Dancing On Ice 2021 returns tonight [Sunday, January 31] for Musicals Week which is the third instalment of the series.
Sunday's episode will see all of the celebrities skate for the first time in one go after the debut show was split over a fortnight, however, it hasn't been smooth sailing.
Earlier this week Denise Van Outen, who was coupled with Matt Evers, revealed she was quitting the show following a shoulder injury. After falling on the ice, Denise dislocated her shoulder and fractured it in three places, leaving her no choice but to stand down.
Denise is being replaced by Olympic medallist gymnast Amy Tinkler, who will dance with professional Joe Johnson. You can find out more about the new contestant here.
Billie Shepherd will also be absent from the show due to a family bereavement.
The reality television star, who is partnered with professional Mark Hanretty, will be taking a break from the competition and won't be performing on Sunday night.
A spokesperson for Dancing On Ice said: "Sadly due to a family bereavement this week Billie Shepherd is taking a break from the ice and won't be on Sunday's show.
"We look forward to her returning next week and send her all of our love at this sad time."
Rufus Hound and his partner Robin Johnstone will also be absent from the rink as the comedian is still self-isolating after coming into contact with Covid-19.
A spokesperson for ITV said: "Rufus Hound came into contact with someone outside of the show who tested positive for Covid 19.
"This means, following government guidelines, he is currently isolating. We are hoping to welcome him back to the ice soon."
Who is skating on Dancing On Ice tonight?
As well as a performance from judge John Barrowman, the following couples will skate in Sundays show for Musicals Week.
Colin Jackson and Klabera Komini
Joe-Warren Plant and Vanessa Bauer
Faye Brooks and Hamish Gaman
Jason Donovan and Alexandra Schauman
Sonny Jay and Angela Egan
Graham Bell and Karina Mantra
Rebekah Vardy and Andy Buchanan
Lady Leshurr and Brendyn Hatfield
Amy Tinkler and Joe Johnson
Despite the absences the line-up has already had a shake-up after professional Yebin Mok, who was partnered with Graham Bell, had to pull out following a "freak accident" in rehearsals. You can read more about the injury here.
Karina Mantra is stepping in while Yebin recovers.
Meanwhile, for those who missed it, Myleene Klass and her partner Lukasz Rozycki were the first to be eliminated from the 2021 series, while Rufus and Sonny Jay were the lucky recipients of the new golden ticket, allowing them to go straight through to week three.
Dancing On Ice continues tonight at 6pm on ITV.
