Comedian Josh Jones has been compelled to withdraw from the popular ITV reality show, Dancing On Ice, following an unfortunate injury. Jones, who was paired with professional figure skater Tippy Packard, was eagerly anticipated to perform in the third episode of the season. This unexpected exit has left fans and fellow contestants disappointed, as Jones had never ventured into ice skating before joining the show.
Jones expressed his sentiments to viewers, humorously reflecting on his short-lived skating journey as being "as they say in Eurovision… nul points." Despite his abrupt departure, his partnership with Tippy Packard will be fondly remembered. The official Dancing On Ice social media channels shared a heartfelt message acknowledging that their presence would be greatly missed.
The news of Jones' withdrawal has sparked conversations among fans, many of whom have taken to social media to voice their support for Chelsee Healey's return to the competition. Healey was an earlier contestant on the show and has garnered a significant fan base eager to see her back on the ice.
Josh Jones is no stranger to the spotlight, having appeared on notable television programs such as Jonathan Ross' Comedy Club and 8 Out Of 10 Cats. He has also made his mark as the host of the BBC Three competition Fast Food Face-Off and co-hosts the comedy podcast Chatting With Cherubs alongside Morgan Rees. His historical gossip podcast, Dead Drama, has further solidified his standing in the entertainment world.
Dancing On Ice has seen its share of dramatic exits over the years due to injuries. In 2018, Antony Cotton, a star from Coronation Street, suffered fractured ribs after an accident with his partner. Similarly, in 2024, former Olympic athlete Greg Rutherford was forced to pull out from the final after sustaining an injury during rehearsals. The show also witnessed a memorable moment in 2012 when Jennifer Ellison ended up cutting her head with her skate while attempting a daring "scorpion kick."
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