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ITV Dancing On Ice's Christopher Dean 'blocks out' memories from tragic family heartbreak
Before shooting to fame as an Olympic skater and Dancing On Ice judge, Christopher Dean suffered a traumatic childhood when his mother left and his father had an affair
The former professional skater, 65, is easily one of the most recognisable faces when it comes to the ice rink, having won gold and bronze medals at the Olympics alongside his skating partner Jayne Torvill. Christopher Dean is a judge on Dancing On Ice alongside his former skate partner Jayne Torvill (Image: Jonathan Hordle/REX/Shutterstock) Read MoreRelated Articles Inside Neighbours' Holly Valance's life with billionaire husband after quitting showbiz In an episode of ITV's DNA Journeys, which aired back in 2022, the pro skater returned to his family home and offered an insight into that time of his childhood which he said he had "blocked out".
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