Holly Willoughby wows in leg-flashing silver sequin gown as she shares behind the scenes snaps with Phillip Schofield ahead of Dancing On Ice launch
Holly Willoughby wowed in a sensational figure-hugging gown as she shared behind the scenes snaps ahead of the 2023 Dancing On Ice launch on January 15.
Holly smiled alongside her co-host Phillip Schofield as they posed for promotional pictures in their dazzling attire.
The presenter, 41,looked incredible in her strapless gown which had a sexy thigh-split.
Stunning: Holly Willoughby wowed in a sensational figure-hugging gown as she shared behind the scenes snaps on Instagram on Thursday ahead of the 2023 Dancing On Ice launch
The glittering gown, by Monique Lhuillier, featured a shimmering embellishment, corseted bodice, and thigh split, perfectly hugging Holly’s figure.
She paired the dress with a smokey make-up look and let her blonde tresses fall elegantly past her shoulders.
Posting to her 8.1 million followers on Instagram, Holly captioned three photos with ‘coming soon’.
Holly’s This Morning co-host Phillip also looked dapper in a black suit and grey blazer.
Dream Team: Holly smiled alongside her co-host Phillip Schofield as they posed for promotional pictures in their dazzling attire
The long-running ITV show returns on January 15, with stars including Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, Michelle Heaton and Patsy Palmer.
The celebrity competitors were seen for the first time in their glamorous dance costumes on Wednesday as they posed for promotional pictures ahead of the series launch.
The eleven celebrities will embark on the ultimate challenge as they take to the ice each week, skating live in a bid to impress both the panel and viewers at home.
Looking good: Phillip and a glamorous Holly looked very dapper for the snaps
And the stars looked raring to go in a stunning group shot as they prepare to battle it out for the trophy in January.
Mollie Gallagher, Ekin-Su, Michelle and Carly Stevenson looked incredible in stylish grey costumes.
Patsy put on a leggy display in a metallic navy mini dress, while RuPaul’s Drag Race UK’s The Vivienne put on a glamorous display in a long blue gown.
First look: Dancing On Ice 2023 stars Darren Harriott, Mollie Gallagher, Siva Kaneswaran, Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, The Vivienne, Patsy Palmer, Joey Essex, Michelle Heaton, John Fashanu, Nile Wilson and Carly Stenson (pictured L-R)
Darren Harriott dazzled in a sequinned shirt, while Joey Essex looked dashing in a mesh black top.
Meanwhile, Siva Kaneswaran, John Fashanu, Nile Wilson cut a dapper figure smart jackets and polo tops.
Siva was confirmed as the final star to sign up for the new series of Dancing On Ice, with the full all-star cast being revealed.
Incredible: Ekin-Su put on a busty display in a plunging grey top with a tassel skirt
Highly-anticipated show: Siva Kaneswaran and Klabera Komini showed off their dance moves ahead of the show
The Wanted singer, 33, is the 11th celebrity competitor for the ITV figure skating competition which is set to air in January.
A TV insider told The Sun : ‘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.’
DANCING ON ICE 2023: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
PATSY PALMER
AGE: 50
PROFESSION: Actress and DJ
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve turned it down before because I was terrified, but when I turned 50 I made a pact to get out of my confront zone. ‘
EKIN-SU CULCULOGLU
AGE: 28
PROFESSION: Love Island star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve got some amazing news to tell you. I’m so excited, I can’t wait to get myself on the ice and skate. Stay tuned and see you on the ice.’
MOLLIE GALLAGHER
AGE: 24
PROFESSION: Actress
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve not got the best coordination so when people find out they will laugh, but I don’t want to spend my life saying “I can’t do this, I can’t do that.”
JOEY ESSEX
AGE: 32
PROFESSION: Ex TOWIE star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m so excited. I wanted something in my life with structure and it’s more serious than what I usually do.’
CARLEY STENSON
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Actress and West End star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m so excited that I get to learn how to dance…on ice! I’m terrified but can’t wait – I just want to make the most of this whole experience.’
SIVA KANESWARAN
AGE: 33
PROFESSION: Singer
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I want to learn how to skate and make my family proud of me and put on a show for everyone to see.’
JOHN FASHANU
AGE: 60
PROFESSION: Former footballer and pundit
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I am definitely in it to win it.And this may be one of the scariest things I’ve ever signed up for but I couldn’t be more ready for the challenge!’
NILE WILSON
AGE: 26
PROFESSION: Olympic gymnast
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve not done much ice-skating but I am so excited for the opportunity. I’m so excited to get into that routine and to feel like an athlete again.’
JAMES LEE WILLIAM AKA THE VIVIENNE
AGE: 29
PROFESSION: Drag queen
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘To be the first drag artist to take part in one of the big UK reality competition shows is an honour and a big step forward for queer representation on TV.’
DARREN HARRIOT
PROFESSION: Comedian
AGE: 34
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve got giant feet, I don’t skate and I can’t dance. My family has already made bets – they’re making bets that I’ll fall on the first episode!’
MICHELLE HEATON
AGE: 43
PROFESSION: Singer
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve always wanted to do it but I know I would never have been able to complete anything because of the way I was 18 months ago, so I’m really truly grateful that I’ve got it this year when I’m a lot stronger.’