Dancing On Ice Champ Alex Murphy Weighs in on Sexism Row

DANCING On Ice champion Alex Murphy has shared insights on the ongoing sexism debate surrounding the show, shedding light on why most winners are men.

Viewers Recognize Difficulty for Male Celebs

The professional skater, 37, believes viewers are perceptive and understand the challenges male celebrities face in lifting their partners on the ice, making it harder for them to excel in the competition.

Gender Dynamics in Voting

Alex suggests that viewers may be more inclined to vote for male stars due to the perceived difficulty they face, even though she stresses that the show is not inherently biased against female contestants.

Fans Discontent with Female Contestants' Scores

Following complaints from fans about female contestants receiving lower scores than their male counterparts, Alex weighs in on the controversy.

Insight into the Competition

As the finale approaches, with Michaela Strachan competing against Sam Aston and Anton Ferdinand, Alex, a two-time DOI winner, shares her perspective on the dynamics of the show.

Skating Skill and Background

Alex highlights the importance of skills such as holding oneself on the ice, noting that female contestants with backgrounds in ballet or dance may have an advantage in the competition.

Experience and Learning Curve

Despite recognizing the talent of past female contestants like Beth Tweddle and Hayley Tamaddon, Alex debunks the notion that Dancing On Ice is inherently more challenging for male participants, emphasizing the relative difficulty of the competition.

Impressive Female Contestants

Alex praises female celebrities like Anthea Turner and Kimberly Wyatt for their performance on the show, underscoring the hard work and skill required for all participants to excel in the competition.