JOHN Barrowman broke down in tears after Dancing on Ice made history with its first ever same-sex couple.
The sobbing new judge gave H from Steps and Matt Evers a standing ovation for their impressive dance on tonight's launch show.
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They were awarded a whopping 25 points from the emotional judges John, Ashley Banjo, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean.
Holly Willoughby told Ian Watkins, also known as H: "I've got goosebumps. There's lots of tears in the studio. How was that for you?"
The Steps singer replied: "I'm emotional because I've wanted this for so long and it means so much to so many people. The world is ready for this."
It was hailed as a "massive moment" by fans who praised the skating couple's skills on the ice.
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One said: So sad that it’s 2020 and a same sex couple on #DancingOnIce is just making history now. But I absolutely loved it. And as it was said: 'This is normal.'"
Another added: "A massive moment in TV history. Well done @TheMattEvers @Ianhwatkins #DancingOnIce."
Someone else said: "Watching dancing on Ice. First male couple ice skating. Please share this moment in history as a breakthrough. Shame it's taken so long #gaypride #dancingonice #momentslikethese #maledancingcouple."
A proud viewer added: "Huge congrats to @Ianhwatkins and @TheMattEvers for making history on #dancingonice tonight.
"Awesome skate boys and you will have helped so many people everywhere whatever age. Everyone is special and deserves to be accepted and treated equally!"
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Rival BBC show Strictly Come Dancing was also slammed for not reaching the milestone first, with viewers and celebs alike agreeing that it was time to include same-sex couples.
H was supported from the sidelines by Welsh rugby sensation Gareth Thomas, who came out as gay in 2009.
Elsewhere on tonight's show, the moment Michael Barrymore broke his wrist and Trisha Goddard's fall were among the highlights.
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