Dancing on Ice returns next Sunday with a whole new host of celebrities.
Via Twitter, ITV revealed when viewers could expect this series to kick off, as they wrote: 'Confirmed: Dancing on Ice starts Sunday January 14 at 6.30pm on ITV and ITVX.'
But the new series could be the iciest yet as reports recently emerged of a feud between contestant Hannah Spearritt and her former S Club bandmate Rachel Stevens, who is dating skater Brendyn Hatfield.
While Hannah joins the show, Rachel is expected to be in the studio audience to support her boyfriend Brendyn, who she was paired with on the series last year.
In July, Hannah was reportedly no longer in touch with the rest of S Club and had 'contacted lawyers' following her departure from the group following the shocking death of ex-boyfriend and bandmate Paul Cattermole.
ITV has confirmed that Dancing on Ice will return next Sunday as a new group of celebrities take to the ice after months of training
According to The sun the best case scenario for the producers is to try to keep the two ladies apart during live shows.
A source said: 'Falling on the ice will feel warm and painless compared to the cold front that will envelop Dancing On Ice when their paths cross.'
“The best hope is that Hannah and Rachel are kept apart. But since the series lasts two months and they can both be in the studio at the same time, that won't be easy.”
MailOnline has contacted Rachel and Hannah's representatives for comment.
After Hannah's departure, the remaining members – Rachel, Jo O'Meara, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh and Tina Barrett – decided to rename S Club 7 to merely S Club and continue as a five-piece.
This year, host Holly Willoughby will return to the show in a last-minute decision made last week, following her shock departure from This Morning in October following an alleged kidnap and murder plot.
After pondering for weeks whether to host the ITV skating show, she signed the deal at Christmas and is said to be 'excited' to get back to work on the show she co-hosted for many years with her former boyfriend Phillip Schofield presented.
Although Phillip Schofield will not be returning to the show, he will be replaced by ITV favorite Stephen Mulhern, 46, who joins Holly, 42, for the series.
Via Twitter, ITV revealed when viewers could expect this series to start
But a feud has also been reported on set between contestant Hannah Spearritt (L) and former S Club bandmate Rachel Stevens (R), pictured together in February 2023
In July, Hannah reportedly stopped contacting S Club and 'contacted lawyers' following her departure from the group following the shocking death of Paul Cattermole
As Hannah joins the show, Rachel is expected to be in the audience to support boyfriend Brendyn Hatfield, who she was paired with on the series last year (pictured)
Following Hannah's departure, the remaining members – Rachel, Jo O'Meara, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh and Tina Barrett – decided to rename S Club 7 to merely S Club and continue as a five-piece (pictured with Paul Cattermole in front of his dead)
Sources at ITV say the channel's bosses are 'delighted' she will join Stephen Mulhern for the series after hoping they could convince her to stay.
An ITV insider told MailOnline: 'Holly is a star and everyone was hoping so much that she would decide to come back.
'After much discussion and much thought, she thought it would be a good thing to get some normalcy in her life.
'There are obvious concerns about live television, her main priority is her family, ITV has been extremely understanding and put no pressure on her at all.
'They wanted to give her all the time she needed, but it was a difficult decision for her.
“Time was ticking, but the bosses tried to remain calm.”
Holly is reportedly set to make up for her three-month TV absence when she returns to Dancing On Ice.
According to a new report, Holly will thank her fans for their support in the hope of 'marking the start' of a positive new year.
A TV insider said this The sun: 'Holly is really looking forward to putting 2023 behind her and focusing on a fresh, positive start to a new year.'
They continued: “She considers a very brief comment at the top of the opening show, along the lines of, 'It's good to be back' or 'Thanks for your support,' drawing a firm line under her pause and signaling the beginning of a new optimistic period.'
Holly and Phillip, 61, co-hosted Dancing On Ice from its inception in 2006 until 2011.
Christine Lampard then replaced Holly for the next three series until the show ended in 2014.
The series was then revived by ITV in 2018, with both Holly and Phillip returning as presenters until this year.
This year, host Holly Willoughby will return to the show in a last-minute decision made last week following her shock departure from This Morning in October. She is accompanied by Stephen Mulhern
Holly signed the deal at Christmas and is said to be 'excited' to be returning to the show she co-hosted with her former boyfriend Phillip Schofield for years.
DANCING ON ICE: MEET THE PARTICIPANTS OF 2024
RICKY HATTON
AGE: 44
PROFESSION: Former professional boxer
WHAT DID HE SAY? “If I can control my nerves in the boxing ring, I should also be able to control my nerves on the ice rink.”
HANNA SPEARRITT
AGE: 42
PROFESSION: SINGER
WHAT DID SHE SAY? 'I'm really excited about learning a new skill. It's so easy to live a comfortable life and that aspect of mixing things up is very attractive.'
GREG RUTHERFORD
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Athlete
WHAT DID HE SAY? “I like a challenge and I needed a reason to start doing things again and here we are. I want to do something that has never been done before, that's my goal.'
Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards
AGE: 59
PROFESSION: OLYMPIC SKIUMPER
WHAT DID HE SAY? 'Dancing on Ice is a show I've always wanted to do. It's a challenge I think I'll enjoy!'
RICKY NORWOOD
AGE: 40
PROFESSION: EastEnders star
WHAT DID HE SAY? “It comes at such a great time in life. I can't skate at all! No rehearsals yet, I just had physiotherapy to strengthen the body.'
RIAN THOMAS
AGE: 39
PROFESSION: Corrie star
WHAT DID HE SAY? “Everyone keeps asking me, 'Are you doing it?' I told everyone!'
CLAIRE SWEENEY
AGE: 52
PROFESSION: ACTRESS
WHAT DID SHE SAY? 'I am stepping into the unknown here. I don't know how I'll feel. But I'm very excited.'
AMBER DAVIES
AGE: 26
PROFESSION: WEST END STAR
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I would definitely say I'm an adrenaline junkie, but I'm getting more nervous as I get older and I hope I can control them.”
MILES NAZAIRE
AGE: 27
PROFESSION: REALITY STAR
WHAT DID HE SAY? 'I've always loved to dance, but usually it's on a dance floor on a Saturday night and Dancing on Ice looks so difficult.'
NICE SANDERS
AGE: 37
PROFESSION: COMEDIAN
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm nervous about cracking my head open or just hitting the old head. I can't afford to lose any more brain cells.'
ADELE ROBERTS
AGE: 44
PROFESSION: RADIO PRESENTER
WHAT DID SHE SAY? 'It's 'putting it on ice' for me! I think the hardest part is putting myself out there because most of the time I hide.”
ROXY SHAHIDI
AGE: 40
PROFESSION: Emmerdale star
WHAT DID SHE SAY? 'I can't skate. I haven't actually said anything to anyone, but mainly because I'm so nervous about it!'
