ITV Dancing on Ice bosses have been forced to replace one of this year's stars just days before the launch.Skating pro Tippy Packard was set to be partnered with Eddie The Eagle on the show but she has been forced to pull out at the last minute due to injury and has now been replaced by Vicky Ogden.Vicky took to social media to share her news as she wrote: "Exciting Announcement!
I'm absolutely thrilled to share that I'll be skating with the incredible Eddie on this season of @dancingonice."Eddie "The Eagle" is a true legend who has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
This year we're determined to show just how iconic he is. "Together, let's recreate the magic and cheer Eddie on like we did all those years ago.
Are you ready? 5,6,78 Let's do this, Eddie!"Eddie was actually a replacement contestant as well after he stepped in for Gogglebox star Stephen Lustig-Webb who had to pull out of the show after breaking his ankle, the Mirror reports.
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