Dancing on Ice judge John Barrowman's incredible career in photos

The Dancing on Ice judge is a showbiz staple


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On 24 January 2021

Dancing on Ice judge John Barrowman has had an unbelievably impressive career in the spotlight, from theatre roles, to book deals, albums and of course his iconic Torchwood role.

Ahead of Sunday's DOI, we take a look back at the star's incredible career.

Hair, 1993

John played the role of Claude in the 25th Anniversary production of Hair, written by James Rado and Gerome Ragni.

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Sunset Boulevard, 1994

In 1994 John was cast to play Joe Gillis opposite Betty Buckley as Norma Desmond in the lavish Andrew Lloyd Webber production, Sunset Boulevard, at the Adelphi Theatre.

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John Barrowman, 1999

John attends a garden party hosted by the Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Palace.

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Beauty and the Beast, 1999

John starred as the Beast in Disney's stage adaptation of Beauty and the Beast.

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John Barrowman, 2000

This was an exciting year for John, who starred in Stephen Sondheim's Putting it Together.

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Titans, 2000 - 2001

John appeared in NBC's new prime-time soap opera by Aaron Spelling.

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A Few Good Men, 2005

In 2005 John appeared in Aaron Sorkin's military courtroom drama, A Few Good Men, opposite Rob Lowe and Suranne Jones.

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Torchwood, 2006-2011 

After becoming popular in just five episodes of Doctor Who in 2005, John and his character, Captain Jack, were given their own series, Torchwood, which ran until 2011.

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Dancing on Ice, 2006

John took part in the popular ITV show this year, being partnered with former Junior World Champion, Olga Sharutenko.

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The Royal Variety Show, 2008

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I Am What I Am, 2010

John released I Am What I Am this year. The book focused on John's unique approach to life and love.

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John Barrowman awarded an MBE, 2014

In 2014, John was awarded an MBE in recognition of his services to entertainment and contribution to charity.

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John Barrowman, 2018

John seen at the Star Trek Discovery premiere.

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John Barrowman, 2019

John performs on This Morning.

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John Barrowman, 2019

In 2019, John was announced as the new DOI judge.

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