Dancing On Ice 2024 LIVE — Ryan Thomas crowned the winner as Greg Rutherford leaves hospital after horror accident
THE winners of Dancing On Ice have been crowned - with Ryan Thomas and his partner Amani Fancy taking home the trophy.
Actor Ryan was in the final alongside Adele Roberts and Miles Nazaire, but he impressed both the judges and viewers at home the most.
Unfortunately, former Olympian Greg Rutherford was forced to pull out of the finale show at the last minute after suffering a serious injury in rehearsals which saw him rushed to hospital.
His fiancée Susie Verrill later shared a worrying update with a short video of Greg lying in bed in the Resus department. It has not been confirmed which part of his body Greg has hurt.
Meanwhile, back on the rink, and Adele and her skating partner Mark Hanretty were first to leave and finished the series in third place.
Ryan and his partner Amani, and Miles and Vanessa Bauer then went head-to-head in a Bolero skate off - with Ryan and Amani clinching it.
In a moving tribute, Ryan dedicated the trophy to his injured co-star Greg.
Read our Dancing On Ice 2024 blog below for the latest news...
Karen Barber breaks down after providing update on Greg
Giving viewers a better understanding on Greg’s injury, Dancing On Ice creative Dan Whitson appeared on-screen where he confirmed Greg had sustained an injury from a “really bad accident” during rehearsals today.
He told the audience, “Were so sad to let him go but obviously we wish him all the best and he was just doing so well so it was so frustrating.”
Karen added: “From day one we both predicted they would be in the final. Both Olympians, when you get those together it could have easily been gold.”
Dancing On Ice - 2024 winners
Former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas won the final of the 2024 series alongside pro partner Amani Fancy.
The actor – who is best known for playing Jason Grimshaw on the ITV soap – has proved he has got what it takes on the ice.
Your 2024 winners, Ryan and Amani! ❄️ — Dancing on Ice (@dancingonice)
Big money deal
Holly Willoughby has been offered a big money deal to return to Dancing On Ice next year, according to reports.
Now this year’s series has wrapped, Holly is believed to not have a contract with ITV for the first time in 20 years – and bosses are desperate to keep her.
A source told : “Dancing On Ice is definitely coming back in 2025 and the plan is that Holly will host it.
“Contracts are being negotiated but the chiefs love her and they know that there are others who would love to sign her up but ITV love her and they want to keep her very much part of the ITV furniture for years to come.”
Every Dancing on Ice past winner
The ITV show has run for 16 seasons, with a break from 2014-2018.
Here’s the rundown – with one pro skater winning an impressive hat-trick:
- Season 1, 2006: Gaynor Faye & Dan Whiston
- Season 2, 2007: Kyran Bracken & Melanie Lambert
- Season 3, 2008: Suzanne Shaw & Matt Evers
- Season 4, 2009: Ray Quinn & Maria Filippov
- Season 5, 2010: Hayley Tamaddon & Dan Whiston
- Season 6, 2011: Sam Attwater & Brianne Delcourt
- Season 7, 2012: Matthew Wolfenden & Nina Ulanova
- Season 8, 2013: Beth Tweddle & Dan Whiston
- Season 9, 2014 (All Stars): Ray Quinn & Maria Filippov
- Season 10, 2018: Jake Quickenden & Vanessa Bauer
- Season 11, 2019: James Jordan & Alexandra Schauman
- Season 12, 2020: Joe Swash & Alex Murphy
- Season 13, 2021: Sonny Jay & Angela Egan
- Season 14, 2022: Regan Gascoigne & Karina Manta
- Season 15, 2023: Nile Wilson & Olivia Smart
Who won Dancing On Ice 2023?
Nile Wilson was crowned winner of Dancing On Ice 2023 alongside his pro partner Olivia.
Nile beat Joey Essex to the top spot after The Vivienne was eliminated in third place.
After his win, Nile said: “It meant so much to me. I want to thank everyone who voted back home.
“If Dancing On Ice is anything other than entertainment – we’ve got 11 human beings of all different shapes and sizes stood on this stage with an allocated time to get good at something.
“We’ve proved that we can do it, and what an inspirational show.”
Who are the Dancing On Ice judges?
The Dancing On Ice judging panel includes Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean, Oti Mabuse and Ashley Banjo.
Former Olympic ice skaters Torvill and Dean have featured as judges on Dancing On Ice since its inception in 2006.
Diversity dancer and choreographer Ashley, meanwhile, joined as a judge in 2018.
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Oti Mabuse replaced John Barrowman on the panel in 2022.
Finishing places
Last night’s final consisted of three couples, rather than the planned four due to Greg Rutherford’s serious accident.
But where did they all finish?
Adele and her skating partner Mark were first out, meaning they finished in third place. But not all fans were happy.
After wowing the audience with a show-stopping performance to Beyonce’s Texas Hold Em, some felt she should have been in the top two.
Ryan and Miles then went head-to-head and each performed the Bolero, with Ryan being crown the champion and Miles finishing in second place.
More drama
Things took a turn from bad to worse for Greg Rutherford’s fiancée Susie Verrill.
While heading home to the kids last night while badly injured Greg remained in hospital, Susie found herself stuck in a road block.
Sharing a snap while stranded in a jam, the mum-of-three said: “And the night gets better.”
Greg Rutherford shares update on injury
The Dancing On Ice star has shared a health update with fans after he was rushed to hospital.
The show was thrown into chaos when the retired athlete, 37, was forced out of the final due to a serious injury.
But now Greg has shared an update with fans after leaving hospital.
Tucked up in bed, a shirtless Greg wrote: "Recovery sort of starts now... after a pretty rough first night, I'm looking forward to getting everything sorted and sewn up so I can get back to normal.
";Thank you all so much for your kind messages," he added with a love heart emoji.
Class reunion
It was great to see the Class Of 2024 reunite for mini individual performances during the live final.
Some of them definitely seemed a little wobbly as they returned to the ice for the first time in a while!
Hannah Spearritt decided not to skate but, despite previous reports, she did attend the show and stood with her former co-stars at the side of the rink.
Unfortunately for viewers, there was no explanation as to WHY she wasn’t skating with partner Andy Buchanan, though.
I wonder why didn't Hannah & Andy skate back on the ice? 🤔— 🦋 SaNd¡eJJ ⫩ 🩵 (@SandieJ3)
First to fall
Poor Miles took a tumble during his first skate of the final last night.
He looked absolutely gutted when talking to Holly and Stephen and even appeared to be holding back tears.
Miles told Stephen he had “let down” his skating partner Vanessa.
“I let her down, that was a stupid mistake,” he said.
Miles added to Vanessa again: “I’m so, so sorry.”
But his fans rallied round and the pair went on to skate Bolero and even finished in second place. Not bad, eh?!
Tangerine dreams
Before his win, Ryan Thomas gave fans a sneak peek at his behind-the-scenes prep for the show.
The former Corrie star proudly showed off his ripped physique in just a pair of tiny pants after having a spray tan.
Alongside an emoji of an orange, Ryan told his supporters: “My last spray tan of the series @dancingonice.”
What happened to Greg Rutherford?
The former Olympian was forced to pull out of the finale show at the last minute after he was injured in rehearsals.
Greg’s professional skating partner Vanessa James announced the news on social media, saying: “Unfortunately Greg has sustained a significant injury this morning at rehearsals and won’t be able to perform tonight.
“We are on our way to the hospital for Greg to get examined further and receive the treatment he needs."
Dancing on Ice coach Karen Barber breaks down in tears and is comforted by Holly after show gives update on Greg RutherfordTrophy dedication
Dancing On Ice winner Ryan Thomas dedicated his trophy to injured co-star Greg Rutherford.
After managing to compose himself after hearing that he and Amani had been crowned the winners, he made the sweet gesture.
He said: “Greg, if you’re watching this at home, this trophy is for you, mate!”
Big money deal
Holly Willoughby has been offered a big money deal to return to Dancing On Ice next year, according to reports.
Now this year’s series has wrapped, Holly is believed to not have a contract with ITV for the first time in 20 years – and bosses are desperate to keep her.
A source told : “Dancing On Ice is definitely coming back in 2025 and the plan is that Holly will host it.
“Contracts are being negotiated but the chiefs love her and they know that there are others who would love to sign her up but ITV love her and they want to keep her very much part of the ITV furniture for years to come.”
Who won Dancing On Ice 2023?
Nile Wilson was crowned winner of Dancing On Ice 2023 alongside his pro partner Olivia.
Nile beat Joey Essex to the top spot after The Vivienne was eliminated in third place.
After his win, Nile said: “It meant so much to me. I want to thank everyone who voted back home.
“If Dancing On Ice is anything other than entertainment – we’ve got 11 human beings of all different shapes and sizes stood on this stage with an allocated time to get good at something.
“We’ve proved that we can do it, and what an inspirational show.”
Every Dancing on Ice past winner
The ITV show has run for 16 seasons, with a break from 2014-2018.
Here’s the rundown – with one pro skater winning an impressive hat-trick:
- Season 1, 2006: Gaynor Faye & Dan Whiston
- Season 2, 2007: Kyran Bracken & Melanie Lambert
- Season 3, 2008: Suzanne Shaw & Matt Evers
- Season 4, 2009: Ray Quinn & Maria Filippov
- Season 5, 2010: Hayley Tamaddon & Dan Whiston
- Season 6, 2011: Sam Attwater & Brianne Delcourt
- Season 7, 2012: Matthew Wolfenden & Nina Ulanova
- Season 8, 2013: Beth Tweddle & Dan Whiston
- Season 9, 2014 (All Stars): Ray Quinn & Maria Filippov
- Season 10, 2018: Jake Quickenden & Vanessa Bauer
- Season 11, 2019: James Jordan & Alexandra Schauman
- Season 12, 2020: Joe Swash & Alex Murphy
- Season 13, 2021: Sonny Jay & Angela Egan
- Season 14, 2022: Regan Gascoigne & Karina Manta
- Season 15, 2023: Nile Wilson & Olivia Smart
Who are the Dancing On Ice judges?
The Dancing On Ice judging panel includes Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean, Oti Mabuse and Ashley Banjo.
Former Olympic ice skaters Torvill and Dean have featured as judges on Dancing On Ice since its inception in 2006.
Diversity dancer and choreographer Ashley, meanwhile, joined as a judge in 2018.
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Oti Mabuse replaced John Barrowman on the panel in 2022.
Greg sustained a 'significant injury'
Greg's professional skating partner Vanessa James announced the news on social media, saying: "Unfortunately Greg has sustained a significant injury this morning at rehearsals and won’t be able to perform tonight.
"We are on our way to the hospital for Greg to get examined further and receive the treatment he needs."
A spokesman for the show added: "Sadly Olympian Greg Rutherford MBE has had to withdraw from Dancing On Ice after sustaining an injury whilst in rehearsals for the final episode of the current series.
"Greg and Vanessa have been such a popular couple this series and have performed some truly memorable routines. We will be helping to support Greg and wish him well with his recovery. We also want to thank him for being such a treasured member of the Dancing on Ice family."
Karen Barber breaks down after providing update on Greg
Giving viewers a better understanding on Greg's injury, Dancing On Ice creative Dan Whitson appeared on-screen where he confirmed Greg had sustained an injury from a "really bad accident" during rehearsals today.
He told the audience, "Were so sad to let him go but obviously we wish him all the best and he was just doing so well so it was so frustrating."
Karen added: "From day one we both predicted they would be in the final. Both Olympians, when you get those together it could have easily been gold."
Your 2024 winners
Former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas won the final of the 2024 series alongside pro partner Amani Fancy.
The actor - who is best known for playing Jason Grimshaw on the ITV soap - has proved he has got what it takes on the ice.
Fans spot awkward moment Stephen Mulhern announces wrong name
Fans watched on last night as Stephen Mulhern made a huge blunder when he announced the 'wrong name' on Dancing On Ice.
Vanessa Bauer's name was called out alongside Ryan Thomas, when it should have been Amanci Fancy.
Taking to X, one fan said: "Stephen messed up at the end saying your winners Ryan and Vanessa instead of Amani..."
Whilst a second noted: "Whilst a Ryan and Amani not Ryan and Vanessa Stephen! #DancingOnIce."
Proud daughter
Ryan Thomas' proud daughter Scarlett was in the Dancing On Ice studio audience supporting her dad.
The Waterloo Road star was snapped by her uncle Scott backstage and looked fab in a denim jacket, white T-shirt and heart-shaped gold earrings.
Ryan shares Scarlett with his ex, Coronation Street actress Tina O'Brien, and she is already following in her family's showbiz footsteps.
Scarlett stars in the BBC's Waterloo Road alongside her uncle Adam and his son Teddy.
Finishing places
Last night's final consisted of three couples, rather than the planned four due to Greg Rutherford's serious accident.
But where did they all finish?
Adele and her skating partner Mark were first out, meaning they finished in third place. But not all fans were happy.
After wowing the audience with a show-stopping performance to Beyonce's Texas Hold Em, some felt she should have been in the top two.
Ryan and Miles then went head-to-head and each performed the Bolero, with Ryan being crown the champion and Miles finishing in second place.
Stephen stumbles
Poor Stephen Mulhern was left red-faced last night as he took a tumble on the ice.
In an unprecedented move, Stephen actually ventured onto the rink and was lifted high into the air by some male skaters.
However, when it came to putting him down on slippery ground, the Dancing On Ice star suffered an unfortunate slip. Oops!
