Dancing On Ice winning pro breaks silence after QUITTING the series and reveals real reason she left
DANCING On Ice winning professional Amani Fancy has broken her silence after QUITTING the series – and has revealed the real reason she left.
Fans of the ITV show were left shocked when the 27-year-old was left out of the official pro line-up for next year’s series.
Pros returning include Andy Buchanan, Annette Dytrt, Brendyn Hatfield, Colin Grafton, Mark Hanretty, Sylvain Longchambon, Tippy Packard, Vanessa Bauer, Vanessa James and Vicky Ogden.
But Amani – who won the show the competition earlier this year with Ryan Thomas – is not going to compete this year.
The ice skater has since taken to her Instagram to share a video of her from moments before the live show.
In the caption she explained why she made the decision to leave.
Amani said: “~ 15:33 on March 10th 2024, the day of last season’s Finale, a pre show reflection ~
“The new season of @dancingonice is officially here and I can’t wait to cheer on the amazing cast and crew from the sidelines this time around!
“Earlier this year, I made the decision to focus on new opportunities in my career for the foreseeable.
“It wasn’t easy and felt particularly vulnerable saying no to another season of such a wonderful show, but sometimes the hardest choices in life lead to the biggest growth (funnily enough, right after making the decision, more skating opportunities than I’ve ever experienced came my way and it was as if the universe was testing me… but other than a short stint in my home country, Oman, I had the courage to say no and continue reflecting on my new path).
“I adored Sundays, sharing my passion for artistry and expression with the world.
“I adored the crew, our producers and directors, many of whom have become family. & to all of you.
“I’m just so grateful for your love throughout last season along with the beautiful memories we made together.
“I’ve been quietly working on something new, exciting, extremely testing and challenging.
“I can’t wait to share it with you all when the time is right! Stay tuned! #grateful#newbeginnings#dancingonice.”
Fans rushed to the comments section to share the love.
Dancing On Ice 2025 full line-up revealed
EastEnders legend Charlie Brooks
Traitors finalist Mollie Pearce
Coronation Street favourite Sam Aston
Olympic legend Sir Steve Redgrave
Towie’s Ferne McCann
Comedian Josh Jones
Springwatch presenter Michaela Strachan
Towie’s Dan Edgar
Love Island’s Chris Taylor
Hollyoaks actress Chelsee Healey
Ex-Footballer Anton Ferdinand
Paralympian Dame Sarah Story
One said: “So disappointed you won’t be on Dancing on Ice. I thought you were a great addition last series .”
Another confessed: “I’m really going to miss you on Dancing On Ice.”
“All good wishes for happy successful future,” a third chimed in.
Another added: “Wishing you all the best in the future Amani.”
Amani joined the German version of Dancing On Ice in 2019 and won her first year with author and actor Eric Stehfestthat.
Then in October 2023 it was revealed she had joined the UK series of Dancing On Ice as one of the professional skaters.
TWO other professional skaters have revealed they’ve quit the show.
Mark Hanretty – who joined the ITV competition in 2011 – confirmed he will bow out after the 2025 shows.
Writing on Instagram he said: “Hard to believe I’m embarking on my 12th series of Dancing on Ice.
“I’m as excited as ever and so grateful for the chance to work on the greatest show on ice once again.
“This will be my last year as a pro skater and I’m eager to soak up every second of it!”
Brendyn Hatfield also revealed the new series will his sixth and final.
In a statement on social media, Brandyn said: “Here we go! Excited to be back for my 6th and final season of Dancing On Ice.
“Let’s make this one the best one!”
The 17th series of the ITV show will air at the start of next year and will include Charlie Brooks, Sam Aston, Mollie Pearce and Michaela Strachan.