollyoaks star to appear on the competition since Richard Blackwood competed in 2019.
Jodie Prenger
West End star Jodie Prenger is also rumoured to be in consideration for a place on the skating competition’s celeb line-up.
The actress and singer, who won musical competition I’d Do Anything in 2008, has appeared on the Biggest Loser, Pointless Celebrities and Let’s Dance for Comic Relief in the past.
Wayne Bridge
English footballer Wayne Bridge was reportedly seen heading to Dancing On Ice auditions. The 39-year-old retired England player wouldn’t be the first footballer to compete on Dancing on Ice, with David Seaman, Lee Sharpe, Graeme Le Saux and Kevin Kilbane taking part in previous years.
Jake Canuso
Italian-British actor Jake Canuso is rumoured to be interested in the Dancing On Ice line-up. The Benidorm star, who played Mateo Castellanos in the ITV comedy, recently appeared in sitcom Scarborough, Bad Education and Cardinal Burns.
Dancing on Ice will return in 2021. You can also check out what else is on with our TV Guide.
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