Dancing on Ice star Jason Donovan pulls out of 2021 series with back injury

Dancing on Ice star Jason Donovan pulls out of 2021 series with back injury

Postby dutchman » Mon Feb 22, 2021 9:26 pm

"We wish Jason a speedy recovery"

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Dancing on Ice star Jason Donovan is the latest celebrity to withdraw from the series.

The former Neighbours star, partnered with Alexandra Schauman, was forced to drop out after failing to recover from a back injury in time for this weekend. He missed the February 14 show after he started to experience back pain.

All contestants are only permitted one week's bye, and because Jason would not be ready for the February 28 show, he had little choice but to depart from the competition.

"Jason Donovan has brought us so much joy with his performances on Dancing on Ice – from Priscilla through to the tango," an ITV spokesperson said.

"Our thanks go to Jason and his partner Alex for being so wonderful and committed to the series. We're sorry to see them leave and we wish Jason a speedy recovery."

Jason is the fifth celebrity to pull out of the series prematurely, with Denise van Outen being the first to withdraw over a shoulder injury. Rufus Hound and Joe-Warren Plant both exited the competition after testing positive for COVID-19, while Billie Faiers pulled out following a fall.

Professional skater Hamish Gaman also could not continue as Faye Brookes' partner due to a finger injury. Matt Evers was recently confirmed as Faye's new skating partner.

Colin Jackson, Lady Leshurr, Rebekah Vardy, and Sonny Jay are the other celebrities still in the competition.

Dancing on Ice returns on Sunday, February 28 at 6pm on ITV.


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