Who is Dancing on Ice professional Tippy Packard?
TIPPY Packard is one of many professional skaters who has starred on Dancing on Ice.
But who is she and is she married? From her skating success to her life off the ice - here’s everything you need to know about Dancing on Ice professional Tippy Packard.
Who is Tippy Packard?
Tippy Packard is an American professional ice skater who first appeared on Dancing on Ice in 2022.
Away from the world of television, she is a three-time Hong Kong National Champion and Worlds Competitor.
In her first Dancing on Ice season, Tippy was paired with Olympic BMX racer Kye Whyte.
The following year, the professional skater took to the ice alongside comedian Darren Harriott - who was the fifth star to be booted off the 2023 edition of the skating show.
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In 2024, Tippy, who was due to return to the ice alongside Olympian Eddie The Eagle, was forced to pull out of the ITV show after suffering an unfortunate injury.
Writing on Instagram, Tippy confirmed the news, and told her fans: "As I was stitching all these beautiful memories and writing to you all, it still brings tears to my eyes to be missing out on the rest of Eddie’s journey on Dancing on Ice.
"Unfortunately, I won’t be participating this year due to a knee injury in late November.
"As Eddie was already having to pick up skating and learn how to partner a few weeks after the training began, it was decided it was best for Eddie to continue the competition without me."
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The professional skater continued: "I cherished the weeks I spent with Eddie, training and getting to know him personally, and of course our latte breaks with oatmeal cookies.
"I’m confident he’ll impress everyone with his skills, and please show support for Vicky and Eddie; they’re fantastic individuals who will surely put on a remarkable show.
"To all participants this year, celebs, and pros, I wish you good health and enjoyment throughout the series.
"A big thank you to my family and friends for checking in on me during this really difficult time, it is truly appreciated. It has not been easy to sit idle through this recovery as I have been lucky enough to never have a serious injury since I started skating at 3.
"I am so grateful for the ones who picked me up when I was so down, and kept me moving forward."
Is she married?
According to her social media, Tippy appears to be dating.
On her official Instagram account, where she occasionally shares snaps of her life away from the ice, her bio includes the initials: ‘’C.E’’, alongside a love heart emoji.
Aside from the information shared on her social media, the skating star has not shared any other details regarding her dating life.
When is Dancing on Ice on TV?
Much to the delight of fans, Dancing on Ice returned to ITV1 and ITVX and Sunday, January 14, 2024.
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The series, which is hosted by Stephen Mulhern and Holly Willoughby, is broadcast weekly on Sundays, both on television and on the streaming service ITVX.
Episodes will be available for catch up on ITVX once they have aired.