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Dancing On Ice viewers call for Johnny Weir to be permanent judge on ITV show as he replaces Ashley Banjo


American figure skater Johnny, 39, made his debut on the judges panel during Musicals Week, as well as performing for fans.

Professional dancer Ashley, 35, announced during last Sunday's show he is taking a break from DOI to hit the road with his dance group, Diversity. Ashley is due to return to the panel alongside Oti Mabuse , Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean in time for the show’s semi-final Following the skate off off judges Ashley Banjo , Oti Mabus, Jayne Torville and Christopher Dean announced they wanted to save the 'strongest skater'.

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