Dancing On Ice’s Adele Roberts has revealed how the show has helped her ‘reclaim her body’ following her recent battle with bowel cancer ahead Sunday’s premiere.
The DJ, 44, was first diagnosed in October 2021 and documented her treatment on social media, which included colostomy surgery to remove a bowel tumour and having a stoma bag fitted.
As well as being a huge fan of the series Adele said: ‘Another reason I wanted to do it as well is just more recently being able to reclaim my body after what it’s been through’.
‘I feel like it’s allowing me to take back who I am again’.
The former Radio 1 host also candidly discussed the precautions taken in order for her perform on the ice with her stoma.
Dancing On Ice ‘s Adele Roberts, 44, has revealed how the show has helped ‘reclaim her body’ following her recent battle with bowel cancer ahead ahead Sunday’s premiere
The DJ was first diagnosed in October 2021 and documented her treatment on social media, which included colostomy surgery to remove a bowel tumour and having a stoma bag fitted
Saying: ‘Being new to the world of stomas, I didn’t really know what to expect.I’ve realised that Audrey – that’s what I call it – doesn’t like the ice’.
‘She’s very quiet. She’s been a joy, actually. I’ve noticed that because I’ve got a hole on the right side of my torso, I don’t have a centre where it used to be’.
Adele, who has been paired with pro Mark Hanretty, admitted she was having to ‘relearn’ how to use her body and said rotating her midriff was still quite difficult.
‘I’ve got to really, really think about my movement on the ice but it’s helped me connect with my body, so it’s been a blessing as well.
In 2022, Adele was filmed at home with her partner Kate who helped the star changed her stoma bag – a candid moment that was praised by viewers.
Adele revealed in an October 2021 Instagram post that she was diagnosed with stage 2 cancer, and later underwent colostomy surgery to remove a bowel tumour later that year.
After Kate changed her stoma bag, Adele told her girlfriend ‘I can’t believe I’ve been to the toilet in front of you,’ only for Kate to tell her ‘I don’t see it like that, explaining that she sees the stoma as a ‘separate entity…. it’s like we’re changing our baby.’
The end of the segment showed Adele thanking Kate for ‘accepting my new body’ from the very start of her cancer journey.
As well as being a huge fan of the series Adele said: ‘Another reason I wanted to do it as well is just more recently being able to reclaim my body after what it’s been through’ (pictured with pro partner Mark Hanretty)
The former Radio 1 host also candidly discussed the precautions taken in order for her perform on the ice with her stoma
Dancing On Ice have revealed its line-up of professional skaters for the upcoming 2024 series, with Vanessa Bauer and Brendyn Hatfield among the pros returning.
And the new series will see a shake-up among the pros as Simon Senecal and Amani Fancy join the show following Matt Evers departure.
While skaters Klabera Komini, Alexandra Schauman, Olivia Smart, and Lukasz Rozycki will not be returning this year.
Joining the others will be Slyvain Longchambon, Colin Grafton, Robin Johnstone, Andy Buchanan, Mark Hanretty, Anette Dytrt, Vanessa James, and Vicky Ogden.
The glittering photos of the celebrities seen with their professional partners come as it was revealed Dancing on Ice will launch Sunday January 14.
Photos of the contestants show fan favourite Vanessa with partner her Miles Nazaire, while Brendyn will show Lou Sanders the ropes.
Made in Chelsea star Miles admitted he ‘100%’ felt as though he has something to prove on the rink, before gushing over his and partner’s ability to help bring out the real him.
Saying: ‘I don’t know if Vanessa takes it out of me or it’s just I’m feeling really comfortable, but there’s a side that I only show my mum and people who are very, very close to me,’
‘Which is kind of like the kiddie side and just having a bit of more fun and not so serious and not so ‘Miles the French boy’ who talks in French and woos women’.
Adding: ‘I really love it when I’m like that. I’m just a bit goofy and I’m just a little bit more myself’.
Holly Willoughby is reportedly set to address her three-month TV absence when she returns to Dancing On Ice on Sunday.
The TV presenter, 42, is will host the ITV skating show alongside Stephen Mulhern, MailOnline exclusively revealed.
The series kicks off almost three months after she learned of an alleged plot to kidnap and murder her.
According to a new report, Holly will thanks her fans for their support in hopes to ‘mark the start’ of a new positive year.
A TV insider told The Sun: ‘Holly is really looking forward to putting 2023 behind her and focusing on a fresh, positive start to a new year.’
They continued: ‘She is considering a very brief comment at the top of the opening show, along the lines of, “It’s good to be back,” or “Thanks for your support,” drawing a firm line under her hiatus and marking the beginning of a new optimistic term.’
MailOnline has contacted Holly’s representatives for comment.
It comes as Dancing On Ice bosses are said to have offered Holly heightened security and want to make sure she feels completely ‘secure’ on the show, according to The Sun.
The publication also claimed that Holly has signed a one-year rolling contract with an option to step back next year in case she wants a longer break.
A source told The Sun: ‘Bosses have been working hard to ensure she feels completely secure, trying not to put any pressure on all while making sure she knows they are ready to support her every step of the way.’
Holly signed a deal over Christmas after weeks of deliberating over whether to present the show, and is said to be ‘excited’ about to getting back to work on the show that she previously hosted with her former friend Phillip Schofield.
An ITV insider told MailOnline: ‘Holly is a star and everyone was so very much hoping that she would decide to come back.
‘After many discussions and a lot of thought, she thought that getting some normality into her life would be a good thing.
‘There are obvious worries about going on live television, her main priority is her family, ITV have been hugely understanding and have not put any pressure on her at all.’
Holly Willoughby is reportedly set to address her three-month TV absence when she returns to Dancing On Ice on Sunday (pictured with new co-host Stephen Mulhern)
The glittering photos of the celebrities seen with their professional partners were released this week
They added: ‘They wanted to give her all of the time she needed but it has been a rough decision for her. Time was ticking but the bosses were trying to remain calm.’
Katie Rawcliffe, head of entertainment commissioning at ITV, said: ‘Holly and Stephen are two of our best loved presenters, so reuniting them 20 years after they first appeared on screen together to host Dancing On Ice marks the start of an exciting year for the show.’
ITV also shared a post to Instagram which read: ‘Dancing On Ice news 20 years since they first worked together, Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern join forces for the greatest show on ice.’
DANCING ON ICE: MEET THE 2024 CONTESTANTS
RICKY HATTON
AGE: 44
PROFESSION: Former pro boxer
WHAT DID HE SAY? ‘If I can hold my nerve in the boxing ring I should be able to hold my nerve in the ice rink’
HANNAH SPEARRITT
AGE: 42
PROFESSION: SINGER
WHAT DID SHE SAY? ‘I’m really excited about learning a new skill. It’s so easy to live your comfortable life and that aspect of mixing things up is very appealing’
GREG RUTHERFORD
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Athlete
WHAT DID HE SAY? ‘I like a challenge and I needed a reason to go out and do stuff again and here we are. I want to perform something that’s never been done before, that’s my aim.’
Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards
AGE: 59
PROFESSION: OLYMPIC SKI JUMPER
WHAT DID HE SAY? ‘Dancing on Ice is a show I’ve always wanted to do. It’s a challenge I think I’m going to relish!’
RICKY NORWOOD
AGE: 40
PROFESSION: EastEnders star
WHAT DID HE SAY? ‘It’s come at such a great time in life. I can’t skate at all! No rehearsals as yet, I’ve just had some physiotherapy to strengthen the body.’
RYAN THOMAS
AGE: 39
PROFESSION: Corrie star
WHAT DID HE SAY? ‘Everyone keeps asking me, “are you doing it?” I’ve told everyone!’
CLAIRE SWEENEY
AGE: 52
PROFESSION: ACTRESS
WHAT DID SHE SAY? ‘I am stepping into the unknown here. I don’t know how I will feel. But I am very excited.’
AMBER DAVIES
AGE: 26
PROFESSION: WEST END STAR
WHAT DID SHE SAY? ‘I would definitely say that I’m an adrenaline junkie but I do get more nervous as I get older and I hope that I can contain them’
MILES NAZAIRE
AGE: 27
PROFESSION: REALITY STAR
WHAT DID HE SAY? ‘I’ve always loved to dance but it’s usually on a dance floor on a Saturday night and Dancing on Ice looks so difficult.’
LOU SANDERS
AGE: 37
PROFESSION: COMEDIAN
WHAT DID SHE SAY? ‘I’m nervous about cracking my head open, or just bashing the old head. I can’t afford to lose any more brain cells.’
ADELE ROBERTS
AGE: 44
PROFESSION: RADIO PRESENTER
WHAT DID SHE SAY? ‘It’s ”bricking it on ice” for me! I think the hardest part is putting myself out there as I usually hide away’
ROXY SHAHIDI
AGE: 40
PROFESSION: Emmerdale star
WHAT DID SHE SAY? ‘I can’t ice-skate. I haven’t really said anything to anyone but mainly because I’m so nervous about it!’
