Caprice Bourret is back on the Dancing on Ice rink this weekend, following her break from last week’s show.
No official reason was given for her absence last week other than that she and Hamish had parted ways.
Since then it’s become clear they will not reunite after Caprice announced she will return to the rink with ‘amazing’ new partner, Oscar Peter.
Hamish has not left Dancing on Ice, although he will not return to skate with Caprice
So, what happened between Caprice and Hamish, and who is Caprice’s new partner, Oscar?
Why are Caprice Bourret and Hamish Gaman not partnered on Dancing on Ice anymore?
Caprice and Hamish reportedly split because their relationship had become ‘unworkable.’
A source told The Sun: ‘Caprice’s relationship with Hamish was harmonious at the start but as time went on they became more strained.
‘She felt he was pushing her too hard in training and Caprice started to struggle.’
A source close to the star has denied these claims to MailOnline, saying ‘The “pushing her too hard” comment is untrue. She’s actually always wanted more hours on the ice and no days off.’
Later in the week a backstage source told The Sun she complained about his ‘gaslighting’ behavior but ITV has strongly refuted the claims.
The reason for the sudden change in partners has not been confirmed and neither Hamish or Caprice have addressed it publicly.
Who is Caprice’s new partner Oscar Peter?
Caprice accidentally revealed the details of her new Dancing on Ice partner on Wednesday, before ITV had the chance.
Responding to a tweet that asked her who her new partner was, she said ‘Oscar Peter he is amazing.’
Oscar promptly confirmed the news via a video on the official Dancing on Ice Twitter account.
He said: ‘I’m officially joining the Dancing on Ice family this weekend as Caprice’s partner.
‘I cannot wait for you to see our first performance on the ice.’
Introducing @CapriceBourret_‘s new Pro skater, @OscarPTR! You’ll see him on the ice this Sunday. #DancingOnIce pic.twitter.com/uqLCTo1lbm
— Dancing on Ice (@dancingonice) January 23, 2020
Oscar is a former competitive figure skate who is a six-time Swiss national medalist.
As a single skater, he won silver from 1998-2000 and bronze from 2001 to 2003.
According to his Twitter bio, he is also a coach and choreographer.
Dancing On Ice continues today at 6pm on ITV.
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