Holly Willoughby’s stylist hints star is going all out for big return to TV – after she skips cast event
HOLLY Willoughby’s stylist has teased the TV star is going all out for her big Dancing On Ice comeback.
The popular presenter, 42, hasn’t been seen on screen since her shock exit from This Morning in the autumn after police foiled a plot to kidnap her.
However, Holly has decided to keep her DOI gig and will be partnered with longtime pal Stephen Mulhern, who has replaced Phillip Schofield following his exit from ITV last year for lying about an affair with a younger colleague.
Though her return is imminent, Holly was absent from press calls this week as she keeps her focus on the launch show.
Today, stylist Dannii Whiteman appeared to tease Holly’s comeback outfit by sharing a picture of a collection of glamorous sparkly frocks.
Alongside a picture of an assortment of gowns, she simply wrote: “Prep.”
The first promo shots of Holly on the programme showed her modelling a stunning £3,200 red Vivienne Westwood dress.
It’s been reported that Holly and Stephen, 46, met around two weeks ago to have their new promotional pictures taken together in a private London studio.
A source admitted it was an emotional day for Holly, who did not meet the show judges who were also pictured.
The panel includes Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean, Oti Mabuse and Ashley Banjo.
An insider told The Mail: “It was quite an emotional day, it felt like the beginnings of a routine after months of being at home and shutting herself off from the outside world.”
Holly’s bold red ensemble was chosen by her stylist Dannii, who is understood to have joined her on the shoot.
“Holly has always loved wearing dreamy, princess-style gowns on Dancing On Ice, it was always her time to get really dressed up,” the source added.
The insider said Holly shared a special reunion with her new co-host – 20-years after they first worked together on the CITV show Ministry of Mayhem – especially due to the last year she had.
‘It really made a difference to Holly’s mindset to know that Stephen would be with her all of the way. It has really made her smile.”
“When you have that much history with someone you feel safe. The last year has been a huge change for her.
“For years and years, Phil was with her and suddenly he was gone. To be working with Stephen again at such a poignant time in her career is special for Holly.”