Dancing On Ice’s Maura Higgins trashes Joe Swash’s dressing room with skate partner Alexander Demetriou
MISCHIEVOUS Dancing On Ice star Maura Higgins and her partner Alexander Demetrious trashed Joe Swash's dressing room in a hilarious prank.
The duo sneaked into the actor's area while it was empty and filmed themselves turning all of his furniture upside down and doodling on a photo of the star.
Maura giggled as pro skater Alexander did all the heavy lifting, with a sofa, table, lamp and plant all being upturned.
However, they didn't get away with it.
Stunned Joe stormed into their room and proceeded to get his own back by emptying the contents of Maura's bag on the floor.
The prank might have momentarily distracted Joe from his DOI turmoil after it was revealed last night that his partner Alex Schauman won't be dancing on Sunday's show.
The 38-year-old Finnish skater explained she is unable to to perform with the ex-EastEnder after suffering a "freak fall".
American skater Alex Murphy, who was paired with Brian McFadden last year, will dance with Joe in her place.
The news comes after Caprice Bourret dramatically swapped her dance partner on the show, dumping Hamish Gaman and replacing him with Oscar Peter.
The shock switch came after sources said the partnership between the 48-year-old star and the 36-year-old pro had grown "toxic".
Last night, Alex posted a picture of her and Joe together smiling, saying she had missed training with him.
She explained: "I’m absolutely heartbroken to have to announce that I’m not able to perform with @realjoeswashy this Sunday due to a injury that I endured after a freak fall.
"I have missed skating with him terribly this week, he always puts such a big smile on my face.
"I wish him and @almurph18 who is stepping in all the best this upcoming Sunday, I will be there rooting for you and cheering you and everyone else on.
"I also want to give a huge shoutout to the whole DOI family and team who have given me so much love and support this week."
Alex Murphy, who is taking her place, replied: "Love you to the moon sister! Will make you proud xx #teamjalex."
Fellow Dancing On Ice pro Brianne Delcourt, added: "My bestie.., You are one of the toughest gals I know. Take this time to heal.
"The show won’t be the same without you. I definitely will have a hard time without my sista holding my hand. I love you so so much.";
Fans also rushed to offer their support, with one writing: "Gutted but don't worry we will keep voting just to see you back with @realjoeswashy next week. Get well soon and rest up."