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Gemma Jones

Dancing on Ice fans 'think they know' who will win 2023 series after one episode

Dancing on Ice returned to ITV1 and ITVX with a new cast tonight - and fans 'think they know' who will win the whole series already.

Tonight's episode saw Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby return as hosts as six celebrities took to the ice - with a further six set to take to the rink for the first time next weekend.

Patsy Palmer, John Fashanu, Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu, Nile Wilson, Mollie Gallagher, The Vivienne, Joey Essex, Darren Harriott, Carley Stenson, Michelle Heaton and Siva Kaneswaran are among the celebrity line up this year. But it seems fans already have a favourite.

READ MORE: Why Ekin-Su fans have got it wrong as she appears on Dancing on Ice

First up on the ice was TOWIE star Joey Essex and his professional partner, Vanessa Bauer. They got good scores from the judges, with two 6.5's and two 7's.

Oti Mabuse said: "Joey I thought that was a fantastic way to open the show." She called him charming as she praised him for his skills on the ice.

Ashley Banjo agreed as he said: "That really surprised me." He added: "You were out here working the crowd."

Joey Essex and his professional partner, Vanessa Bauer (ITV)

Fans agreed with the judges as they commented on Twitter while watching. Some even branded Joey their winner already.

One user said: "Joey Essex for the win!!!!! Loved that! #dancingonice." Laura said: "Joey Essex came to win!!! #dancingonice."

Meanwhile, Dani said: "Joey Essex is my winner. Calling it now !! #DancingOnIce."

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