Dancing On Ice winner Molly Lanaghan heartbroken as show is axed after 19 years

Molly Lanaghan shares her disappointment

DANCING On Ice winner Molly Lanaghan has expressed her heartbreak after the ITV show was axed following 19 successful years on TV. Molly, who won the competition this year alongside Coronation Street's Sam Aston, had high hopes for the show's return in the future.

Molly's hopes for the show's return

Just before the announcement of the show's cancellation, Molly shared that she was preparing for the next series and considered it her top priority. She mentioned that it would be a loss if the beloved show did not come back, as it was where she began her skating career.

Belief in the show's future

Despite the axing, Molly believed that there was still a place for Dancing On Ice on television. She highlighted the excitement of watching celebrities push themselves and showcase their passion for skating, revealing different sides to their personalities.

Winning moment and final thoughts

Reflecting on her winning moment with Sam Aston, Molly described it as a surreal and happy experience, emphasizing the strong friendship they had built throughout the competition. She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to compete and win alongside Sam.

ITV confirms the show's hiatus

Following the decline in ratings for the latest series, ITV announced that Dancing On Ice would be rested in 2026 with no immediate plans for another season. This decision leaves host Holly Willoughby without a show on the channel for the first time in over two decades.

Speculation and behind-the-scenes insight

Reports suggest that the show's set is being dismantled and placed in long-term storage, leading to speculation about the show's future. Sources reveal that morale among staff is low, with many considering this move as the "final nail in the coffin" for the beloved skating competition.