Dancing On Ice 2023 line-up revealed in full as final contestant named

DANCING On Ice's 11 stars can today be revealed - just as their hard work begins.

ITV has assembled a stellar cast of soap stars, sport legends and even a Love Island winner.

Here's who we can expect to see slipping, sliding and gliding when the show returns in 2023.

Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu

She spent the summer roasting in the sun of the Love Island villa's garden - but it's about to get chilly for Ekin-Su.

Like all celebs, training for Dancing On Ice's 2023 series starts right away with the 28-year-old star packed off to her local rink.

During the show she'll be cheered on by Italian boyfriend Davide Sanclimenti, who she won Love Island with, though hopefully he'll avoid his immortal villa catchphrase: "Actress! Liarrrrr!"

John Fashanu

John knows a bit about rough-and-tumble having been part of Wimbledon FC's "Crazy Gang" before overseeing the mayhem as host of Gladiators.

It remains to be seen if the tough-nut ex-striker will perform with swan-like grace, but he's certainly willing to try.

John, 60, said: "This may be one of the scariest things I've ever signed up for but I couldn't be more ready for the challenge!"

Carley Stenson

Hollyoaks legend Carley was congratulated by her soap pals after she was confirmed for the show.

The star, 40, is mum to a one-year-old daughter called Skye Bella with husband Danny Mac, who played Dodger in Hollyoaks and was a finalist on Strictly.

A source told The Sun: "He's sure to be sharing some valuable advice for her as she prepares to take to the rink.

"But after carving out her own career as a performer on TV and later in the West End she already knows a thing or two about dazzling audiences."

Joey Essex

Reality TV veteran Joey, 32, has finally struck upon a show he hasn't appeared on yet.

He told This Morning after being revealed, saying: "I've done all the dating shows. I like doing serious stuff, but this is a competition.

"I would love to win."

Joey has starred on - deep breath - I'm A Celeb, The Jump, Celebrity Ex On The Beach, Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Celebs Go Dating: The Mansion, and many others.

Mollie Gallagher

Coronation Street stars have a long history on Dancing On Ice with Sally Dynevor, Faye Brookes and Samia Longchambon all appearing.

Mollie, 24, who plays Roy Cropper's niece Nina, said she would be seeking tips from her co-stars.

She told Lorraine Kelly: "I’ll be getting all the tips I can because I’m going to need it!”

The Vivienne

Welsh drag queen The Vivienne was unveiled as one of the show's early stars, calling it "a big step forward for queer representation on TV".

The 30-year-old star - also known as James Lee Williams - won the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK in 2019.

Speaking about taking on the challenge The Vivienne said: "This is honestly a dream come true and I can't wait to start training on the ice."

Patsy Palmer

EastEnders legend Patsy Palmer was the first name out of the bag - but she won't be doing her training in the UK.

Because the Bianca Jackson actress, 50, lives in Malibu these days, producers aren't going to force her to jet over to a rink in Milton Keynes or similar.

The mum - who wants to stay close to kids Charley, Fenton and Emilia - said: "I'll be travelling back, but training in Los Angeles which I feel blessed about."

Nile Wilson

It's not a modern reality show without at least one member of Team GB and Dancing On Ice has a good one.

Nile, 26, is a former gymnast and Olympic medal-winner at the 2016 Rio Games - so he should be able to pull off some impressive moves.

He said: "I'm so excited to get into that routine and to feel like an athlete again."

Darren Harriott

Stand-up comedian Darren will be best known to Love Island fans for his comments on the Aftersun spin-off show.

He also has the rare honour of having the biggest feet in the show's history - size 13s - which might not help him.

The comic, 34, outlined his fears to Trisha Goddard on TalkTV saying: "I'm the only person who doesn't have boots yet.

"I'm nervous about the ice. You know what Trisha, I like the heat, I'm a fan of being warm." Unlucky!

Michelle Heaton

Singer Michelle Heaton has signed up to take part in the skating competition.

The former Liberty X singer, 43 - who confirmed her appearance on Lorraine today - has bravely spoken about her secret struggle with drugs and alcohol.

Speaking about doing the show a source told us: "Michelle has been through a lot over the past few years and she has overcome a lot to make it this far.

“She wants to push herself and make her children proud of her."

Siva Kaneswaran

The Sun revealed that the final name appearing on Dancing On Ice in 2023 is The Wanted pin-up Siva.

A TV insider said: "He's a great signing for the show - The Wanted still have a huge loyal fanbase.

"After all the boys have been through this year with losing their bandmate Tom Parker, fans will be willing him to go all the way in Tom's memory."