With the new series of Dancing On Ice fast approaching, bosses are announcing this year's pairings thick and fast, and yesterday it was revealed that TOWIE legend Gemma Collins has been paired up with DOI veteran Matt Evers.
After the news was announced, a number of online trolls were quick to write some very harsh messages about Gemma online, many of which were aimed at her body image.
When one Twitter user called Paul wrote, 'Better reinforce the ice', Matt took to Twitter to condemn the harsh messages, writing, 'Who are you to judge and say something like that? Any decent “MAN” wouldn’t body shame a woman. Unless your manhood is that small you’re threatened that their balls are bigger than yours. I’m sure your mothers well proud. Show your face “Paul”.' [sic]
Gemma took to Twitter yesterday to confirm the exciting news in a video, joking, "I'm about to reveal to you my Dancing On Ice partner, poor bloke..." The camera then moves to Matt, who says, "Hello, hello, oh my god, we had so much fun today!"
Although reports earlier this year suggested that Gemma was about to QUIT the show, the reality star quickly denied them, with her boyfriend Arg showing his support for his girl.
Sharing a cute photo of the pair to his social media accounts, Arg wrote, 'I can’t wait to watch my @gemmacollins1 on this years @dancingonice ⛸ @itv She is working so bloody hard & giving it her everything in training! She’s not a quitter, She’s gonna prove certain doubters wrong & I can’t wait.' [sic]
Check out the full line-up for Dancing On Ice 2019:
Dancing On Ice 2019 contestants - slider Radio with cover pic
1 of 13Swipe through to see which celebrities are taking part in Dancing On Ice 2019...
2 of 13Gemma Collins
Gemma Collins was one of the first celebrity skaters to be confirmed for a brand new series of Dancing on Ice 2019.
3 of 13Richard Blackwood
Richard Blackwood was announced along with Gemma Collins as one of the first celebrities to be taking part in Dancing On Ice 2019.
4 of 13James Jordan
Ballroom dancer James Jordan was the third celebrity to be announced. Speaking about the show he said, "I can dance but I'm a lot older than I used to be. People are going to probably say I've got an unfair advantage but when I got on the ice I actually shocked myself how bad I was. I want to be able to impress Torvill and Dean more than anyone else, but I'm a lot worse than I thought I'd be."
5 of 13Brian McFadden
Former Westlife singer Brian McFadden was the fourth celebrity to be announced. When asked about his involvement he said, "I'm very excited. I've already been practising out the back garden on my rollerblades and my mum says I'm a one man Torvill and Dean."
6 of 13Saira Khan
TV presenter Saira Khan appeared on The Apprentice back in 2005. She is now a panellist on Loose Women. Saira is the fifth celebrity to be announced.
7 of 13Ryan Sidebottom
International cricketer Ryan Sidebottom is the sixth celebrity to join the line-up for Dancing On Ice 2019.
8 of 13Melody Thornton
Former Pussycat Doll Melody Thornton will be taking to the ice next year. The singer said, "I guess the cat's out of the bag. I'm so excited, I can't wait to see you and I can't wait to do some skating for you!"
9 of 13Mark Little
Mark Little, former Neighbours star (Joe Mangel) and comedian has been announced as the eighth celebrity to take part in Dancing On Ice.
10 of 13Jane Danson
Coronation Street actress Jane Danson, known for playing Leanne Battersby will be hoping for the same success as her co-star Brooke Vincent who took part last year.
11 of 13Saara Aalto
Saara Aalto appeared on The X Factor in 2016, now she is hoping to follow in the footsteps of last year's winner, who was The X Factor's Jake Quickenden.
12 of 13Didi Conn
Best known for playing the role of Frenchie in the iconic film Grease, Didi Conn will be taking to the ice rink for Dancing On Ice 2019.
13 of 13Wes Nelson
Love Island's Wes Nelson will be joining the line-up for Dancing On Ice 2019. Speaking about the show Wes said, "Gemma Collins is going to wipe the floor with me, I'm super intimidated. I've been looking at the line up thinking 'oh my gosh!' Of course you'll be seeing my hips on the ice and the hips don't lie!"
Meanwhile, as well as Gemma and Matt, a number of other pairings for the 2019 series have also been announced.
Richard Blackwood and Carlotta Edwards
Brian McFadden and Alex Murphy
The new series of Dancing On Ice begins in January 2019, with Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby presenting the show.
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