Dancing On Ice’s Anton Ferdinand Sent Bullets in the Post and Lost It
Anton Ferdinand opens up about past trauma and a recent feud with Chris Hughes
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London: Recently, Anton Ferdinand has been in the spotlight for more than just his ice-skating debut. He’s been reflecting on some tough times from his past, including receiving bullets in the mail after a high-profile racism incident with John Terry.
Now, he’s gearing up for his stint on ITV’s Dancing On Ice. It’s a big change from his football days, but he’s excited about the challenge. He mentioned that he misses the structure that football provided, and this show gives him a new focus.
Ferdinand, who played for clubs like West Ham and QPR, has been open about his experiences since retiring. He’s been a familiar face on sports talk shows and even made a documentary about racism in football.
He shared that he’s doing the show not just for himself but also for his daughter, who loves dance. It’s a way for them to bond over something new, which is really sweet.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. He recently had a bit of a spat with Love Island star Chris Hughes while filming a show. During a challenge, Hughes let slip how scary it was, which really got under Ferdinand’s skin. He told Hughes to “shut the f*** up,” but they’ve since laughed it off and are good friends now.
Ferdinand’s journey has been a mix of highs and lows, but he’s tackling it all head-on. It’s inspiring to see him take on new challenges while also addressing the tough stuff from his past.