Dancing on Ice turned frosty last weekend when Phillip Schofield called out Sally Dyenvor.
Viewers noted that the This Morning host didn’t appear to be the Coronation Street star’s biggest fan after he pointed out her failings.
Sally had been challenged to include a lift without an assist in her routine, but was unable to let go of professional skating partner Matt Evers during the move.
Dancing on Ice fans then noticed some tension when Phil called Sally out by questioning why she didn’t let go of Matt.
It’s not the first time that Sally and Phillip have been in an awkward exchange.
The Corrie star, who has played Sally Metcalfe on the ITV soap since 1986, joined Phillip one the This Morning sofa back in May 2015.
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Sally and co-star Joe Duttine, who plays her on-screen husband Tim Metcalfe, were there to speak about their nomination at the British Soap Awards for best screen partnership.
When asked how she felt about the nomination, Sally said: “We’re really thrilled.”
Phillip then revealed a conversation that they’d had backstage before the cameras started rolling.
“When I asked you earlier on about your nomination you did not answer it like that,” said Phil, who then once again asked: “How do you feel about your nomination?”
When Sally admitted she was “so excited”, Phil replied: “There she goes!”
She continued: “The giddy side comes out and we’re so excited but we’re up against such fantastic people so who knows what’s going to happen.”
Sally awkwardly giggled when Phil replied: “The election is over now you don’t have to be diplomatic.”
Interjecting, Joe said: “Yeah we’re gonna’ smash it.”
Last week, Sally struggled on the ice and was given the low score of just 31.5 points by the five judges.
After the panel gave their mediocre marks, Philip reminded Sally that she was challenged with a lift.
He asked: "But assisted jumps, you didn't want to let go?"
The soap icon seemed quite taken aback by the comment, replying: "No, I know I didn’t.
And pro partner Matt quickly intervened, shouting that the actress was a "national treasure" as he stood by her.
The awkward moment didn't go unnoticed by viewers - with many accusing the Phillip of being 'frosty' toward the Cobbles legend.
One tweeted: "Ooh Phil doesn't like Sally?"
“Looks like even Phil is sick of Sally,” added another.
While a third quipped: "Hahaha I love how Phil says it how it is."
Sally had been desperate to impress special guest judge Arlene Philips, the former Strictly Come Dancing star who was giving scores out for the night.
But Arlene was clearly not very entertained as she gave Sally an underwhelming 5/10 for her routine.
Luckily it didn’t prove to be fatal for Sally’s place in the competition, as it was Happy Mondays star Bez who was given the boot.
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