Jewel's Fate on 'Dancing with the Stars' Revealed

Jewel 'Worries' She Won't Dance in Competition

Will Jewel, who’s been grappling with tendonitis issues, compete on "Dancing with the Stars"? "The Insider" has the definitive answer.

We can confirm that Jewel has withdrawn from the competition due to injuries. She was diagnosed with a fractured tibia in both legs.

“When the doctors told me my injuries were so severe that I couldn’t walk, let alone compete, I was devastated that I couldn’t continue the show,” said Jewel. “I have every intention of being at ‘Dancing with the Stars’ this season supporting my husband, Ty [Murray], and his partner, Chelsie [Hightower]. I hope to be back on the show in the future.”

Jewel will appear on the season premiere of “DWTS” on Monday, March 9, to address her injury. Holly Madison is rumored to be her potential replacement.

Published 3/5/09 by