Torvill & Dean Set for Final ITV Farewell Special Following Dancing on Ice Cancellation

Following the official cancellation of Dancing on Ice by ITV, legendary British figure skaters Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are preparing to take their final bow with an emotional, one-off documentary special. Titled Torvill & Dean: The Last Dance, this hour-long program will celebrate their illustrious careers—from Olympic triumphs to television fame—and mark the end of a remarkable partnership that helped redefine British ice skating.

The documentary will follow Jayne and Chris on their farewell tour, Our Last Dance, capturing intimate moments as they perform across the UK. Their final performance will take place in Nottingham, the city where their journey began, in a deeply emotional goodbye scheduled for July 12.

Viewers can expect rare behind-the-scenes access as the cameras trail the duo throughout their final year as performers. The documentary will chronicle every step: from early rehearsals and training, to their last-ever TV appearance on Dancing on Ice, and culminating with their grand live tour opener at Wembley Arena. The film will also delve into their shared history, showcasing the highs and challenges of a partnership that has spanned five decades.

Jayne, 67, and Chris, 66, who officially retired from competitive skating in 1998, shared their excitement in a statement to the Mirror:

“We’re thrilled that our farewell journey will be documented by ITV. The programme will capture both the emotional and joyful moments as we rehearse and perform for the last time. Having a film crew with us throughout makes this goodbye all the more special.”
They added:
“ITV has been our television home for over 20 years, and it feels right that we conclude our story there. We hope fans enjoy this last chance to see us skate together.”

Produced by FilmNova, the documentary is being overseen by executive producer Lucy Cutler, who praised the access granted by the pair.

“Jayne and Chris have opened up their world to us—recreating their most memorable routines alongside a team of elite skaters,” Cutler explained. “Their pursuit of perfection is legendary, and this film will shine a light on the immense dedication it takes to stay at the top—even 50 years on.”

ITV’s head of entertainment, Katie Rawcliffe, described the documentary as a “fitting tribute” to two of the UK’s most celebrated athletes.

“We’re honoured to continue our relationship with Torvill and Dean as they mark the end of an extraordinary chapter. Their story, both on and off the ice, is an inspiration, and this documentary will be a final gift to fans across the country.”

Our Last Dance—their 34-date farewell tour—kicks off tonight at Wembley before traveling nationwide. It all concludes where it began: in Nottingham, the hometown that witnessed the birth of one of the most iconic partnerships in British sporting history.