Jewel and Access Hollywood host Nancy O'Dell are dropping out of ABC's Dancing With the Stars. Both women were injured during training for the show that prevent them from competing. Jewel was diagnosed with a fractured tibia in both legs and O'Dell needs surgery to repair a torn knee cartilage. According to producers, replacements may be announced during Monday's season premiere.

Jewel and O'Dell are the first in eight seasons of Dancing to withdraw due to injuries during the pre-show training. Olympic star Misty May dropped out last season after tearing tendon during the competition. (Photo: WENN)

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