Holly Willoughby has been defended by fans after comments about her appearance were made following her latest social media post. The presenter returned to her Instagram page with a closer look at her glam for week three of Dancing on Ice.
14.01.2024 - 21:51 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Holly Willoughby has been branded a 'goddess' by fans as she made a return to television for the new series of Dancing on Ice.
It is the first time Holly has been on TV since she stepped down from This Morning presenting duties back in October.
Confirming her departure from the ITV daytime show, Holly, 42, said it had been an 'honour to just be part of its story', but said it was a call she had to make for herself and her family. In the Instagram post, she wrote: "I have let ITV know today that after 14 years, I will not be returning to This Morning. To everyone who has ever worked on the show over the years, thank you so so much.
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"This is such a difficult goodbye, you are incredible and I forever will be proud of what we've done together. Thank you to everyone at ITV for being supportive. To every guest who has sat on our sofa, thank you. Most of all, thank you to the wonderful viewers. You've been so loyal, so supportive and the very best company every day."
Holly made her return on Sunday night, alongside Stephen Mulhern who has taken over hosting duties from Philip Schofield.
Taking to Instagram ahead of the show, showing off a sleek silver sequin dress, Holly wrote: "Dancing on Ice series 16! … Let’s do this 1 sequin at a time."
In response, All Saints singer Nicole Appleton wrote: "There she is!! You look stunning!! Can’t wait!" while Abbey Clancy added: "Shine bright gorgeous".
Meanwhile, fans were bowled over by her look with kms1990 writing: "If this isn’t the best comeback picture I don’t know what is!" while Instgram user ladywilloughby added: "Let’s go, you goddess in silver sequins!".
After the show started fans
Holly Willoughby has been defended by fans after comments about her appearance were made following her latest social media post. The presenter returned to her Instagram page with a closer look at her glam for week three of Dancing on Ice.
As Holly Willougby returned to our screens for the 'Movie Special' instalment of ITV's Dancing on Ice Sunday night, she looked nothing short of a Hollywood starlet herself as she stepped out in a breath taking £1,800 black velvet maxi dress with white bows and a daring cut out detail. The dress – designed by Rasario, featured a subtle front split that showed off the presenter's toned legs and simple black Jimmy Choo stiletto heels.The mum of three took to Instagram ahead of the show to give followers a sneak preview of outfit with a stunning snap that she captioned: "Let’s go to the Movies… it’s movie week on @dancingonice … You are in for a treat! See you soon @itv.
Holly Willoughby has been branded a 'movie star' as she pulled out all the stops for her latest performance on Dancing on Ice. The presenter didn't hold back for the ITV skating competition's move-themed week and showed off her look on social media before going live on air.
Dancing On Ice returned on Sunday night as Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern introduced all the couples for Movie Week as we saw everything from Barbie, to Twilight and Pulp Fiction.
Holly Willoughby has a special way of showing kindness to contestants during Dancing on Ice ad breaks. One of the pro-skaters revealed that Holly always takes time to do something nice for those taking part. Holly made her first TV appearance since leaving This Morning on the first show of Dancing on Ice earlier this month, with the 42 year old star returning to the small screen after a three-month break.
Earlier tonight, Holly Willoughby issued an apology to the Dancing on Ice audience and those watching at home, after it was speculated that she accidentally swore while live on air. During the show - where S Club 7's Hannah Spearitt became the second celeb to leave - the 42 year old addressed the cameras to say sorry and to explain what caused the cheeky mishap.
Holly Willoughby was forced to issue an apology during the latest live broadcast of Dancing on Ice following a sweary slip-up. The presenter looked as glamourous as ever as she appeared rinkside for week three of the ITV skating competition.
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Holly Willoughby has showed off her 'stunning' new look as she returned for the second episode of Dancing on Ice before offering a cheeky update on her co-host Stephen Mulhern. The presenter returned to screens for the first time in three months last weekend.
Holly Willoughby wowed fans ahead of her Dancing on Ice appearance tonight in a chic Solace London bubblegum pink dress that showed off her fantastic figure.The fitted, ankle-grazing outfit was sleeveless and complete with an oversized satin bow, and some of 42 year old Holly's 8.5 million Instagram fans were quick to comment on how beautiful she looked. One fan said: "The hair is immaculate and the outfit is 10/10" followed by a heart-eye emoji.
Josie Gibson has spoken about being backstage during Holly Willoughby's return to screens as she appeared on This Morning. The presenter made a special appearance on Dancing on Ice on Sunday night (January 14) which was co-hosted by Holly and Stephen Mulhern.
Holly Willoughby has injected some "fun" into Dancing On Ice, as fans praised her TV return. Last year saw Holly, 42, step down for her hosting gig at This Morning, and for a number of months fans had been left questioning if she would be returning to Dancing On Ice this January.
Phillip Schofield reportedly didn't tune in to watch Holly's return to Dancing on Ice over the weekend because he's still feeling "bruised." Holly's former This Morning co-host, Phillip, 61, stepped down from all of his roles at ITV last year after admitting he lied about an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a much younger colleague. Last year, reports also surfaced of a feud and breakdown in the relationship between Holly and Phillip, who also previously fronted Dancing on Ice together. Holly made her return to the popular celebrity ice-skating competition over the weekend with co-host Stephen Mulhern after taking a four-month hiatus from TV due to an alleged plot to kidnap her.
The contestants of Dancing On Ice weren't the only ones falling to the floor in tonight's premiere thanks to boxing star Ricky Hatton, who took host Holly Willoughby and viewers by surprise by punching Stephen Mulhern.The Deal or No Deal presenter, 46, made his hosting debut on the show tonight alongside Holly Willoughby as they welcomed the celebrity cast of 2024 into the rink. In one joke segment, Stephen was stood next to Ricky, forcing him to be his "human mic stand" as Holly led the show into another ad break.
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TV presenter Holly Willoughby has marked her return to the small screen with a post on social media saying “And so it begins”.