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The brand new series of Dancing On Ice has been hit by controversy before it even reaches our screens.
The other dancers feel that GMTV's Michael Underwood has an unfair advantage as this will be the third time he has trained to take part in the show, reports The Sun.
Michael trained as a reserve for the 2007 series and then last year trained again when he was confirmed to take part in the show. However, he was forced to pull out after breaking his ankle during training so is being given another chance this year.
A Dancing On Ice source told The Sun: "Other stars are furious that while they were learning basics like starting and stopping, Michael was probably practising the headbanger. It's unfair and they told him they think so."
Michael has responded to the claims and said: "Yes, I can see why people say that. In some ways it's an advantage - but breaking your leg isn't. It takes a long time to get over that."
Do you think Michael should be allowed a third chance on the show - or is it unfair to the other skaters? Let us know what you think...
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if hes game let him have a go after his injury its brave to try
Posted by: sanysharpe on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abuseLeave Michael alone of course he shoule be allowed back on - it wasnt like he was voted off he was injured! No one bats an eyelid when the celebs get dance lessons before Strictly! Its just the same!!!!!! And would they honestly say no if someon offered them extra lessons??????
Posted by: angel4031 on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abuseFake controversy to plug yet another tedious ego-fest. Zzzzzzz.
Posted by: timfootman on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abuseG
Posted by: toffo5975 on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abusewho cares
Posted by: marydelaney85 on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abuseI think michael should be allowed to take part, no one should object . I think it is very brave thing to do and it shows how in this life never give up. I hope he wins.
Posted by: e.elliman on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abuseskaters should all start on an equal basis Michael should not take part.
Posted by: j.ford07 on Tue Jan 06 01:49PM | Report abuseI think the other the celebs are just jealous. Forgod sake the guy break his leg, during training, now he is recovered they believe he gonna win. I say give him another chance, let the other contestant get over themselves.
Posted by: bevclarke1966 on Tue Jan 06 01:50PM | Report abuseIts only a stupid competation. Who cares?
Posted by: krisbain on Tue Jan 06 01:50PM | Report abuseI think he should be allowed to skate on! He was awful last year anyway and couldn't skate at all and if that was his second year then there clearly is no issue of him being a threat to other contestants! He has a great personality and I am sure he will bring entertainment to the show again this year!
Posted by: divine_dolores on Tue Jan 06 01:50PM | Report abuse