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Dancing On Ice axe a ‘professional hiccup’ for Stephen Mulhern but family tragedy puts it all ‘into perspective’

ITV taking Dancing On Ice off the air will be a nuisance for presenter Stephen Mulhern, but his teflon coating means it won't stick.

ITV’s decision to take Dancing On Ice off air permanently came as a blow for cast, crew, hosts Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern and its millions of fans. Stephen Mulhern replaced Phillip Schofield as Holly’s co-host on Dancing On Ice (Credit: ITV) Fiona points to Stephen Mulhern’s enduring success, 25-year career and overall likability as evidence that he’ll weather this particular storm. Moreover, while losing his dad undoubtedly challenged him personally, it may have made it easier for Stephen to “put professional hiccups in perspective”.

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