Meet the cast: Claire Sweeney

Actress Claire Sweeney is just one of this year’s soap stars who will work to secure viewers’ votes to stay in the competition.

She has been on telly for more than three decades after starting her career in Brookside.

Claire recently returned to the soap world, joining Coronation Street as Cassandra Plummer who is Tyrone Dobbs’ biological mum.

Single mum Claire has said she signed up for doing Dancing On Ice for her eight-year-old son.

She said: “I’m really looking forward to going to an ice rink with my son and actually being able to skate and not have to use the penguins they give you to help you stay upright!” 

Meet the cast: Hannah Spearritt

Fans were left gutted when it was revealed Hannah Spearritt wouldn’t be joining S Club 7 on tour, so no doubt they will be glad to have her back on their TV screens.

The 90s pop star suffered heartache following the sudden death of her ex-boyfriend and bandmate Paul Cattermole in April 2023.

But the star has kept herself busy by focusing on learning how to skate in front of millions.

“I’m really excited about learning a new skill,” she said ahead of Dancing On Ice’s return.

Meet the cast: Ricky Hatton

He is best known for being a world champion boxer – but how will Ricky Hatton fare swapping the ring for an ice rink?

The 44-year-old isn’t afraid of a challenge and was the first celebrity to be announced for the new series.

Ahead of his debut on the show, the sportsman said: “If I can hold my nerve in the boxing ring I should be able to hold my nerve in the ice rink.

“I like setting new challenges and keeping myself busy!”