Dancing on Ice 2008 – series three. The MSN blog: Blog

Zaraah's Unseen Bolero!

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 15:09:48 GMT

Take a look at my video player for Zaraah's unseen Bolero.

It's a cracker!

Don't I spoil you lot eh?

Take a peek as soon as you can, it's only there for a few days.

See the post below for the LIVE Final...
I'll be back soon with the aftershow goss!

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LIVE BLOG - THE FINAL!

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:01:36 GMT

Here we go...
Are you ready for the final of Dancing On Ice 2008?
AAAGGH! I CAN'T WAIT!!!

The result is based purely on your votes tonight and the judges have no say, so get voting guys! Jayne and Chris open the show with a beautiful rendition of their classic Bolero...

Can you believe it's 25 years since they first performed the Bolero? Chris tells Phil and Holly that it's emotional every time they dance it and if they knew that they'd still be dancing the Bolero on ice, they would be so happy. Phil commends the pair, "it's such an important part of this show too!"

Here come the skaters, they all look fantastic and more than ready for a grand final. Just a few seconds to wait until the contestants start flying...

First up is Zaraah and her VT shows she's had a tough week. After wearing the harness an old rib injury returned, so she'll be skating whilst in pain again. It doesn't seem to bother her during her performance though, she looks like a princess and floats with grace to One Day I'll Fly Away. It's poetry in motion, soft and delicate. She really is the great survivor. I mean after fouur skate-offs she still has os much confidence. There's a float spin, open spins and a rollover on the wire. I had to smile when she wiggled to adjust her costume, she nearly lost it bless her! She scores 26 points and Robin gushes... "Your eyes never left Fred and your skating was fantastic". She's strapped up to the eyes and deserves those comments. Good for you Zaraah!

Chris is next to skate and I can't wait to see what he comes up with. In training he had problems with his skates catching the wires and Frankie's weight was also a problem (as she couldn't manipulate his movement). It has to be difficult to shift a 13 stone strapping lad like Chris around. The pair dance to Fly Me To The Moon. WOW! I loved the part were he lifted her off the ice and the corkscrew finish was divine! Can you belive Frankie managed to spin him! The couple scores 25.5, but I can understand why Jason awarded them 4.5 as the presentation suffered a little during the transitions. I'm glad the NIcky commended him for controlling his movements and tricks. It's far more difficult for Chris than the girls as the weight ratio is reversed. He has to help Frankie shift his weight, whilst the professional guys can fling their girls around. Well done Chris!

It's time for Suzanne's performance and after seeing a glimpse in training, you might want to have a tissue at the ready. Bless, she flies like a fairy and both her and Matt connect like never before. There's a tinkerbell launch, a horizontal back glide and a tabletop spin. Her positioning is perfect and the whole routine is flawless! I can't believe it, for the first time all of the judges award 6's. It's a clean sweep! Suzanne screams, "thank you" and Jayne is filling up. Holly is in tears and she has to pass over to the judges. Jason says, "now THAT is flying! You were sensational!" Karen can't speak for crying and I have honestly never seen anything like this!

End of round one and it has to go to Suzanne. I'm shocked that Chris is in third place with the judges at the moment... Then again, it's his Cry Me A River routine next.

It's time for their favourite performances and Zaraah has chosed Diamonds and Pearls. They both look so elegant and I have to agree with Jayne, Zaraah's confidence has rocketed. There's a wrap around spin, a tabletop lift and her footwork has really improved. The judges award 26.5 in total and Jason thought it was "sublime". She really sparkled during that routine!

Chris can't wait to perform Cry Me A River and I can't wait either. In his VT, he says he wants to dance tonight for his mum and all of his friends who have come down every week in their Team Fountain T-shirts. He also adds how important Frankie is to him... Ooooh! The music starts and they've added so much to the routine! So much more footwork and I just love that tabletop lift and blur spin! He looks exhausted when they finish and I can understand why. It was jam packed! The judges award him three sixes and he pulls 29 points in total. Karen and Nicky are in awe, "you are the best skater we have had on Dancing On Ice!" Ruthie awarded a six and is shocked that Nicky deducted half a mark because Chris changed his end position. I agree Ruthie, what a swizz - get your head together Nicky!

I loved Suzanne's Music routine last time around and like Chris, she has added so much to it. The hip-hop steps were on point and I was gobsmacked when she did the headbanger with triple twists and bounce. Robin explains that he's only seen the twists and bounce added to a headbanger by one other pro couple! Suzanne receives sixes across the board again and it's a little sickly sweet as half the judges are in floods again. Dry your eyes guys, it's a bit much don't you think? I'm not sure she deserves sixes for everything!

Whether you agree or disagree with the judges, remember that what they say doesn't count tonight. It's all down to you, so get voting peeps! There's only a few minutes left and then we lose one skater. Go Team Fountain!

Jayne and Chris dance one more time and I feel sorry for the contestants at this point. As we happily soak up the talents of T & D, they're popping on their Bolero outfits and one of them won't get to dance! It's always heartbreaking when they have to skate off whilst wearing their performance outfit. Shame!

It's time. The results are in..
Skating Bolero is Suzanne and Matt and...
(THANK GOD)
It's Chris and Frankie!

I was on the edge of my seat then! Poor Zaraah is welling up, she may be out but she was a great competitor. You should be proud of yourself hun, you came in to take over from Michael when he hurt his foot and you gave them all a run for their money. Well done!

GET VOTING NOW FOR YOUR FAVOURITE - ALL THE VOTES ARE WIPED CLEAN AND NOW WE START A FRESH!

It's time for Bolero...
(In an ideal world Chris Fountain will get all 6's for this!)

Phil announces that Chris & Frankie are first and as the camera flicks to the tunnel, the pair are just hugging... They skate out and I have go watch...

They use the classic start, but with a flick over to stand. Then there's a free hand kiss spin, a drape lift and the Torvill and Dean cross rolls. They add a flambo and the required collapse finish. How fantastic was that! The commentator says it was hauntingly beautiful and a great interpretation. I have to agree and I'm pleased they were in contact throughout. Chris says, "I really enjoyed that, no matter what anyone says I connected with Frankie in that number". Robin loved it, "it was amazing but I missed the fun". The bolero can't be fun! What is this guy talking about? Jason can't hold his tongue, "I disagree with you Robin. The Bolero of all things has to be intense, FINALLY you connected with Frankie!" Chris can't help but squeal, he finally has the recognition he yearned for from Jason.

Time for Suzanne and Matt and they're hoping to include a long lift called the snakecharmer tonight. It's complicated and during the performance it's difficult to see where the lift ends, but there are no slip ups throughout and it's a great routine. There's a swoop of death, the classic toe steps and the required collapse finish. The flat spin with curl ups was genius!

Sadly, I just don't think it was as much of a homage to Bolero as Chris and Frankie's routine. It felt like one of their weekly routines and again with all the gushing from Suzanne and the judges, it was all a bit OTT. I hate to say it, but in some places during the routine Suzanne looked almost smug. Have all those sixes gone to her head?

Chris and Frankie's performance should bring it home if you ask me. He deserves it for being ruddy marvellous throughout!

Nicky's all for Suzanne and even goes as far as to say, "you could just do a single edge and it would be fantastic, it's the way you do it. You're my winner tonight!" Pah! That's what I think of your comments Nicky! Let's let the public decide eh?

It's results time and Chris Fountain thanks everyone for supporting him. When Phillip asks how he feels he is humble as ever... "I feel sick and I don't want to spoil the carpet. No matter what the result, I just want to thank everyone. I've had great time". Suzanne Shaw says, "I have loved every minute of this show. I would like to thank everyone on and off the ice and Torvill and Dean".

Here we go..
The Dancing On Ice champion 2008 is...

SUZANNE SHAW!

Congratulations to Suzanne, but I'm really not sure what happened there. I think the judges comments had a lot to do with the result tonight and especially all of those sixes. I'm not sure they were all justified? Suzanne was the better flyer, but that was all.

Chris looks gutted, but congratulates Suzanne. Holly asks how he feels after missing out on the trophy, "I don't mind, I really enjoyed it and I want to thank my mum and everyone over there for their support".

You've been the best skater throughout Chris and I think you were robbed! Anyone else agree?

I hope you've enjoyed this years Dancing On Ice blog. Please leave your comments by clicking 'add a comment' below and I'll be back soon with The Apprentice and Big Brother 2008. It's been an absolute blast and I can't wait to see who they land for the next series of DOI! See you tomorrow for the aftershow goss... Selena x

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Who wins?

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 19:12:22 GMT

Oooh, I can't wait for tomorrows final can you?

How would you like to see the finalists trying out their harnesses for their flying routines? Click here!

...And what about the final press call with the three finalists?
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Join me here tomorrow for the LIVE Final. I'll be here to give my opinion on the performances and I can't wait to hear what you think. See you here when the show airs...

Who do you think should win Dancing On Ice 2008? I'm backing Chris Fountain all the way! Leave your comments...

Selena x

Training Talk...

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:31:34 GMT

All three finalists have been up in the air this week, as they're working on their flying! They all seem to be taking to it well, although Chris is having a few issues with the harness position for obvious reasons (it's a little tackle tight!)

Suzanne's got a spring in her step. Her ankle is much better and she's performing to one of her favourite tracks in the final - Music By Madonna. She's also been booked for a West End musical after Dancing On Ice so she's pleased as punch!

Zaraah and Chris are heading for a fanfest on Sunday. Half the cast of Coronation Street and the gang from Hollyoaks will be in the audience to support them. Watch out for Chris's cheering squad - Rumour has it that the Hollyoaks cast will all be in 'Team Fountain' T-shirts! Go on guys!

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Interviews!

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:31:10 GMT

Quick one!

Check out my video player for Chris Fountain's dressing room interview and a chat with Torvill and Dean. Who will win Dancing On Ice 2008?

Chris Fountain's Final Hopes

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 10:32:03 GMT

What can I say? I could quite happily grab Chris Fountain as my toyboy (if I wasn't already married of course), but all I really want to do is mother him. He's such a sweety!

Check out the latest 'dressing room' interview and I'm sure you'll agree with me (and Chris's finger play will give you a giggle too!)

During the interview, Chris reveals his plans for the final and how he's hoping to reach the Bolero. He's selected Cry Me River as his favourite routine and he'll be performing it on Sunday with a twist. How great will that be? That routine is one of my favourites anyway!

I can't wait for the final, it's going to be two jam-packed hours so don't miss all the goss here daily.

Click here for Chris's interview, courtesy of ITV.

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Gardiner's Gossip

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 22:31:05 GMT

So what did Judge Jason have to say about the finalists?

“We are so thrilled with who we’ve got in the final, and the decision isn’t down to us anymore.”

What did you think about Zaraah's comeback?

“Zaraah was exceptional, and she is queen of the skate-off and knows how to pull it out the bag. She has been incredible and we never know what we’re going to get from her.”

Why didn't Chris Fountain get a six?
“There are moments for me, when he completely loses connection with Frankie. He is great when he does all his tricks away from her, but there were times when they didn’t connect as a team.

...and how about Suzanne's performance?

“Suzanne has such poise and elegance on the ice and is going to give him a big run for his money on the night.”

Don't forget to check out the semi final performances on my video player and join me here daily for the latest goss. I'll be here to blog the final LIVE, so be sure to log in and give your two penneths on the performances.

See you soon! Selena x

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Performance Videos

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 22:24:03 GMT

For all of you who missed the show and have asked for last night's performances, take a look at my video player.

I don't know about you, but I could watch them again and again. Didn't they do well!

It's gonna be a fantastic final!
Selena x

LIVE Blog - The Semi-Final

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 16:47:52 GMT

LIVE BLOG RUNNING NOW!

It's semi-final time guys, it's gonna be a great show! Give your opinion of each performance and let me know who YOU think should make the final!

As the show begins, Leona Lewis performs her new charity single Footprints In The Sand while Jayne & Chris dance... Both the song and the routine are beautiful - Grab your copy soon.

The skaters have a real challenge tonight. The required element is a solo spot and each contestant must perform alone for 20 seconds. As if that wasn't difficult enough, they must also skate out of the tunnel and start their routine solo. Chris & Jayne are concerned that this task has thrown them this week...

Who will take the pressure and make it to the final? Judge Jason Gardiner believes that Zaraah will leave tonight, do you agree or is she a force to be reckoned with?

Gareth Gates is up first and bless him, he's petrified of the solo skate. It's not so much the performance but coming out of the tunnel. "I'm always so nervous before we come out and we always skate out together. I'm gona find that really difficult". Regardless of nerves, he does well. Thankfully, he's dancing to his favourite rock anthem Livin' On A Prayer and that spurs him on. He's confident in his solo with three turns and a drag, then he performs a lay back (with spin), a roll up and a catch lift. Chris said he rocked on and Nicky loved his presentation and skill on the ice. I was outraged that Jason scored him low. He claimed that "this wasn't a semi-final performance". What rubbish! Gareth scores 24.5 in all and he's happy. I think he's done enough to make the final, but if you want to see him next week don't forget to vote!

Suzanne is hot to trot tonight. After snaffling the highest score of the series (weeks ago), she only managed fourth place last week and it was a real let down. She dances to Eternal Flame and her solo is both elegant and delicate. In training she has been worried about the float spin, but there was no need. It was spectacular! She adds a ballet lift with full arm extension and an arabasque - There are 5.5's across the board and regardless of her chipped ankle, Suzanne jumps for joy and is right up on her tippee toes to hug Matt! Robin advises that it wasn't the lifts or her partner that gave her those scores, "it was your talent and skating on the ice!" Sounds good to me Suzy!

I feel sorry for Zaraah. I don't know anyone who thinks she's going to make it through tonight and she's trying so hard. In training the pair have been concentrating on personality and precision, as like the others Zaraah's terrified of the solo and the judges are concerned about her facial expression. WOW! She dances to One by U2 and her solo skate is beautiful. She floats across the ice with grace and poise and Fred appears (as if from nowhere) to sweep her into the fish lift... then into the flambo and spin, followed by an inverted swan spin finish. To be honest, I didn't even see Fred skate on - I was captured by Zaraah. Well done missus! A well deserved 27 points and it's her best score yet. Jason says, "now THAT was a semi-final performance Zaraah. With that, you deserve to be in the final". Get voting peeps, it's gonna be closer than we thought - Zaraah's raised her game!

Salsa time! Chris is up next and he's performing to Livin' La Vida Loca! It's hot enough to melt the ice and as always, I'm clapping and squealing like a loon! For the first time a celebrity has performed a flambo lift and a helicopter and I just love these two! Chris was concerned about his Salsa skills and they even took a Salsa class to brush up. I really think it helped as Chris was aflame! It was just bob on and when Chris Dean is asked for his opinion he can say just one word, "amazing!" If it wasn't for my dodgy back, I'd be jumping up and down myself - The crowd are screaming SIX! SIX! SIX! THE PAIR SCORE 29 POINTS AND GRAB THREE SIXES ALONG THE WAY! As always, Jason was the only one to poo-poo the fun. He pointed out that there were issues with the pairs synchronization and the performance wasn't perfect. Chris was the first to agree, but he asked the viewers at home to get them to the final and they will try to make it perfect next week. Both Nicky and Robin disagreed with Jason and they're the pro's after all! "You got a six from me because that was the whole package". Let's not forget that Jason awarded a six to Keiron Bracken last year, even when there was a slip infront of the judges table. What's all that about Jason?

IF YOU MISSED TONIGHT'S SHOW, BE SURE TO CATCH THAT PERFORMANCE ON MY VIDEO PLAYER TOMORROW. IT'S JUST TOO GOOD TO MISS! SEE YOU HERE IN AN HOUR FOR THE RESULTS -GO CHRIS!

THE SKATE OFF!

The two couples who must skate again are Gareth and Zaraah... Chris and Suzanne are in the final!

Gareth needs to be careful here. Zaraah has upped her game tonight and he received the lowest score earlier. Zaraah's also had skate-off experience and the pressure could get to Gareth. As the judges vote on the skate-off performance only, it could be a close call.

Both skaters hold it together and improve on their previous performances. If I had to call it though, I think Zaraah had the better content. I'm shocked by her turnaround, she's on fire tonight.

The judges agree with me, it's a clean sweep for Zaraah! Gareth leaves us tonight. "I've fought out there and I've had a great time".

Thanks Gareth, we had a ball!

So that's it... Next week it's flying, skating and the Bolero! Who will win Dancing On Ice? Leave your comments...

See you tomorrow for all the aftershow goss!
Selena x

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Tuneroonies...

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 18:52:33 GMT

If you're wondering about the theme for this week, believe me when I say SO AM I!!! The music that Chris and Jayne have selected ranges from U2 to The Bangles and at first I thought it may be all about 'the lurve', but Livin' La Vida Loca isn't really a super-ballad is it?

Anyway, here's Chris & Jayne's picks...

Livin' on a Prayer

Livin' La Vida Loca

One

Eternal Flame

Leona Lewis will also be performing two tracks on Sunday night. Jayne and Chris have choreographed a beautiful routine, so they'll be bopping around her like it's going out of fashion.

Sounds good to me!
More soon...

Selena x

Frock Off!

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:13:14 GMT

I have to say, I love Holly Willoughby! She really is a girl after my own heart.

After a flood of unnecessary criticism over her wardrobe, she's fighting back by finding the humour in it all.

"It's all been blown out of proportion. I can't believe my life has changed over a dress and I've never had press outside my house. Now I have press outside my door, but I'm very lucky as it's all been positive".

On the subject of 'that white dress' she said, "I'm not sure whether it was because it was white or because people are so used to seeing tiny women on television... That when they see a normal-sized woman they think, 'Ooh, she's flashing!' I don't know. But I definitely think the fact I'm a curvy girl played a part in it. The important thing for me is that I'm happy with myself, not just body-wise but the entire package."

I think it was more about the cut of the dress Holly, but who cares. You looked fantastic and you're keeping Phillip on his toes that's for sure!

My favourite part of the interview was when Holly revealed her outfit for Sunday night...

What's the dress like for Sunday?
Ooooh, it's red - Lovely!

And the cut, is it low at the front or back?
BOTH!

Love it! Never change Holls, never change!
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Dreaming Of The Final...

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 08:15:56 GMT

During a brief chat today, Chris Fountain revealed that he's determined to make the final of Dancing On Ice - though it's not for the fame it's more for the flight!

“Of course I want to win, but I just want to get to the final so I can fly! If I focus on beating everyone or on what Suzanne, Gareth or Zara is doing, I’d forget what I’m doing! We all understand what the others are going through. No one wants anyone to fall, it’s not like that. If one of us was injured it would be awful. If it was me I would be devastated, so I know how the others would feel."

And the good news if you're a Team Fountain fan... after much speculation, Chris WILL be on the DOI Tour!

Here's the proof, straight from the horses mouth...“I’m doing the tour after all. Hollyoaks are giving me Fridays off and it’ll be great. I’ll be knackered but I’m looking forward to it.”

Chris also confirmed that he's about to sign with Hollyoaks for another year, so there's tons more time to catch him on screen - Excellent!

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LIVE Blog - Show 8

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 17:45:19 GMT

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Who will manage to combine dancing on ice with a prop?
I wouldn't mind, but talk about a challenge... It's not just one prop this year, it's TWO! There's a hula-hoop, a chair, a brolly, a hat, a suitcase, a table and much more to contend with. As always, feel free to leave your comments after each performance or when the show ends... Here we go!

Up first is Suzanne and she must perform with the brolly and the chair... She's had a rough week and if you don't believe me, just check out my two posts below. Thankfully, regardless of injury Suzanne is going to skate through the pain and continue. It wouldn't be the same without you hun!

They dance to Don't Rain On My Parade and although they had to alter the routine to support Suzannes ankle, it's still an impressive performance! There's a chair spin, a Torvill & Dean flip-lift and a headstand on the chair. They score a total of 24 and Matt was pleased as punch, "I am so proud of her, she is such a strong woman to come out to do what she just did". Some of the judges award her 5.5 (which is equal to her normal scores). Nicky commended her poise and performance, yet Jason only awarded her 4.5 and he's the performance specialist. Jason claimed it was because Suzanne's routine was fabulous as always, but she didn't come out with the same gusto as usual. Phillip couldn't hold his tongue, "usually she doesn't come out with a chip in her ankle!" GO ON PHIL - GIVE IT TO HIM! I don't get Jason, I really don't. I'm beginning to think he gives lower scores so he's asked why - that way he gets to talk more on the TV. I thought it was cheeky, creative and theatrical - great personality guys!

Next is Zara and both her and Fred must contend with the cane and hoop. They dance to That Don't Impress Me Much and although they were dreading the hula hoop catch, they pull it off and Zara beams from ear to ear. The hula spin was amazing and Zara kept her balance well with just her blade resting on the hop during the lift. The routine also included revolving shooting star kicks and a bucket lift to finish. Her effort rewarded, she pulls 24.5, her highest score so far! Robin said, "that's the best skating you've done so far". But Karen wasn't convinced, "the skating was good, but you were a little on your toes for me, that's why I marked you lower than Suzanne". I agree. It was a good performance, but it needed more umph to beat Suzy. There was some ingenious work with the cane and those lifts and spins though...

It's Gareth's turn now and he's performing to Try A Little Tenderness with a hat and cane. I have to say, I can't help smiling, Gareth's infectious isn't he? The choreography with the props is genius. He catches the hat in time, the throw routine with the cane was fantastic and then to support a hanging float spin while rotating with the cane - What a guy eh! A well deserved 25.5 points and Gareth couldn't be happier. Robin said, "I loved it!" Ruthie agreed, "It is so hard with the hat and to use the hat and cane and make it work..." If anyone knows Ruthie does, that girl's done Chicago! In the post performance interview Gareth's overjoyed to have his first 5.5.

Is it just me or has Chris Fountain got the hardest props ever? The table and the suitcase, what's all that about? Nevertheless, Frankie and Chris bop away to Stuck In The Middle With You. They aeroplane on the table, slide under it (on the suitcase), fly on top of the suitcase and then toboggan slide for good measure. Chris also adds a one-legged balance and glide with the suitcase, just to bump those marks a little further. It's a fun routine, but a little slower than normal. I have to give them credit for squeezing anything out of those props!

The judges are more impressed than me... The pair score 27 and Nicky's only advice is to work on their partnership a little more (as it's difficult to see when Frankies flying on a table!) Everyone is happy that Chris is still in one piece, as Chris Dean suffered a horrible injury at the mercy of a suitcase some years ago. Chris was more than happy, "I'm just glad I've still got my teeth!"

Finally, there's Greg and he's performing to Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. I really wanted to pop on and say 'go home Greg', but both he and Kristina worked the table and broom and even Jason had to admit that there was more skill involved tonight. Sadly, he wasn't convinced by the performance elements... "You weren't the most wooden tonight Greg, you had a broom and a table!" Ouch!

Greg managed to complete his broom routine, he connected with Kristina after a week of bickering and the arabesque over the table was more than impressive. The problem was the lack of commitment and the obvious shortcomings compared to the other skaters and can I ask, what's with the commentator? He advised the audience at home, "if Greg goes home, we don't get to see Kristina anymore". Should that be allowed? Was it an attempt to sway the audience? The judges award them a total of 20.5 and Greg cheers with glee (it's his highest score!)

If Greg doesn't go tonight I'm afraid the crowd could turn on him. Things tend to turn nasty when the better performers leave, so the weaker (but fun) skaters can stay. I just hope justice prevails and the right man leaves.

I don't know about you but I just wasn't that enthused by prop week. I can't put my finger on what it is, but the show just wasn't as exciting tonight. Do you agree? Leave your comments...

THE SKATE OFF
Who'll make the semi-finals?

Gareth, Chris and Suzanne are through, which leaves Greg and Zara in the skate off. I don't think there's any question here, Zara was fantastic with her props and Jason loved her. If you ask me, it's a done-deal that Greg is going home.

Uh-Oh, Greg's told the audience that he'll jump from the table in the skate off. Chris Dean advises against it and I agree. I don't think risking injury is too clever Greg and to be honest it won't save you now!

Both skaters improve second time around, but Greg is the first to say that Zara's the better skater. "She's just too good, but I've enjoyed my time here". The judges vote and with a score of 4 - 1, Greg leaves us tonight.

If it's any comfort, Nicky voted to save Greg as he was more relaxed in the skate off and Zara made mistakes. The others agree that Zara's performance had errors, but the content of her routine was still higher than Gregs. As they take their final turn on the ice, Greg decides to perform the 'death jump' that he missed out on last week. As he leaps over Kristina my heart is in my throat. Thank God that's over, it could have been a real disaster!

Well done Greg, you are a gent sir and it was never boring!

So who's next for the chop and who should land those final spots? Leave your comments and pop back soon to check out tonight's performances on my video player...

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Suzanne WILL Skate Tonight!

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 15:26:00 GMT

LATEST NEWS!

Regardless of a chipped bone in her ankle, Suzy Shaw WILL be skating on tonight's LIVE show!

Thanks to continuous treatment from Physiotherapist Sharron Morrison and plenty of rest, Suzanne has been given the all clear to skate (as long as she's strapped) and she will battle the pain to continue on (good for her!)

I hope that her routine works out as it's a real cracker. Be sure to look out for Suzanne, Matt and the dreaded chair tonight...

Come and join me when the show airs to pass judgement on the proptastic performances. Will Gareth's hat fly off, will Suzy flip her chair or will Greg get the 'brush' off?

Who do you think should leave tonight?

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Is Suzanne Out?

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 15:16:32 GMT

Nightmare!

Suzanne Shaw has given an old injury a whack and now she may be out of the competition for good. A decision will be made about her future today after she suffered an avulsion fracture (or chipped bone) yesterday. She picked up the injury trampolining, but it was mild in comparison. When Suzanne slipped during a flip in dress rehearsals it knocked her for six. She landed twisted from her prop (a chair), while performing a handstand which rolled over Matt and onto the ice.

When she slipped and fell, she was banned from the ice after Barnet Hospital confirmed the severity of the injury via x-ray. Physiotherapist Sharron Morrison has been providing therapy ever since...

Will she be soldiering on, or is it curtains for Suzy. I hope not! As soon as I can get the goss, you'll be the first to know!

Selena x

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Slice On The Ice

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 16:22:02 GMT

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Dancing on Ice star Suzanne Shaw has just cut skating partner Matt Evers face with the blade of her skate in an accident on the training rink. The pair were practicing their routine for Dancing on Ice's props week, when Suzanne did a handstand on top of their prop, a chair, and as she went up, her blade scraped down Matt's face. Medics have rushed onto the ice and are currently looking at whether he will need stitches or if the cut to his face can be glued, either way he has a cracking shiner. Ouch!

More soon...

Selena x

PS. If you want to peep behind the scenes of prop week, check out my video player for some juicy snippets!

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Top Of The Pops

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 21:03:32 GMT

Producers of Dancing On Ice are pleased as punch to have Leona Lewis booked as their next special guest!

Leona will perform her new single for the first time, exclusively at the semi-final of Dancing on Ice.

Singing her Sport’s Relief single Footprints in the Sand, Leona will take to the ice and perform as Torvill and Dean dance a specially choreographed routine.

During the results show, Leona will sing the double A side to her single Better in Time.

A spokesperson for ITV said: “We’re thrilled that Leona has chosen Dancing on Ice to perform her single for the first time. With Olympic legends Torvill and Dean dancing alongside Leona, viewers are in for a real treat.”

As always, there'll be more soon...

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Greg's Deluded!

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 05:47:01 GMT

Well, what can I say? It's obvious that Judge Jason Gardiner was not impressed when Greg went through on Sunday night!

Here's what he had to say... “I can't believe it. We’re losing out in order to save Greg.” He agreed that Greg's performance was 'entertaining', but not for the right reasons. “It looked like someone was shooting at him. If only I'd had a gun..." Ouch!!

He continued, “I think he’s deluded. I think he thinks he’s pretty good.” I hate to say it Jason, but I agree. Greg should have gone on Sunday and it will be a travesty if he makes the final via the sympathy vote. It's almost like he's playing on it now and it's getting a little sickening. I wasn't impressed on Sunday when ever word was 'if I'm in the final we'll have to see what Jason does' and 'Jason this' and 'Jason that'. It's like a panto, but I don't think Greg understands what's going to happening. If he pushes out the talented skaters he'll lose his support faster than he can jump! He'll be another Aggie and he can't see it coming.

On a positive note, Jason did have some encouraging comments for Chris Fountain and the higher ranking skaters. "I think if we get our three top people in the final then we’ll get some pretty dynamic Boleros. For me, that would be Chris, Suzanne and Gareth.”

Jason was obviously impressed by Chris's axel on Sunday, "he made the decision to do it on the day of the live show, and he pushed it. That to me is somebody who possesses the champion spirit.”

So as far as Jason's concerned, Greg's out this week and Chris, Gareth and Suzy should be top 3. Who do you think should go this week and who should make the final? There's only two weeks left and this week it's prop week!

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