Dancing On Ice has been given the chop after viewing figures plummeted for the last series, it has been revealed. The shock news means former This Morning host no longer has any programmes with ITV, for the first time since 2004.

ITV bosses made the decision after viewing figures fell below 3million. The most recent final, won by star Sam Aston, managed to attract just 2.7 million viewers – a stark decline from the viewing figures it once enjoyed, with an estimated 12 million tuning in during previous years.

presented the series alongside . The former host stepped down from his ITV presenting roles after admitting to having an "unwise but not illegal" affair with a younger male colleague. Phillip was soon replaced by Stephen Mulhern, who hosted the programme alongside Holly.

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fans have watched their fair share of bust-ups, nasty injuries and television gold moments since the show launched back in 2006. The line-up of celebrities taking on the ice this year includes, Sir Steve Redgrave and . Below, we look back at a few of the most shocking things to happen to the stars and professional skaters over the years, including scandals that rocked the series.

Last year's series was not all smooth sailing for the celebrities, especially for British track and field athlete . , when disaster struck. He had to be rushed to hospital after he accidentally ripped open his stomach with a skate and tore his abs. When he was recovering in hospital, he told his followers on : "I effectively gave myself a C-section." One of the most grizzly injuries happened back in 2012 when actress Jennifer Ellison sliced her head open after conducting a scorpion kick on the ice. Paramedics had to rush to her aid as blood started gushing from the back of her head.

Another horrific moment was in 2021 when accidentally sliced her partner Andy Buchanan's face open with her ice skate during rehearsals. The pro dancer had to be rushed to hospital after being slashed across the cheek. Following the incident, she said: "It was quite scary. But it brings back the realisation that what we're doing is really bl**dy dangerous."

Perhaps one of the worst accidents that happened to a pro skater was in the inaugural series when ex-England goalkeeper David Seaman attempted a dangerous headbanger with his partner Pam O'Connor. During their routine, David dropped Pam, and she split her chin open on the ice. She required stitches in hospital but went on to skate with David later on in the series. However, that move, where a partner holds the other by the ankles with their face just inches from the ground, then got banned from the show.

What reality show wouldn't be complete without a spat? During the 2019 series, TOWIE legend clapped back at judge Jason Gardiner following a savage critique after one routine. Jason criticised Gemma's lack of elegance on the ice and she accused him of selling stories about her to the press. After calling her lazy, he later said: "She came out and did what can only be described as one of the most painful routines I've ever had to sit through because it looked so uncomfortable."

An awkward moment happened ahead of the 2020 series starting when rumours started swirling that star Maura Higgins 'stole' fellow islander Amber Gill's spot. winner Amber was one of the first names reported to be in the 2020 series, but Maura ended up appearing on the show. Amber told : "I didn't realise I had a place to lose, to be honest." Addressing the rumours at 's Animal Hero Awards, Maura told us: "I mean, I know a lot of people went for castings for the show, but I was lucky enough to get it."

Another so called 'swap' happened in the 2020 series after Caprice Bourret switched partners from Hamish Gaman after she made bullying claims against him. The American model later quit the show entirely. Her rep told the : "It's true that Caprice is no longer participating in Dancing On Ice It's been a hard few months and she's had to keep silent for contractual reasons. Her mental wellbeing has been affected over the last two months and recent stories leaked to the press are not only salacious but extremely hurtful. Now she's taking some time to recover and look after herself and her family."

Dancing on Ice has not been without its romance rumours either. In 2023, TOWIE's Joey Essex left viewers cringing after he appeared to lean in for a kiss with his pro partner Vanessa Bauer at the end of their High School Musical routine. Vanessa swerved his kiss and looked shocked before the judges delivered their comments.

A split which will go down in Dancing on Ice history was when Love Island's and broke up following his time on the show in 2019. Megan was reportedly devastated when Wes' partner Vanessa confirmed she'd broken up with her long-term boyfriend on the day of his debut performance with her. Megan claimed Vanessa's split was "tactical" to make headlines. The model later admitted she was just acting jealous, but two weeks after her outburst, Megan announced she and Wes had parted ways.

Another couple who caught everyone's attention was star Denise Welch and her ex-husband Tim Healy during the 2011 series. When Jason on the judging panel branded Denise's skating "abysmal," Tim shot up from his seat to confront the outspoken star. Denise yelled, "Sit down," as she tried to calm Tim down during a particularly dramatic episode.