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Edinburgh Live
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Dancing On Ice's Jayne Torvill in heart-stopping moment in front of audience
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 Jayne Torvill experienced a heart-stopping moment during the iconic Bolero routine with skating partner Christopher Dean, slipping on the ice after hitting an unnoticed hole during their UK tour performance. The formidable Dancing On Ice judges were in the midst of spellbinding fans at Birmingham's BP Pulse Live Arena this Sunday when suddenly, Jayne tumbled onto the ice. As the audience collectively held their breath, 67 year old Torvill found herself on the ground. Chris, 66, quickly came to her aid, and together they regained composure. True professionals, the pair continued their routine seamlessly, brushing off the incident like true champs. The duo, who captivated audiences worldwide with their 1984 Winter Olympics act, have embarked on their final tour this month. READ MORE - Everyone with a Paypal account put on red alert and urged to follow 10 new rules READ MORE - ITV star Lorraine Kelly enjoys family day out in Edinburgh as fans say same thing In a dazzling display, Jayne glided across the ice donning a spectacular purple ombre ensemble, while Christopher complemented her look perfectly with an elegant silk purple button-up paired with smart trousers. Joining forces back in 1975 and later achieving Olympic glory, Torvill and Dean now prepare to bow out with their tour, aptly named Torvill and Dean: Our Last Dance, which will conclude on May 11, reports the Mirror. With the curtain drawing to a close, the electrifying twosome are set to dazzle in cities including London, Belfast, Newcastle, and Glasgow. Ahead of their swansong performances, Chris shared that both felt it was the "right time" to hang up their skates. (Image: SWNS) (Image: SWNS) (Image: SWNS) The beloved ice-skating pair have acknowledged the passage of time with one half quipping, "We're not spring chickens anymore," and noting their desire to bow out while they are still performing at a commendable standard. The duo has been accompanied by a documentary team capturing their farewell journey across the nation. An hour-long ITV special is on the horizon, delving into their illustrious skating careers. Viewers will be treated to retrospection of their professional peaks and an up-close look at Torvill and Dean's preparations as they ready themselves for a poignant adieu to their admirers. Having graced our screens on Dancing On Ice since its inception in 2009, the news that the series cancellation comes amidst dwindling viewership figures. Set to broadcast later in the year, 'Torvill and Dean: The Last Dance' promises to offer a deeply personal glimpse into the lives of Britain's most celebrated ice skaters. In a candid revelation to the Mirror about the upcoming documentary covering their tour, Jayne and Chris expressed their exhilaration: "We're delighted that our farewell tour will be the subject of an ITV documentary." They added, "The programme will be filled with poignant and joyful moments as we plan, rehearse and perform our final skating journey together - all caught on camera by a film crew following us over many months as we bid farewell to our 50 year ice skating partnership." Emphasising the significance of ITV in their career, they remarked, "It's fitting that this documentary will be broadcast on ITV, our TV home for the last two decades. We hope fans will enjoy this final opportunity to see us skate together."
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Heartstopping moment Jayne Torvill falls on ice at farewell tour as Christopher Dean rushes to aid
Jayne Torvill was seen slipping on the ice after skating over a hole on the rink, with Christopher Dean rushing to help his ice skating partner in the heartstopping moment during the duo's Bolero routine on their UK tour. The Dancing On Ice judges were wowing fans with their incredible routine at the BP Pulse Live Arena in Birmingham on Sunday when the incident occurred. The 67-year-old was seen tumbling to the floor after slipping during her dance with Chris, 66, while the crowd gasped in concern. Jayne was quick to dust herself off, with the help of Chris, and get up to continue their routine as if nothing had happened. The talented duo, who rose to fame with their performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics, kicked off their final tour this month. Showcasing their skills, Jayne, rocked stunning in a purple ombre outfit for the performances while Christopher matched his partner with a stylish silk purple button-up shirt with tailored trousers. The duo first came together in 1975 before stunning at the Olympics. Their farewell tour, titled Torvill and Dean: Our Last Dance, is set to run until May 11. The dates will see the duo perform in London, Belfast, Newcastle, and Glasgow. Speaking ahead of their finale, Chris explained they both felt it was the "right time" to stop skating. He said: "We're not spring chickens anymore," before saying the pair want to retire while they're still able to perform "to a certain degree". Meanwhile, the legendary duo have been followed by cameras as they travelled across the country for one last tour. It comes as ITV recently confirmed an hour-long special is set to air which will also explores their long careers. The show will look back on their professional highlights and follow the skating duo as they prepare to say goodbye to their fans for the last time.
