Dancing on Ice 2022 LIVE: Rachel Stevens leaves show after skate-off with Kye Whyte; plus Philip Schofield’s covid fight
DANCING On Ice star Rachel Stevens is the latest star to be voted off after losing her skate-off with Kye Whyte.
The S Club 7 star found herself in the skate-off for the second time in a row as judges voted to save the Olympic BMX star.
Regan Gascoigne and Kimberly Wyatt topped the leaderboard as Stef Reid wowed fans with her performance.
In a jam-packed show fans went into a frenzy after Holly Willoughby was joined by Stephen Mulhern to host the show.
It came after presenter Phillip confirmed he would miss out on the show tonight due to testing positive for coronavirus.
Read our Dancing On Ice live blog below for the latest news, gossip and updates...
How long do we have to wait until the next show
The next elimination will take place on February 13, 2022.
The couples who become bottom of the leaderboard after the judges scores and public vote will compete in the dreaded skate-off for the judges.
After the skate-off, the judges decide which one of the two contestants will be eliminated.
Here they perform a different routine known as the save-me skate.
Jason Gardiner reignites feud with Phillip Schofield
Jason Gardiner has reignited his feud with Phillip Schofield following his absence on the skating show this weekend.
The former judge, 50, couldn’t resist praising Stephen Mulhern who stood in for Phil this weekend as he continued to test positive for Covid.
Taking to Twitter after the show, Jason tweeted: “Well done @StephenMulhern.
“You are brilliant on any show you present because you are naturally funny and supremely talented. 💯❤️ #scofe must be shutting himself! (sic)”
Stephen received rave reviews from fans as he hosted the show alongside Holly Willoughby – with many calling for him to take over full time.
Jason left Dancing On Ice in 2019 and was left fuming at the time when he didn’t hear from Phillip following the news, despite working with him since 2005.
Star takes a swipe at the show saying it’s ‘not a bad thing’ she was axed
Frankie Poultney admitted that it's "not such a bad thing" that she's no longer involved with the ITV series.
The 48-year-old, who starred on DOI from 2006 to 2014, said the show is "a different animal" since its return to screens in 2018.
Although she wasn't invited to join the professional line-up when the show came back to screens, Frankie insisted she is "very lucky" to have been able to enjoy her time on the programme.
Despite being initially disappointed, the skater told magazine she prefers to focus on her positive memories.
Frankie, who is married to former England goalkeeper David Seaman after they met on the show, said: "I was very lucky because I'd just retired as a professional skater.
"So to then get another nine years of my career through a show that was at the height of its popularity and everyone loved was extraordinary.
"But since it's been back it's a different animal. I'm not involved and from what I've seen, that's not such a bad thing because I don't think it's what it was and I find that sad."
Bez admits he’d be axed if show was ‘a true skating competition’
Bez has admitted he would have been axed from the show if it was a “true skating competition”.
The Happy Monday’s star, 57, survived another week on the show over the weekend – leaving some viewers branding it a ‘fix’.
But Bez – real name Mark Berry – understands the frustration and believes the other skaters are much better than him.
Speaking on today’s This Morning, Bez said: “I can’t believe it – if it was a true skating competition, I’d be long gone.
“They’re keeping me in each week. I actually thought I was going out this week.”
He is however determined to do one amazing skate before he does get the boot, saying: “It has been a massive challenge but I’m enjoying it and I’m so determined to do at least one perfect skate before I get sent home.”
ITV bosses desperate to sign up Bez for more shows
ITV bosses have revealed they want to hang on to Happy Mondays star Bez - long after he exits Dancing on Ice.
The Sun can reveal that the 57-year-old, whose real name is Mark Berry, has “gone down a storm” with viewers.
His popularity is already seeing him being tipped as an outsider to win the show - despite being nowhere near the best dancer.
And producers on ITV are frantically discussing how they can work more closely with Bez in the future.
Our source said: “Bez has been the unlikely star of the series. ITV regularly hold viewers panels and everyone is saying how much they love him. He’s got a natural charm which viewers are warming to.
“And younger fans of the show, who had no clue who he was when the programme started, are loving watching videos of him on YouTube during his Happy Mondays days."
Who is Regan's Dancing on Ice partner?
Regan is partnered with Dancing On Ice pro Karina Manta.
He revealed the news on his Instagram, by saying: "The universe moves in mysterious ways!
"I love watching Dancing On Ice every year! I just never thought this would actually happen to me
"I’m nervous, scared but mostly excited all at the same time. Hopefully I can stay on my feet.";
Regan made history on the show when his debut performance scored an incredible 33 out of 40.
The pair managed to score higher than Brendan Cole did in the show a week before.
Is Regan Gascoigne married?
It is not known if the dancer is currently dating or not.
He came out as bisexual in 2021, with his father's full support and admiration.
Regan told Lorraine: "I've never actually come out. I've never made a point of coming out. I've just let it happen organically... when they asked me if I told dad I said no.
"But then I saw the article and headline and thought, 'oh I've got to text him now'.
He went on to explain his fathers response was exactly the one anyone could have asked for and he replied ‘I still love you no matter what’.
His father, Paul left his family when Regan was a baby after a series of rows with now ex-wife Sheryl, 56.
Regan told Lorraine that any previous tension he had with his father was well and truly in the past, particularly in reference to a 2013 documentary when he said he wanted his dad out of his life.
Who is Regan Gascoigne?
Regan Gascoigne is a 25-year-old dancer.
He is the son of England footballer Paul Gascoigne, who played for Tottenham Hotspur, Middlesbrough, Rangers and the England national squad.
At just six-years-old he discovered his love for performing arts and at age eight, he enrolled into the Hammond Ballet School.
He then studied Musical Theatre at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts.
He currently has over eight thousand followers on Instagram as well as being verified.
His Instagram under the handle @Regangascoigne is full of cute photos of his family and his latest projects.
Dancing On Ice’s Liberty Poole broke my heart when she suddenly dumped me says ex
THE telly boyfriend of Dancing On Ice hopeful Liberty Poole has told of his heartbreak after she suddenly dumped him while they were planning their future.
Devastated Jake Cornish says he was deeply in love with “Lib” after they coupled up in the Love Island villa and tried to win her back after their dramatic on-air break-up.
But he was snubbed, and now the 24-year-old model doubts Liberty — on the ITV ice skating contest every Sunday — ever loved him.
As she gets praised for her elegant routines on the ice, which have seen her make it to the top half of the leaderboard, her ex has opened his heart.
Jake, from Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, also reveals they did “get cheeky” in the villa but that he struggled with Liberty’s messy habits and Brummie accent.
In an exclusive interview, he said: “I only had one girlfriend before her, my childhood sweetheart. I’d never been dumped and it hurt.
"One minute we were planning a holiday together and arranging to meet each other’s families, the next it was over.
“I was devastated, I couldn’t think straight. My family was asking how my mental health was.
"Something made her decide that we weren’t right for each other and I had to take it on the chin.”
Fans all have the same complaint about Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor
Fans all had the same complaint about Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor.
They flocked to Twitter to share their views after the marks she received for her skate.
Fans screamed at the TV screens when Sally's scores came in, as they thought she deserved a lower score.
One wrote: "Overmarked Sally and Rachel and under marked Stef! C'mon judges."
Another said: "Sally so overmarked!! Regan amazing."
A third chimed in: "Sally overmarked, happens every year women carried around & men like kye gets just one mark more wtf.
Fans all say the same thing about Holly Willoughby’s all-black dress
Fans were all making the same remark tonight as Holly Willoughby hosted the show in an all-black oufit.
The 40-year-old star swept onto the ice - but many viewers were left joking that she and her stand-in co-host Stephen Mulhern were on their way to a funeral.
Spotting the pair's dark outfits, one joker tweeted: "Holly and Stephen must be going to a funeral after the show."
Another wrote: "I mean, of course they look great as always. But. Why are Holly &; Stephen dressed for a funeral pls?"
A third quipped: "Stephen and Holly looking like a pair of funeral directors tonight!"
Fans all make the same remark as Stephen Mulhern replaced Phillip
Fans have all said the same remark about Phillip Schofield's replacement Stephen Mulhern.
The TV presenter, 44, joined Holly Willoughby on the ITV show tonight after the 59-year-old tested positive for Covid.
Stephen and Holly, 40, reunited on screen for the first time in 16 years on Sunday night.
They have presented a number of children's TV shows over the years, and were last seen presenting on Ministry of Mayhem in 2006.
Viewers of Dancing On Ice loved seeing them working together again.
One wrote on Twitter: "I’m enjoying Stephen on doi with holly."
Another said: "Love this partnership already! Stephen and Holly."
"I like Stephen hosting, it's a refreshing change," a third added.
Sally Dynevor ‘gained weight’ doing the show as Coronation Street star puts on muscle
The Coronation Street favourite, 58, was praised by her skate partner Matt Evers as the 'strongest person' he has ever skated with.
The TV legend has been training for 2-3 hours a day on the ice, burning 1000 calories a time.
In an exclusive chat with The Sun, Matt said: “She’s incredible.
"Sally is the strongest she has ever been.
"She’s actually the strongest partner I’ve ever had.
"We are training for 2-3 hours a day, and she has put on weight in muscle. She’s 58-years-old, and she’s literally the strongest she’s ever been.
"She’s toning up, her legs are really toned. She looks fantastic."
In a jam-packed episode, Sally escaped the skate-off after impressing fans with her dance week performance with Matt, where she skated solo for the first time.
Connor Ball suffered bloody accident
The Vamps singer had been patched up before his primetime TV dance but host Stephen Mulhern explained to viewers disaster had struck.
He said: "Obviously Dancing on Ice is completely live. Connor before the show was meant to open the entire show but had an accident backstage.
"He had stitches before the show so he couldn't go on first and they've now opened up."
Addressing the singer he said: "Mate - first of all, I don't know how you still performed. What happened backstage?"
Connor, 25, was then shown with a tissue clamped to his face to stop the blood from gushing out.
He explained: "I was a bit stressed about the spin. I kept trying to perfect the spin. I just slipped down and smacked my face."
Stephen, 44, said: "We'll get it seen to. I know the paramedics are on stand-by. It's dripping on your shirt. Well done mate."
Fans in tears as show pays heartbreaking tribute to late star Sean Rice
The professional skater - who appeared on the ITV show between 2011 and 2012 - tragically passed away on January 14 2022.
Just before Sunday night's skate-off, married couple and pro skaters Lukasz Rozycki, 42, and Alexandra Schauman, 41, took to the ice in honour of their beloved friend.
Host Holly Willoughby, 40, told viewers at home: "A dancing on ice professional Sean Rice sadly passed away in January and he'll be missed by all who knew him and our thought are with his family.
"So here with a beautiful routine dedicated to Sean are two of his closest friends Alexandra and Lukasz.
The pair danced on the ice to Jessie Ware's song Alone.
Many viewers took to Twitter to praise their stunning tribute.
One wrote: "What a beautiful tribute to #SeanRice @AlexandraLukasz @IceLukasz That was absolutely beautiful to watch and left me in floods of Tears."
Another said: "Such a beautiful dance from @AlexandraLukasz @IceLukasz , had me in tears. Simply stunning and so lovely of them to dedicate it to Sean Rice. Breathtaking."
"Lovely routine RIP Sean," a third added.
Why did Philip not attend the show?
Phillip was ruled out of presenting last night's show after testing positive for Covid last Monday and will also not be able to front This Morning today.
It was an eventful episode of Dancing On Ice, with Connor Ball suffering an injury that led to him bleeding in front of viewers.
There was also a heartbreaking tribute to the show's former star Sean Rice, who died last month.
Phillip Schofield’s dig at Stephen Mulhern
Phillip Schofield issued a warning to Stephen Mulhern after he took over his job this week.
The This Morning star, 59, was having to isolate at home having tested positive for Covid earlier in the week.
ITV parachuted in Stephen, famous for fronting Catchphrase and appearing on Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway.
But Phillip made a cheeky dig at the star as he watched from his home with a roast dinner and a gin and tonic.
Stephen, 44, was hosting with Holly Willoughby and said on the show: "I know Phil is watching. Phil, I'm having fun."
But the presenter replied with mock iciness writing: "Not too much fun Mulhern... I know where you live."
Dancing on Ice reunited Stephen and Holly, who fronted Saturday morning children's shows together for ITV in the early 2000s.
Posting a picture of them together before the show he wrote: "Back with my right hand woman @hollywilloughby for the first time in 16 years!"
Fans slam show as a ‘fix’ as Bez survives
DANCING on Ice fans have slammed the show as a "fix" again after Bez survived another week - and they have predicted he will make the final.
Tonight S Club legend Rachel Stevens, 43, left the competition after an intense skate-off against BMX Olympian Kye Whyte, 22.
Despite the pair landing themselves in the bottom two, it was actually Bez who landed himself at the bottom of the leaderboard.
The Happy Mondays star scored just 20 out of 40 after his performance to I'm On My Way with pro skater Angela Egan.
Meanwhile the other two bagged higher scores than him - Rachel was given 24 points for her dance to If I Ain't Got You, and Kye scored 30 out of 40 for his performance to Rasputin.
After Rachel was booted off the ITV competition, many took to Twitter to call the programme a "fix".
One wrote: "How is Bez keep getting saved on #DancingOnIce complete fix as he’s absolutely terrible and not even entertaining to watch!"
A second added: "#DancingOnIce why is Bez still skating. He should have gone gone ages ago. He’s crap. Looks to me it’s a fix."
Fans say Connor Ball should have been given medical treatment BEFORE judges’ comments
DANCING on Ice fans have said Connor Ball should have been given medical treatment BEFORE the judges' comments.
They were stunned as The Vamps singer, 25, was left with blood dripping onto his shirt after stitches on his chin burst open live on air.
Fans flocked to Twitter in disbelief when the judges continued to talk to Connor while the musician was bleeding.
One Tweeted: "God Connor standing there bleeding made me feel so terrible for him. We didn’t need to have his post scoring interview, let him go get his stitches."
A second said: "They couldn’t have hurried up with their comments??? Why did they make Connor stand there that long clearly in pain and bleeding everywhere while they rambled on!!"
A third added: "Connor on stage bleeding to death and the judges said “yeah, anyway, you were alright.”
Who is still in Dancing On Ice?
Those still taking part are:
- Kimberly Wyatt - Pussycat Doll star
- Connor Ball - star of The Vamps
- Kye Whyte - BMX Olympic hero
- Brendan Cole - Former Strictly star
- Liberty Poole - Love Island 2021 star
- Regan Gascoigne - Son of legendary footballer Paul Gascoigne
- Stef Reid - Paralympic medallist
- Bez - Happy Mondays star
- Sally Dynevor - Coronation Street star
Who has been eliminated so far?
Here's who has been eliminated so far:
- Week Two - Ben Foden
- Week Three - Ria Hebden
- Week Four - Rachel Stevens
When is the next Dancing On Ice elimination?
The next elimination will take place on February 13, 2022.
The couples who become bottom of the leaderboard after the judges scores and public vote will compete in the dreaded skate-off for the judges.
After the skate-off, the judges decide which one of the two contestants will be eliminated.
Here they perform a different routine known as the save-me skate.
Who has left Dancing On Ice?
For the second week in a row, Rachel Stevens found herself in the bottom two.
After beating Ria Hebden on January 31, this time around, Rachel found herself up against Kye White.
But February 6 proved to be the end of the road for Rachel as she was eliminated from the show.
Kye looked incredibly nervous during the dance off in the bottom two, but managed to hold it together.
And it was time up for S Club singer Rachel and her skating pro partner Brendyn Hatfield after the judges voted unanimously to give her the boot.
Rachel took the time to be positive about her exit though.
She said: "It's just been so special, I've had the best time.
"It's been amazing. I'm going to miss Brendyn the most."
Super Bez
Fans were loving Bez’ outfit tonight.
They thought they had seen it somewhere else first though.
Bez be going
Lots of Dancing on Ice fans were less gracious about Rachel’s defeat, with one fuming about the fact Happy Mondays star Bez, 57, had stayed on.
One tweeted: “I want to watch good skaters. Not clown acts like Sally and Bez.”
“Otherwise no point watching. British public seriously have a problem when it comes to voting. Can’t even vote right in a skating competition. Rachel and Kye didnt deserve to be in the bottom.”
