Yahoo News Dancing on Ice: Who's left and who's favourite to win?
Dancing on Ice is officially back in the building!
It's been a long time, four years in fact, since the series was last on our screens. Now that it's here again, we'd really like an explanation from ITV as to why it was ever cancelled in the first place – what the heck was that about, guys?
But let's not dwell on the past. All is forgiven now that the producers have finally come to their senses and reinstated TV's coolest show (see what we did there?).
Here's everything you need to know about Dancing on Ice 2018 ...
Dancing on Ice: When is the next elimination?
The next elimination will take place on Sunday, February 25.
The first elimination of the series took place on Sunday, March 4 following the first ever skate-off.
Dancing on Ice line-up: Who is favourite to win?
1. Jake Quickenden
Odds: 1/4
Former X Factor star Jake has become the favourite to win after announcing his place on the show on ITV's Lorraine.
Explaining why he decided to sign up for Dancing on Ice, he revealed the series was his mum's favourite. He's hoping to make her proud on the show, but is nervous about accidents during rehearsals.
"I'm worried about injuring my dance partner," Jake added. "The last thing I want to do do is kick someone in the face with my skates on – or even drop someone! I am quite big so I know I will be asked to do lifts and that's making me nervous."
2. Kem Cetinay
Odds: 1/7
Kem Cetinay is also a contender in the race towin Dancing on Ice 2018. News of his decision to take part in the show was first announced on the show's official Instagram account (@dancingonice).
Love Island 2017 winner Kem said: "I still can't believe I'm going to be on Dancing on Ice. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I'd be strapping on a pair of skates and dancing in some lycra.
"Anyone who knows me will know how competitive I am, so I'm going to work very hard to stay on my feet! I can't wait to get my skates on."
3. Brooke Vincent
Odds: 1/7
Brooke Vincent was the very first celebrity announced for the revival series of Dancing on Ice and is another contender to win.
The Coronation Street star confirmed the news during an appearance on This Morning with hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby, who will also be returning to front the skating contest.
"I love a challenge," said Brooke, who plays Sophie Webster on Corrie. "Ice skating – what an amazing skill. Next year I can go with the girls and be like, 'I can do this, I can do that' and they'll be holding onto the sides.
"I've been trying to lose a few pounds to get in them leotards. I started my ice training on Saturday. If I get injured at least I'll look sparkly on the way to the hospital!"
4. Max Evans
Odds: 1/16
In joint first place is Max, whose place on the show was confirmed on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show on BBC Radio 2.
Commenting on the news, the rugby star said: "I haven't done any skating since I was a kid, and this is completely different having to skate on live television.
"I've had two training sessions which have hurt my feet a lot. We've all had a dance, which is familiar territory, but skating is so not..."
Dancing on Ice: Who has been eliminated so far?
Alex Beresford – eliminated week 8
Dancing on Ice confirmed Alex Beresford as the eighth celebrity to be taking part live on Good Morning Britain – and he was the eighth to get eliminated.
Prior to the show, he did not have much experience on the ice. He said: "I've only had three lessons! I've been looking at videos on YouTube from previous years and I had to stop watching. People like Ray Quinn were just so good. It's frightening!"
Antony Cotton – eliminated week 7
Antony had high hopes when he signed up for Dancing on Ice as he already had previous reality show experience, having won Let's Dance for Comic Relief in 2013 over celebrity opponent Jodie Prenger.
"I better get my skates on – I've got practising to do," Antony joked after his DOI casting was announced.
Despite his lack of experience on the ice, Antony, who has played Sean Tully on Coronation Street on and off for 14 years, lasted quite some time on the show.
Donna Air – eliminated week 7
Donna Air was announced as the ninth celebrity to compete in Dancing on Ice 2018.
During a live chat on Loose Women, the star admitted she was nervous about taking part. She said: "It is absolutely terrifying. It's exciting though, it's looking like it's going to be a great series. It's really difficult.
"Apparently my posture's terrible so I've got to work on that. I need to build more core strength. My daughter's like, 'Oh no, mum you're going to be so embarrassing."
Lemar – eliminated week 6
R&B singer Lemar was confirmed as a last-minute addition to the line-up after Monty Panesar had to drop out due to an injury.
The former Fame Academy star danced with French pro-skater Melody Le Moal during the series.
He was eliminated from the competition after falling into the skate-off for the fourth time.
Cheryl Baker – eliminated week 5
Bucks Fizz Sorry, The Fizz star Cheryl was the second celebrity confirmed for Dancing on Ice during an exclusive interview on ITV's Lorraine.
Opening up about competing in the series, the singer revealed she had already started training and had suffered a few injuries.
She said: "I've fallen over a couple of times. But it's such huge fun! I haven't skated since I was about 12."
Perri Shakes-Drayton – eliminated week 4
Athletics star Perri was a favourite to win the series but was the third celeb to get eliminated.
When it was announced that she would be taking part in the show, Perri told Radio 1Xtra why the decision was so important.
She said: "It is an opportunity and I was told in the past I'd never be able to run again and that was not nice to be told. Now the fact my body feels good, I've been given a challenge, an opportunity, I'm going to go give it my best shot.
"I came across Kem from Love Island and we saw each other at the ice rink. He saw my skills, I saw his skills... I'm better than him. I'm most excited about the costumes!"
Stephanie Waring – week 3
The Hollyoaks star – known for playing Cindy Cunningham on the popular Channel 4 soap – was the second celebrity to get eliminated.
"It's quite a daunting challenge," she said. "The first day was pretty tough. I thought I'd be better than I was.
"I fell over once. It's very technical – it's the way you hold yourself, the positioning of your feet. Balancing is the hardest thing to do. I thought, 'Well, I can do yoga, I can obviously skate on ice'. No, Steph, you can't!"
Candice Brown – week 1 & 2
Candice Brown won the 2016 series of The Great British Bake Off, but didn't have as much luck when it came to Dancing on Ice. The star baker was the first celebrity to get eliminated this year.
Dancing on Ice contestants: Has anyone dropped out?
Sadly, yes. Cricketer Monty Panesar was forced to quit the series just a few weeks into training due to an injury.
The news was officially confirmed on the Dancing on Ice Twitter page, where they wished Monty a speedy recovery.
"We are super sad to announce that owing to an injury sustained in training, Monty Panesar has had to withdraw from Dancing On Ice 2018," they wrote. "You'll be sorely missed Monty – rest up and get better soon."
