Holly Willoughby is still planning to host 'Dancing On Ice'.
Holly Willoughby will be back for Dancing On ICe
The 42-year-old presenter stepped down from 'This Morning' after 14 years earlier this week, days after it emerged she'd been targeted in an alleged kidnap plot, but insiders have reassured fans the blonde beauty isn't walking away from her other projects and will be back at the helm of the skating show in January, with her former 'Ministry of Mayhem' co-host Stephen Mulhern expected to replace Phillip Schofield.
A source told the Sunday Mirror newspaper: “Holly has told pals she wants to do 'Dancing on Ice'. In spite of her decision to walk away from 'This Morning', she’s still part of the ITV family and loves the show.
“The last few weeks have been really difficult for her, and her team have avoided any formal discussions about work because she has been through so much lately. While Holly has understandably struggled with recent events, she is trying her best –with the help of family and friends – to look forward and to be positive.”
Show bosses have told Holly there is no rush or pressure to get back to work as the cast for 'Dancing On Ice' has been announced.
An ITV insider said: "Holly is a much-loved part of the Dancing on Ice team. We would, of course, be thrilled to have her hosting the show in January, if she feels the time is right."
Holly announced her departure from 'This Morning' on Instagram earlier this week.
She wrote: "I have let ITV know today that after 14 years, I will not be returning to 'This Morning'.
"To everyone who has ever worked on the show over the years, thank you so so much. This is such a difficult goodbye, you are incredible and I forever will be proud of what we've done together. Thank you to everyone at ITV for being supportive. To every guest who has sat on our sofa, thank you.
"Most of all, thank you to the wonderful viewers. You've been so loyal, so supportive and the very best company every day."
Holly referenced former presenters, husband and wife duo Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan, who insisted the show belongs to the viewers rather than the stars who inhabit the sofa.
She added: "Richard and Judy said 'we only look after this show, it will always belong to the viewers'.
"It's been an honour to just be part of its story and I know this story has many chapters left to go. Sadly, however, I now feel I have to make this decision for me and my family.
"I will miss you all so much."
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