Ferne McCann posed for a racy Dancing On Ice shoot on Tuesday as she prepares to take to the rink.
The ITV skating show returns to British screens on Sunday with Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern at the helm, and fans were treated to promo shots of the celebrities and professional partners.
Former TOWIE star Ferne, 34, showed off her incredible figure in a plunging pale blue halterneck mini dress.
She posed up a storm alongside her pro skating partner Brendyn Hatfield, who wore a shimmering silver shirt and navy trousers.
The sexy shoot comes days after Ferne got candid about her relationship with fiancé Lorri Haines, as she admitted that the couple are ‘not constantly upbeat and positive’.
The influencer and her partner, 33, share daughter Finty, 16 months, while Ferne is also mother to daughter Sunday, six, from a previous relationship and Lorri also has a son with a former partner.
Ferne McCann posed for a racy Dancing On Ice shoot on Tuesday as she prepares to take to the rink
The sexy shoot comes days after Ferne got candid about her relationship with fiancé Lorri Haines, as she admitted that the couple are ‘not constantly upbeat and positive’
Ferne admitted that juggling their blended families with their busy careers means that her and Lorri get less time alone together, but explained they were working on getting their spark back.
She confessed to OK! magazine: ‘I think this is my first proper relationship and we are juggling so much with businesses and raising our children together; we’re a blended family, with lots of different personalities. Don’t get me wrong, we’re not constantly upbeat and positive, but we’re very much together and doing life together.
‘When you’ve got multiple children, it’s a lot. We’re both busy working and it’s like any household, it’s about the moving parts. Sometimes we can be like passing ships if he’s in the office and I’m working – it can be tough.’
Last year, the reality star admitted that she and Lorri sleep in separate bedrooms and even sought the help of an intimacy coach to get their romance back on track.
But Ferne confirmed that the couple are now ‘back in the same bed’ and have been ‘getting the intimacy back’ into their relationship.
She explained: ‘You really have to prioritise it when you’ve got children, it’s easy for it to be bottom of the pile. We had a baby and are very busy. But now we prioritise intimacy, and communication is key. You get those rare moments where you can have quality time together.’
In a previous interview with Heat, Ferne had shared how her and Lorri’s session with an intimacy coach had been ‘really insightful’.
She recalled how they did a lot of non-sexual activities that were focused on helping them improve their communication as well as other skills that can be transferred to the bedroom.
Former TOWIE star Ferne, 34, showed off her incredible figure in a plunging pale blue halterneck mini dress as she posed up a storm alongside her pro skating partner Brendyn Hatfield
The influencer and her partner, 33, share daughter Finty, 16 months, while Ferne is also mother to daughter Sunday, six, from a previous relationship and Lorri also has a son with a former partner
Ferne admitted that juggling their blended families with their busy careers means that her and Lorri get less time alone together, but explained they were working on getting their spark back
Ferne insisted that most parents would agree that once a baby is born sex is out the window as it is no longer a priority.
She also cited her pets, business, and television show as reasons why she struggles to find the time and energy to be intimate with Lorri.
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Ferne McCann admits relationship with fiancé Lorri Haines can be 'tough' and 'not always positive'
Elsewhere, Ferne said she was left ‘scarred’ after her first skating experience when she was seven-years-old.
‘My first ever experience on the ice wasn’t great and left me scarred and the first time I ever went to A&E and got stitches’, she said.
‘I went to an ice-skating party when I was seven and this boy skated into me and his skate went into my leg, but I love that story because like anything in my life, I get back up and here we are.’
She also said that her daughter Sunday ‘is very protective and is worried about me falling over’ but added that she thinks she will ‘love watching me on the ice’.
The year’s cast have been pictured in their best glitz and glamour in first look snaps ahead of its launch.
Among the stars taking part in this year’s competition include Olympic rower Sir Steve Redgrave, as well as TV presenter Michaela Strachan.
The cast of this year’s Dancing On Ice have been pictured in their best glitz and glamour in first look snaps ahead of its launch
The ITV skating show returns to British screens on Sunday with Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern at the helm, and fans were treated to promo shots of the celebrities and professional partners on Tuesday
The first look snaps showed the celebrities as they took to the ice in their costumes for the first time
Hollyoaks star Chelsee Healey looked incredible in a blue mirror chain-mail mini-dress as she posed alongside her partner Andy Buchanan
The first look snaps showed the celebrities as they took to the ice in their costumes for the first time.
Hollyoaks star Chelsee Healey looked incredible in a blue mirror chain-mail mini-dress as she posed alongside her partner Andy Buchanan.
Judges Christopher Dean, Jane Torvill, Oti Mabuse and Ashley Banjo were also spotted looking glam as they prepare to give their verdict each week on the contestants’ skates.
TV presenter Michaela Strachan was also seen in the first look snaps, as she joined her skating partner Mark Hanretty.
Also pictured was actress Charlie Brooks, who stunned in a flared metallic bodysuit while standing in hold with skater Eric Radford.
Ahead of the series’ launch episode, Sir Steve talked about how his diabetes and a condition affecting his hands could impact his performance on the show.
The former athlete, 62, who has five Olympic gold medals to his name, is among a slew of famous faces who will take to the ice when the ITV show returns this weekend.
Discussing his decision to take part, he said: ‘I’ve never had the opportunity before as my diary was always so packed due to my training.
Also taking part in the show is Traitors contestant Mollie Pearce
Judges Christopher Dean, Jane Torvill, Oti Mabuse and Ashley Banjo were also spotted looking glam as they prepare to give their verdict each week on the contestants’ skates
TOWIE’s Dan Edgar is also appearing on this year’s series
‘The other reason is because earlier this year Chris (Dean) and Jayne ( Torvill ) celebrated their 40th anniversary of them winning in Sarajevo (at the Winter Olympics) and it’s my 40th anniversary as well.
‘The show asked me to record a segment for Chris and Jayne and what they mean to British sport, both then and now, and at the end of it I said ‘I suppose you’re going to try and get me on the show now’ and here I am.’
Sir Steve won his first Olympic gold medal more than 40 years ago in the coxed fours in the 1984 Los Angeles Games.
Reflecting on what he was most nervous about, he said: ‘I’ve been diabetic for almost 30 years so the sensation in my feet isn’t as good as what it used to be so navigating my footing on the ice could be a problem.
‘I also have dupuytren’s contracture which affects my hands, meaning I can’t make them flat. So if I do fall over, although I’m planning not to, it means I may have trouble getting up.’
Dupuytren’s contracture is when one or more fingers bend in towards the palm and although it is not usually painful, it tends to get slowly worse over time, according to the NHS website.
TV presenter Michaela Strachan was also seen in the first look snaps, as she joined her skating partner Mark Hanretty
She looked sensational in a blue frill mini dress as she posed on the ice
Also pictured was actress Charlie Brooks, who stunned in a flared metallic bodysuit while standing in hold with skater Eric Radford
Ahead of the series’ launch episode, Sir Steve talked about how his diabetes and a condition affecting his hands could impact his performance on the show
Love Island’s Chris Taylor put on an animated display on the ice
Also taking part in the show is Traitors contestant Mollie Pearce, former EastEnders star Charlie, reality stars Dan Edgar and Chris Taylor, and Hollyoaks actor Chelsee.
Completing the line-up is presenter Michaela, comedian Josh Jones, former Premier League defender Anton Ferdinand, and soap star Sam Aston.
In December, Paralympian Dame Sarah Storey said she was ‘absolutely gutted’ when she announced her withdrawal from the competition after fracturing her ankle.
Soap star Ryan Thomas and his professional skating partner Amani Fancy won last year’s Dancing On Ice.
The show returns Sunday January 12 at 6.30pm, live on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player.
DANCING ON ICE 2025: MEET THE CONTESTANTS
FERNE MCCANN
AGE: 34
PROFESSION: Reality TV star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m so excited, it’s going to be a huge challenge but I’m excited for the glitz and glamour of the show.’
SIR STEVE REDRGAVE
AGE: 62
PROFESSION: Former Olympic rower
WHAT DID THEY SAY? ‘It’s like going back to being an athlete again, I’ve been competing most of my life.’
CHARLIE BROOKS
AGE: 43
PROFESSION: Soap star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’ve skated when I was a kid and with mulled wine at Christmas. Until I get on the ice I have no idea how I’m going to be. I’m not that strong.’
ANTON FERDINAND
AGE: 39
PROFESSION: Footballer and pundit
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: Dancing On Ice will give me that focus but I’m also doing it for my daughter because she loves dance and performing arts.’
CHRIS TAYLOR
Age: 34
PROFESSION: Reality star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m somewhere between absolutely terrified and very excited and I keep flitting between the two quite aggressively throughout the day. I’ve not even started stretching yet, I need to.’
CHELSEE HEALEY
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Actress
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m ready, I’m good to go, let’s go! I’ve got a bit of rhythm but skating on ice is completely different, I’m excited.
MOLLIE PEARCE
AGE: 22
PROFESSION: Reality TV star and model
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘It will be fun, I want to challenge myself, I’m ready for the challenge.’
SAM ASTON
AGE: 31
PROFESSION: Soap star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘Anyone at work who I’ve spoken to has done it have all kind of the same thing that it is a great experience and it is really hard, and it’s tiring and tough but it is brilliant as well.’
JOSH JONES
AGE: 31
PROFESSION: Comedian
WHAT DID THEY SAY? ‘I’ve not got any skating experience whatsoever, I did it once for a date years ago and I wasn’t very good, I was holding onto the railings the entire time and we aren’t together now.’
MICHAELA STRACHAN
AGE: 58
PROFESSION: Television presenter
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘It’s going to be a big challenge, I think the last time I was on ice was 14 years ago, because I trained as a dancer, I’ve got a bit of balance, but I have no idea whether I’m going to be good.’
DAN EDGAR
AGE: 34
PROFESSION: TOWIE star
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m looking forward to it but the thought of the live shows and performing is very real.’
DAME SARAH STOREY
AGE: 46
PROFESSION: Paralympian
WHAT DID THEY SAY?: ‘I’m excited to learn a new skill and have the opportunity to put myself out there and learn a new sport.’