Jane McDonald 'top choice to replace Schofield on Dancing On Ice'
msn.comJane McDonald is reportedly the top choice to replace Phillip Schofield as co-host of Dancing On Ice. The singer, 60, is said to have blown ITV bosses away when she stood in for Phillip, 61, as presenter of the British Soap Awards earlier this month.
According to The Mirror, Jane may now be joining Holly Willoughby on the skating show for the next series in January. A source said: 'Jane is now the favourite to replace Phillip on Dancing On Ice when it returns next year. 'She did a great job hosting the Soap Awards earlier this month and bosses are keen to sign her up.
She had people in stitches – and they love how frank she is, while also being very warm. 'The insider also added that Holly has no plans to quit her role on Dancing On Ice, despite her longtime co-host Phillip leaving ITV.
They said: 'We are very much expecting Holly to be back. She has not indicated she might step away. 'MailOnline has contacted representatives of ITV and Jane McDonald for comment.
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