After taking to the ice for the first time on Dancing On Ice, Rufus Hound has won the show's first ever golden ticket, which means he has gone straight through to Musical's Week in a fortnight's time.The comedian, who was announced to be starring on the show in September, was awarded the honour by the judges alongisde skating partner Robin Johnstone, after they unanimously decided he should win the ticket.
Ashley Banjo, John Barrowman, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean all chose to vote for Rufus, 41, after his video-game inspired routine.
Once he was told of his achievement, the former Celebrity Juice star got emotional and cried tears of joy. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily.
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