A brand new host of celebrities will get their skates on for "the greatest show on ice" this winter, as Dancing on Ice returns for its 2023 series.
Love Island 2022 winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, EastEnders favourite Patsy Palmer and RuPaul's Drag Race UK series one winner The Vivienne are just some of the celebs who will show off their ice-skating skills on live TV for judges Oti Mabuse, Ashley Banjo, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, as well as viewers at home.
Here's your first official look at the full "class of 2023", featuring the Dancing on Ice celeb cast with their pro skating partners.
Dancing on Ice, presented by Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, returns on Sunday, January 15 at 6.30pm, airing on ITV1 and ITVX.
1
Alexandra Schauman and John Fashanu
TV presenter and former footballer John told his Instagram followers he's been "having a blast" on the ice with professional partner Alexandra Schauman.
2
Carley Stenson and Mark Hanretty
Last month, former, Hollyoaks star Carley revealed she's excited to take to the ice with Mark this January. The actress, who is best known for playing Steph Cunningham on the soap, completed several spins on the ice in a clip posted on social media, telling fans: "Finally think I’m getting the hang of this. Can’t wait now!".
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3
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Brendyn Hatfield
Love Island winner Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu appears to have the full support of her boyfriend and former co-star Davide Sanclimenti ahead of her stint on the show.
After being warned about a so-called 'Dancing on Ice curse' on social media, she tweeted: "If I hear one more thing about this Dancing on Ice curse I will laugh very hard. Dear oh me… well at least my man fully supports me."
4
Joey Essex and Vanessa Bauer
TOWIE's Joey Essex shared some insight into his Dancing on Ice training regime alongside fellow contestant Ekin-Su in October last year.
"It's just insane," Joey informed fans, in a post shared on the Love Island star's account. He went on to add in Ekin-Su's video that he was "actually just flying" across the rink during their skating session.
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5
Michelle Heaton and Łukasz Różycki
Liberty X singer Michelle Heaton revealed a leg injury ahead of her 2023 series' debut last month. The popstar shared a photo in early December where she was on crutches. Michaelle also previously posted about an "epic fall" which she experienced much earlier on in her skating journey, but added that she'd been "absolutely loving" training for the show.
6
Mollie Gallagher and Sylvain Longchambon
Coronation Street star Mollie has a special connection to her Dancing on Ice partner Sylvain. The professional ice dancer is married to Mollie's Corrie co-star Samia Longchambon, who has played Maria Connor on the ITV soap since 2000.
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7
Olivia Smart and Nile Wilson
British Gymnast Nile, 26, already has an Olympic bronze medal under his belt and is now hoping to make Yorkshire proud with his Sheffield-born partner Olivia on Dancing on Ice.
8
Patsy Palmer and Matt Evers
EastEnders favourite Patsy is "honoured" to be taking part in the 2023 series of Dancing on Ice and hopes her appearance "will inspire people to know that you are never too old to take up a new challenge."
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9
Siva Kaneswaran and Klabera Komini
The Wanted star Siva urged fans to "enjoy the journey" of learning after admitting that he gives himself a lot of "negative talk" ahead of learning news skills.
10
The Vivienne and Colin Grafton
RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne is delighted to be partnered with American skater Colin in this year's series.
"I honestly can’t thank you enough for being the most amazing partner! I can’t quite believe the progress. I couldn’t imagine skating with anyone else! This was meant to be!" the Welsh star wrote on Instagram.
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11
Tippy Packard and Darren Harriott
Comedian Darren Harriott "cannot believe the journey it has been thus far" training for Dancing on Ice with his pro partner Tippy. He is no doubt feeling the pressure to do well, as the ice dancer was a semi-finalist in series 14 with BMX racer Kye Whyte.
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