Craig Revel Horwood's Alesha Blast
25 August 2009
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Craig Revel Horwood has blasted Alesha Dixon, insisting she won't be as good as Arlene Phillips.
The 'Strictly Come Dancing' judge doesn't believe the 30-year-old singer - who won the celebrity dance contest in 2007 - has the knowledge or experience to do as well on the panel as the choreographer, who was axed from the show earlier this year.
Craig said: "A celebrity contestant can never match someone who has been dancing their entire lives, who has been competitive and in professional competitions. It's going to be different because Arlene and I argued and had a lot of banter.
"I don't know if Alesha and I will do that. I don't have a clue what will come out of her mouth actually. The proof will be in the pudding."
A celebrity contestant can never match someone who has been dancing their entire lives, who has been competitive and in professional competitions. It's going to be different because Arlene and I argued and had a lot of banter.
However, Craig - who says he was "shocked" when producers decided to axe Arlene - admits he believes Alesha has some unique qualities to bring to the show.
He added to new! Magazine: "I'm inquisitive to see how she'll do and what she'll be like.
"She knows quite a bit about dance because she's been through the series and won it - so she's been trained by the professionals and by the best.
"She's a natural, gifted performer, so she'll add those sorts of elements to her role from the performance side."
Meanwhile, Arlene is reportedly set to rejoin the show - as choreographer in charge of the group dances.
A source said: "Arlene may not be a judge any more but her experience is unparalleled. We've offered her a role doing what she does best, which is choreography. As viewers know, the group dances are highly technical so it's not an easy thing to do."
The 66-year-old dance veteran is expected to sign a deal - which may also include a guest spot on spin-off show 'It Takes Two' - within the next few days.
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