STEPHEN Mulhern revealed that he was "astounded" by the fan reaction after he filled in for Phillip Schofield on the last series of Dancing on Ice.
The TV presenter - who stepped in for Phillip when he tested positive for Covid back in February - confirmed a possible return to hosting the ITV show in the future.
Stephen, 45, said he was chuffed to reunite with best pal Holly Willoughby on-screen for the first time in 16 years. They have presented a number of children's TV shows over the years, including Finger Tips and were last seen presenting on Ministry of Mayhem in 2006.
The TV favourite said he was blown away by the positive response from fans who called for him to permanently replace Phillip on the ITV skating programme.