Stephen Mulhern is reportedly set to replace Phillip Schofield as the new presenter of Dancing on Ice.
The 46-year-old has allegedly been offered the huge gig and is planning on accepting, reports The Mirror.
It is believed that Stephen, who was recently confirmed as the host of the rebooted Deal or No Deal, is expected to be announced as the new presenter within the next few days.
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The Catchphrase star already has experience on the skating competition as he stepped in for Phillip, 61, last February after he contracted Covid.
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The ITV star was an immediate hit with fans and has been one of the favourites to replace Phillip following his affair scandal.
An insider told The Mirror: “Stephen is the perfect choice. Not only does he get on brilliantly with Holly, he is relaxed and fun which sits well with a show like Dancing on Ice.”
Others tipped for the gig are This Morning favourite Dermot O’Leary as well as Jane McDonald, who stood in for the TV presenter at the British Soap Awards in June.
ITV said in a statement to Daily Star: “We will be confirming details about Dancing on Ice 2024 in due course”.
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The news comes after reports emerged that ITV bosses have decided against replacing Phillip on This Morning.
Since his exit, fans have been wondering which presenter will sit alongside Holly Willoughby, who used to present with Phillip from Monday to Thursday every week.
However, according to Daily Mail, it is now understood that ITV bosses have decided to have rotating co-hosts on the show with Holly on those days.
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An insider told the publication: “The idea of finding the next Phil to sit next to Holly has been disregarded by This Morning’s bosses.
“It will be Holly along with whichever rotating presenter is selected to join her. It will essentially be Holly’s show.
“Bosses hope they can put all of the Schofield scandal behind them and start concentrating on the content of the show rather than the twosome presenting it. At least this way there won’t be any falling out.
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