Dancing On Ices Jason Gardiner replaced by John Barrowman for 2020 series
John Barrowman will be replacing Jason Gardiner on Dancing On Ice 2020 (Picture: WireImage/ITV) Dan..
Dancing On Ice has welcomed newcomer John Barrowman to the panel for the 2020 series following Jason Gardiners exit.
The Doctor Who star, who was teased to be replacing the no-nonsense judge just days ago, will deliver his cutting critiques to the yet-to-be-announced celebrity contestants alongside Torvill and Dean and Ashley Banjo when the show returns in the New Year.
I am so excited to be returning to the Dancing On Ice family, John enthused. Unlike most I have been through the rigorous task of skating live as a contestant in the first series.
This is a thrilling adventure for me and I hope to bring a Fresh, Fun and Fab-u-lous angle to the judging panel.
Johns quick wit, inimitable talent and all-round fabulous personality make him the perfect addition to Dancing on Ices all-star panel and were looking forward to seeing him bring his own brand of sparkle to the show, added ITVs Head of Entertainment Commissioning Katie Rawcliffe.
Original skating judge Jason confirmed the news of his departure himself via Instagram after rumours of him being replaced began to do the rounds.
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After all these years I feel its time for me to say goodbye to my judging role and return to things I have been putting on hold and have been on the back burner for a while, he said.
To all of my DOI fans I really thank you for your support and encouragement over the years, I know weve gone through some controversies and Im glad you got my unique judging style and honestly.
Its because of you I never cowered or shied away from serving up the truth.
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ITV had reportedly been trying to find a replacement for the star following his clash with contestant Gemma Collins earlier this year.
He and the Towie queen butted heads over Jasons brutally honest critiques and an insider told The Sun that show bosses are worried about his harsh put-downs in light of The Jeremy Kyle Show controversy.
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