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Daily Mail
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rachel Stevens offers rare update on romance with Dancing On Ice partner Brendyn Hatfield
has shared an update on how her romance is going with boyfriend Brendyn Hatfield on Monday. The S Club 7 star, 47, who was partnered with the pro skater, 38, on Dancing On Ice in 2022, conducted an Instagram Stories Q&A with her fans. During the session where her followers were able to ask her personal questions, one fan asked the star: 'How are you and Brendyn (love heart emoji).' Sharing a sweet snap of herself and Brendyn and confirming they were still together, she responded: 'Really good thank you' alongside a smiley love heart emoji. Rachel was previously married to real estate agent and actor Alex Bourne, 48, from 2009 to 2022. She announced her separation from her childhood sweetheart in July 2022, just one month shy of their 13th anniversary. The S Club icon then announced she had found love with Dancing On Ice partner Brendyn. The couple went official with their romance in November 2023 after they were first paired together on the ITV show. Rachel previously lifted the lid on her separation from Alex during an appearance on BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour, comparing it to 'jumping off a cliff.' She admitted: 'It's a lot of navigating, especially with the girls because they've always been at the forefront.' 'I'm very lucky, their dad is a great dad, and we've always been so aligned with keeping them really safe in it and being really honest.' 'We've had great advice on how to age-appropriately speak to them and help them feel safe in it all because that was my biggest fear - how they are going to be in all of this.' She continued: 'You're changing your life. It's not only a marriage, it's a family around it, it's your friendship groups, your home, your children.' 'Changing your whole life, for me it felt like jumping off a cliff, like wow, it's the unknown.' 'But I've always believed that we have to be happy, we have to be true to ourselves, and it's not something you decide overnight, it's something that takes so much thought and questioning.' 'I haven't talked about it a lot publicly because I'm so mindful of everyone involved.' The former couple were childhood sweethearts and reconnected in the mid-2000s when Rachel was launching her solo career and Alex was still trying to make it as an actor in Los Angeles. They got engaged in June 2008 after 18 months of dating and tied the knot at Claridge's in London the following year. The pair walked down the aisle to S Club 7's hit Never Had A Dream Come True, and her bandmates - Bradley McIntosh, Hannah Spearritt, Jo O'Meara, Jon Lee, Paul Cattermole and Tina Barrett - were there to watch them say 'I do'. The former couple also share two daughters, Amelie, 14, and Minnie, 11. She also discussed her new relationship with Brendyn at the time, adding: 'We've just been really mindful and thoughtful of everyone involved, and it was a very slow process, but when you go through growth in your life, you change and your outlook on life changes.' 'You realise this is what I need, this is what I want, this is what I deserve. And everything is new, and it all just kind of happens.' She added: 'It all just evolves and it's not black and white, it's just an amazing growth experience.'
Wales Online
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Dancing On Ice pro Brendyn Hatfield undergoes surgery after health battle
Dancing On Ice pro Brendyn Hatfield undergoes surgery after health battle Dancing On Ice pro Brendyn Hatfield had to go under the knife The talented skater has been a hit on several series of Dancing on Ice (Image: Getty Images ) Dancing On Ice star Brendyn Hatfield has opened up on social media about a surgical procedure he's had following a hidden health scare. The professional skater, who joined the ITV show in 2019, has been struggling with sudden asthmatic symptoms over the past year – a condition that was utterly unfamiliar to him. Despite beginning his video with a light-hearted Ace Ventura impression he soon delved into serious matters about his health. He said: "It's a big day tomorrow. Going in for a little bit of surgery. Everybody close to me knows what's going on." Hatfield talked candidly about how unexpected asthma attacks forced him into A&E visits repeatedly throughout the last 18 months. Discussing the harrowing experiences he said: "Never dealt with it my whole life. Like breathing – it's been really hard." Brendyn Hatfield and girlfriend Rachel Stevens (Image: Ricky Vigil M / Justin E Palmer, GC Imagesvia Getty Images ) Upon undergoing thorough medical examinations doctors identified multiple sinus issues and recommended surgery. Complications arose when Brendyn discovered he had been prematurely signed off from NHS services in October and faced a lengthy wait until December 2025 for a rescheduled appointment, OK! reports. Article continues below "I can't live like this anymore," Brendyn told fans, highlighting that while the imminent surgery wasn't considered major the associated costs were significant due to the delay in immediate treatment. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Despite a minor setback and what he described as just a "clerical error" Brendyn remained upbeat, telling his followers: "I'm excited to get it done... everything works out in the end and you just keep going, you know?". The experienced ice-skater, who is celebrated for his participation across five seasons of the popular ice-dancing show Dancing On Ice, has recently hit the headlines by confirming he will be stepping down before the 2025 series which is set to have been the last. Article continues below A previous ITV statement said: "Following another successful series earlier this year Dancing On Ice will be rested in 2026 with no current plans for another series." In his private life Brendyn's partner is Rachel Stevens of S Club 7 fame who affectionately referred to him as her "soulmate" in a heartwarming tribute for his milestone 40th birthday party on Instagram.
Daily Record
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Dancing on Ice star rushed to hospital after struggling to breathe
"Never dealt with it my whole life. Like breathing - it's been really hard." Dancing on Ice star Brendyn Hatfield has shared the news that he has gone through surgery after being rushed to the hospital following a hidden health battle that left him struggling to breathe. The professional skater, who became part of the ITV show in 2019, shared a video on social media revealing that he has been experiencing intense asthmatic symptoms for more than a year, despite never having had a history of the condition. Brendyn greeted his followers with a playful Ace Ventura impression, in an aim to keep his update light at first, the Mirror reports. But the video soon turned serious as he stated: "It's a big day tomorrow. Going in for a little bit of surgery. Everybody close to me knows what's going on." The 40-year-old skater disclosed that his health issues began around 18 months ago, when he started experiencing sudden asthma attacks that led to several different visits to A&E. He continued: He added: "Never dealt with it my whole life. Like breathing - it's been really hard." After running multiple tests doctors discovered a number of complications with his sinuses, recommending the star get surgery. The professional skater was told he wouldn't be seen by the NHS again until December 2025, so has decided to pay for private surgery. "I can't live like this anymore," he confessed. "So it's not a massive surgery, but the bill sure is - because the NHS could not fit me in for another year." Brendyn remained optimistic, telling fans: "I'm excited to get it works out in the end and you just keep going, you know?" Brendyn, who has previously appeared on five seasons of the ITV ice-dancing show, recently confirmed his departure from Dancing On Ice before the show was cancelled earlier this year. Following his departure from the show, ITV announced the series would be axed in 2026 due to a large decline in viewership - after airing in 2006 to 2014 and again in 2018 to this year. An ITV spokesperson confirmed: "Following another successful series earlier this year, Dancing On Ice will be rested in 2026 with no current plans for another series. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the cast and crew who have worked on the show since 2006, and over the previous 17 series, for all of their hard work both on and off the ice." Brendyn is currently dating former S Club 7 member Rachel Stevens. She recently claimed he was her "soulmate" in a heartwarming social media post for the skater's 40th birthday. The 47-year-old singer previously revealed that meeting Brendyn was the breaking point for her marriage to Alex Bourne, which she said was already struggling before her time on Dancing On Ice. In an interview with the Sun, she expressed: "It was messy. I knew that we were growing, that I was growing apart, but I was in turmoil, because, first of all, my kids." Rachel admitted it was "really scary" to tell her ex-husband that she was falling for Brendyn, as she knew it would be the end of their marriage. Although she said she is glad she did it, as her new partner is "a beautiful human" and she is filled with love for him.
Edinburgh Live
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Dancing On Ice pro-dancer rushed to hospital to undergo life-changing surgery
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Dancing On Ice favourite Brendyn Hatfield has opened up about his recent surgery following a secret health struggle that left him gasping for air. The 39-year-old professional skater, who joined the ITV show in 2019, took to social media with a video explaining his ordeal with severe asthmatic symptoms over the past year, despite never having suffered from asthma before. Starting off with a light-hearted Ace Ventura impression, Brendyn's update quickly turned serious as he disclosed: "It's a big day tomorrow. Going in for a little bit of surgery. Everybody close to me knows what's going on." He detailed how his problems began around eighteen months ago when he started experiencing unexpected asthma attacks, leading to multiple A&E visits. He shared: "Never dealt with it my whole life. Like breathing – it's been really hard." Following extensive tests, doctors found several sinus complications and suggested surgery. However, after an accidental discharge from NHS care last October, Brendyn was informed he wouldn't be seen again until December 2025. Expressing his frustration, he said: "I can't live like this anymore. So it's not a massive surgery, but the bill sure is – because the NHS could not fit me in for another year." Pro skater Brendyn Hatfield shared his optimism amidst a "clerical error" delay, reassuring fans on social media: "I'm excited to get it works out in the end and you just keep going, you know?" The seasoned pro, who dazzled audiences over five seasons of Dancing On Ice, has announced he'll sit out the 2025 installment of the beloved ITV ice-dancing competition, reports the Mirror. (Image: Getty Images) In the wake of his announcement, ITV delivered the surprising news that Dancing On Ice is set to hang up its skates in 2026. An ITV spokesperson stated: "Following another successful series earlier this year, Dancing On Ice will be rested in 2026 with no current plans for another series. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the cast and crew who have worked on the show since 2006, and over the previous 17 series, for all of their hard work both on and off the ice," added the spokesperson. (Image: brendynhatfield/Instagram) Off the rink, Brendyn is romantically linked to former S Club 7 icon Rachel Stevens, who recently dubbed him her "soulmate" in a heartfelt Instagram tribute for his landmark 40th birthday. The songstress had previously acknowledged that her partnership with Brendyn dealt the final blow to her already rocky relationship with Alex Bourne, particularly during her own spell on Dancing On Ice. (Image: ITV) Speaking candidly with the Sun, she opened up about her personal life upheavals, saying: "It was messy. I knew that we were growing, that I was growing apart, but I was in turmoil, because, first of all, my kids." Rachel admitted that it was "really scary" to confess to her husband that she was falling for Brendyn, knowing that it would mark the end of their relationship. However, she expressed relief at having done so, describing her new partner as "a beautiful human" and expressing deep affection for him. Dancing On Ice is being rested for 2026, it is expected not to return to ITV until 2027. Past episodes are available to stream on ITVX.
Daily Mirror
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Dancing on Ice star rushed to hospital to receive life-changing surgery
The professional skater is having to pay for the surgery himself after he was discharged from NHS care last year due to a clerical error. Dancing On Ice star Brendyn Hatfield has revealed he's gone through surgery after being rushed to hospital following a hidden health battle that left him struggling to breathe. The 39-year-old professional skater, who first joined the ITV series in 2019, posted a video on social media where he explained that he has been dealing with severe asthmatic symptoms for over a year despite having no history of the respiratory condition. Brendyn kept his update light at first, greeting viewers with a playful Ace Ventura impression. But it soon turned serious as he shared: "It's a big day tomorrow. Going in for a little bit of surgery. Everybody close to me knows what's going on." The skater revealed that his issues started a year and a half ago with sudden asthma attacks that sent him to A&E multiple times. He added: "Never dealt with it my whole life. Like breathing – it's been really hard." After running tests doctors discovered a number of complications with his sinuses, and recommended surgery. But after being accidentally discharged from NHS care in October last year, Brendyn was told he wouldn't be seen again until December 2025. "I can't live like this anymore," he admitted. "So it's not a massive surgery, but the bill sure is – because the NHS could not fit me in for another year." Despite his frustration with the delay and what he described as a "clerical error", Brendyn stayed positive, telling fans: "I'm excited to get it works out in the end and you just keep going, you know?" The skater, who has previously appeared on five seasons of the hit ice-dancing show, recently confirmed his departure from Dancing On Ice ahead of the 2025 series. Following his exit, ITV announced the long-running series would be axed in 2026 due to declining viewership figures. An ITV spokesperson said: "Following another successful series earlier this year, Dancing On Ice will be rested in 2026 with no current plans for another series. "We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the cast and crew who have worked on the show since 2006, and over the previous 17 series, for all of their hard work both on and off the ice." Brendyn is currently dating former S Club 7 star Rachel Stevens, who recently called him her "soulmate" in a sweet Instagram post for his 40th birthday. The singer previously admitted that meeting Brendyn was the final blow for her marriage with Alex Bourne, which she described as being on the rocks before her Dancing On Ice stint. In an interview with the Sun, she said: "It was messy. I knew that we were growing, that I was growing apart, but I was in turmoil, because, first of all, my kids." Rachel added that it was "really scary" to tell her husband she was falling for Brendyn, because she knew that would signal the end of their relationship, but she is glad she did as her new partner is "a beautiful human" and she is filled with love for him.
