Although Strictly Come Dancing had many odd characters, it seems (from a casual observance) that Dancing On Ice is catching up fast. There's the little grey-haired announcer who looks as if he's just been embalmed and on his way to a funeral, shouting the announcements as though he's selling newspapers on Oxford Street. Then there's his 'glamorous' sidekick, attired like some pouting little Dutch girl in hilarious fancy dress. And we mustn't forget the excitable voice-over of Ray Gubba who perpetually sounds like a washing-powder salesman on the verge of orgasm.

As for the judges; well, in their haste to copy dear old Craig from S.C.D. it seems that I.T.V. have delved into Central Casting and unearthed another arch-luvvie by the name of Jason Gardner. Nobody had ever heard of him before but he is now confidently announced as 'world famous'. Heaven knows what for, it certainly wasn't for his judgement on ice-dancing. Incidentally, in a Sunday newspaper today he is quoted as saying "Bonnie is going to win this competition. I can't find any faults with Bonnie, she is a phenomenal performer and dancer. I squeal with delight when I watch her" Well, that's all right then - it's wonderful to have unbiased judges. Apparently the fact that (so far) Bonnie appears petrified of actually skating on her own is of no consequence to the smug Mr Gardner.

However, compared to Jason, the other judges seem bland and uncontroversial (wake up I.T.V.). Surely they could have found someone to emulate Bruno, and the lady who is perpetually in tears is no match for the man-eating Arlene.
So, on the whole, a boring panel. So why do I tune in? Well, like most men, I can assure you that a few glances at the delightfully cute Kristina has nothing to do with it whatsoever. Pity that Pam went, she was a bit of all right too!

Blomes. Dancin' Doc.

Jason was the controversial judge on Strictly Dance Fever. I really think that Jason has tried to be more honest with his comments while the other judges were fawning over Kelly.
I'm not sure why he has so openly come out in favour of Bonnie - that's usually the kiss of death to viewers.

Don't you remember Jason from Dance Fever Blomes? And you being so in the know with the Beeb?
I loathe him, but have to agree that he's a renowned choreographer. He's not done much TV work, mainly stage and pop videos.
Did you not see his make over prog, either on 4 or 5? Can't remember which.

I agree with you ,I'd hardly call Holly glamerous! Not a patch on Tess... no class, style or dress sense.

Still at the end of the day, id people don't enjoy it they can change channels can't they? Oh, hang on a minute, isn't the Beeb showing celebs trying to sing?

I saw him on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy UK.

He seemed quite nice on that

Oh that's why he fawns over Bonnie? He's gay! and is Bonnie not a gay icon or something?

Sorry Tasi, I must plead guilty to not knowing that Jason was a renowned choreographer and no, I didn't see his 'make-over' programme' and I shudder to think of his 'pop videos'. However, we must all admire his supernatural powers because he knows who is going to win this competition. And who are we to argue with someone who is world famous? One has to admit that more has been written about him on this forum than any other judge so he must be feeling extra-smug at the moment. Perhaps we should all write for his autograph?

Blomes.

No Bonnie is not a gay icon!
But if Karen cries again I shall murder the TV set.
SOMEBODY send her some tissues!

Jamesx