Holly Willoughby exudes glamour in a pink sheer dress for Dancing On Ice

‘It feels good to put a sequin on!’ Holly Willoughby exudes glamour in a pink sheer dress for Dancing On Ice as she tells of her joy at getting to host the show amid lockdown

Holly Willoughby looked radiant as ever as she donned her first outfit for this year’s series of Dancing On Ice on Sunday.

The TV presenter, 39, was back in action for the new season of the ITV show and donned a pink sheer sleeveless dress for the live show.

The mother-of-three cut a glamorous figure in the figure hugging garment which featured a sequinned detail and a plunging neckline.

Stunning: Holly Willoughby looked radiant as ever as she donned her first outfit for this year’s series of Dancing On Ice on Sunday

The dress also featured a tassel detail while Holly styled her platinum blonde locks into loose waves for the evening.

The This Morning star shared a stunning snap of herself to Instagram just before she took to the stage alongside co-host Phillip Schofield.

Alongside the post, Holly told of her delight at the show returning to screens amid the ongoing coronavirus lockdown.

She wrote: ‘Well its back… @dancingonice on @itv at 6pm… it’s incredible that the brilliant team, crew and celebs have made this happened… it’s not been easy and I feel so proud. Gosh it feels good to put a sequin on!’

Wow: The TV presenter, 39, was back in action for the new season of the ITV show and donned a pink sheer sleeveless dress for the live show

Wow: The TV presenter, 39, was back in action for the new season of the ITV show and donned a pink sheer sleeveless dress for the live show

Beauty: The mother-of-three cut a glamorous figure in the figure hugging garment which featured a sequinned detail and a plunging neckline (pictured with Phillip Schofield)

Beauty: The mother-of-three cut a glamorous figure in the figure hugging garment which featured a sequinned detail and a plunging neckline (pictured with Phillip Schofield)

Stars attempting to impress with their new-found skating abilities include Rebekah Vardy, Myleene Klass, Billie Faiers, Sonny Jay and Jason Donovan. 

ITV reassured fans on earlier this month that the show will be back as planned despite the UK being plunged into a third lockdown, however a few new precautions will be in place including perspex dividers between the judges and no audience.

The news came amid claims the celebs and their professional skating partners were concerned about coronavirus hitting the show and it being cancelled.

The judging panel will be sat far apart, keeping in line with social distancing measures, and perspex panels will be placed between them.

Glamour: The dress also featured a tassel detail while Holly styled her platinum blonde locks into loose waves for the evening

Glamour: The dress also featured a tassel detail while Holly styled her platinum blonde locks into loose waves for the evening

Show: ITV reassured fans on earlier this month that the show will be back as planned despite the UK being plunged into a third lockdown

Show: ITV reassured fans on earlier this month that the show will be back as planned despite the UK being plunged into a third lockdown

Show: ITV reassured fans on earlier this month that the show will be back as planned despite the UK being plunged into a third lockdown

For the first time in its history the studio at Bovingdon Airfield in Hertfordshire will have no audience, a move mirroring that of Strictly Come Dancing.

The skating celebrities will also watch each other perform from socially-distanced tables to keep everyone safe from COVID-19.

Confirming the return of the hit series, ITV tweeted: ‘Confirmed: Dancing on Ice returns Sunday 17 January at 6pm on ITV.

‘Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby once again return to present the show and the expert Ice Panel of Torvill and Dean, John Barrowman and Ashley Banjo.’

Filming: For the first time in its history the studio at Bovingdon Airfield in Hertfordshire will have no audience, a move mirroring that of Strictly Come Dancing

Filming: For the first time in its history the studio at Bovingdon Airfield in Hertfordshire will have no audience, a move mirroring that of Strictly Come Dancing

Pose: The This Morning star shared a stunning snap of herself to Instagram just before she took to the stage alongside co-host Phillip Schofield

Pose: The This Morning star shared a stunning snap of herself to Instagram just before she took to the stage alongside co-host Phillip Schofield

Holly wrote: 'It’s incredible that the brilliant team, crew and celebs have made this happened... it’s not been easy and I feel so proud'

Holly wrote: ‘It’s incredible that the brilliant team, crew and celebs have made this happened… it’s not been easy and I feel so proud’

Contestant Denise Van Outen suffered a set back just before the first live show when she dislocated her shoulder during rehearsals. 

Denise thanked her fans for their support after she was rushed to hospital on Thursday following the shock fall. 

According to The Sun, Denise will perform despite her injury, with an insider claiming: ‘Denise had a huge scare, but she’s determined not to let a dislocated shoulder stop her from performing on the launch show.

‘She’s had huge support from her skating partner Matt Evers. He’s going to be on hand to make sure tonight goes to plan, despite the difficult circumstances.’

Ouch: It comes after Dancing On Ice 's Denise Van Outen recently dislocated her shoulder during rehearsals that was captured on camera in harrowing footage

Ouch: It comes after Dancing On Ice ‘s Denise Van Outen recently dislocated her shoulder during rehearsals that was captured on camera in harrowing footage

Dancing On Ice 2021: Who are the celebrities?

 MYLEENE KLASS 

 

Age: 42 

Profession: Musician and radio host 

Myleene says: ‘My girls have always wanted me to do this but I’ve always been too scared someone will skate over my fingers!’ 

JASON DONOVAN

Age: 52

Profession: Actor and singer, best know for playing Scott Robinson in Neighbours 

Jason says: ‘To be able to learn a skill and spend some time focused is quite exciting, and I’m looking forward to seeing you guys.’

FAYE BROOKES 

 

Age: 33

Profession: Actress best known for her role as Kate Connor in Coronation Street

Faye says: ‘I’m so excited! The producers get to know you and this is the first time I think people are just going to see me, not being a character… Just being me – Faye!’

COLIN JACKSON

Age: 53

Profession: Former sprint and hurdling athlete, who has since carved out a career as a TV personality

Colin says: ‘You go out there, you enjoy yourself and you learn a new skill and to hone the skill of skating will just be a huge, huge plus. I’m looking forward to it.’

REBEKAH VARDY 

Age: 38

Profession: TV personality

Rebekah says: ‘I’m really looking forward to getting my teeth into that. I’m going to give my 100% effort for it all.’

 RUFUS HOUND 

 Age: 41

Profession: Comedian

Rufus says: ‘I’m doing it for the money. I don’t know if you’ve heard but about six months ago this global pandemic hit and made just about everything I’ve ever done to earn a pound note disappear!’  

DENISE VAN OUTEN  

 

Age: 46 

Profession: Performer and presenter, best known for The Big Breakfast  

Denise says: ‘I’m really excited. Finally, I get to tell people. I’ve kept this a secret from most of my friends and family. Betsy [her daughter] doesn’t even know….’

SONNY JAY 

 

Age:  27

Profession: Singer and radio presenter, best known for his daily Breakfast Show on Capital Radio

Sonny says: ‘I don’t want to fall over, not in front of the nation. I don’t want to be a meme the next day!’ 

JOE-WARREN PLANT 

 

Age: 18

Profession: Actor best known for his role as Jacob Gallagher in Emmerdale 

Joe-Warren says: ‘I’m super excited. I’m glad I have the time off Emmerdale to really focus on training…’ 

GRAHAM BELL

Age: 54

Profession: Former Olympic skier, who is also a TV presenter, adventurer and journalist

Graham says: ‘Ice doesn’t scare me, it’s the dancing… [My experience was confined to] ‘dancing on tables, wearing ski boots in après ski. It’s not graceful and elegant!’

LADY LESHURR

Age: 30

Profession: Rapper

Lady says: ‘I’m petrified, (but) I’ve always wanted to ice skate so what’s better than doing it in front of millions of people.’

 Billie Faiers

Age: 30 

Profession: Television personality 

Billie says: ‘I am soooo excited to announce that I will be taking part. I still can’t believe I am actually doing it!!’