[bigboydan]

I think Jerry Springer might just have some value here at 49-1. You figure he might have learned a few dance moves or two from all those strippers he has on his show.

pinnaclesports.com opens betting on “Dancing with the stars”
Sportsbook Lists Former “Saved By The Bell” Star As Early Favorite



WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO (August 15, 2006)—Although the season premiere of “Dancing With The Stars” is still nearly a month away, ABC has already announced the celebrity contestants on the third season of the hit reality series. Participants in the new season include an NFL legend, a pair of former teen heartthrobs, a former politician turned talk-show host, a conservative political pundit and a country musician, among others. All of them will team up with professional dancing partners in a competition decided by viewer voting and the judges. Shortly after the show’s famous participants were unveiled Monday, leading online sportsbook PinnacleSports.com opened wagering on which celebrity would dance their way to win the third edition of “Dancing With The Stars”.



The largest sports betting site on the Internet, PinnacleSports.com is the source for betting odds on all things entertainment from hit reality series, movie openings and award shows. Currently, the oddsmakers list former teen heartthrob Mario Lopez, best known for his role as A.C. Slater on “Saved by the Bell”, as the favorite to take the dancing crown at 3/1 (i.e., win $3 for every $1 bet). Star of films such as Kill Bill and Independence Day, actress Vivica A. Fox has been installed with the second-best odds at 4/1, followed closely by Monique Coleman of High School Musical fame at 9/2. One of television’s greatest teen idols and most recognizable kid stars, Joey Lawrence, stands at 6/1 to win ABC’s celebrity dance-off. Meanwhile former L.A. Law star Harry Hamlin (8/1) hopes to avenge his wife’s (Lisa Rinna) fourth place finish on “Dancing With The Stars” last season.



“We’ve seen a huge surge in betting on reality shows like ‘Dancing With The Stars’ and ‘American Idol’ as more people put their money behind the contestants they’re voting for,” said Simon Noble of PinnacleSports.com. “As past editions of the show have proved, ‘Dancing With The Stars’ is anyone’s game, so it’s very difficult to make any one celebrity a large favorite to win before they perform their first dance.”



Self-proclaimed “bad girl of pop” Willa Ford and country award-winner Sara Evans have both been listed by PinnacleSports.com at 9/1 to win the reality show. Known for his quick feet on the gridiron, the NFL’s all-time leading rusher Emmitt Smith is a 14/1 underdog to add the “Dancing With The Stars” championship to his three Super Bowl titles. PinnacleSports.com lists former Miss USA, actress and “Meet The Barkers” star Shanna Moakler at 20/1 along with MSNBC’s bow-tied conservative political pundit Tucker Carlson, while lowbrow talk show host Jerry Springer is a 49/1 long shot to win the celebrity dance contest.



PinnacleSports.com will offer wagering on ABC’s “Dancing With The Stars” throughout the entirety of the series. For more information and a complete list of betting options, please visit www.pinnaclesports.com.



Current Odds: All Odds Subject To Change



Odds To Win “Dancing With The Stars”

Mario Lopez 3/1

Vivica A. Fox 4/1

Monique Coleman 9/2

Joey Lawrence 6/1

Harry Hamlin 8/1

Willa Ford 9/1

Sara Evans 9/1

Emmitt Smith 14/1

Shanna Moakler 20/1

Tucker Carlson 20/1

Jerry Springer 49/1

[Illusion]

I don't even know who half of these people are, but I hope Jerry wins.

[goldengoat]

i don't know most but ac slater is on there and he has some moves he learned from saved by the bell so he is gonna take it

[bigboydan]

When they interviewed Emmitt Smith during that Texas/OSU game saturday night, he did say he taken some lessons before. I feel he might be worth a shot at 14/1.

I know you follow these types of things IMG, so who do you think is going to win ?

[rolemand]

OMG did you see the footage of Emmitt with his partner. Stick to football Emmitt !!

[gummo]

I'd go with Willa Ford in this spot.

[koko]

I initially thought that Jerry might have some value as well.

Then this weekend I saw several different commercials being run for this show that highlighted just how bad a dancer Jerry is.

That isn't a good sign.

[psycho44]

just saw Jerry dance and it was hilarious. His female dance partner did all the work but if he wins, it's because he was "entertaining" to watch.

I didn't see Mario dance but he's got a huge granny fanbase.

[onlooker]

Emmitt dont have that offensive line to make him look good in this contest.

[goldengoat]

i did not see any of the show but i would not take springer at 4900-1

[imgv94]

I know you follow these types of things IMG, so who do you think is going to win ?

I watched the show last night, Mario Lopez is by far the best dancer on there. Don't throw your money away on Springer.

Mario Lopez was the only one who had any rhythm..

I am going to put $40 on Lopez when the odds come out. He will probably be 2-1

[imgv94]

I would have to say Willa Ford. I think the judges were unfair to her... I would be very surprised if someone else other than Mario Lopez or the (2) black girls win(Fox and Coleman).

[imgv94]

The winner is chosen by America though, right? I think a lot of the people who watch this might not like the fact that Slater cheated on Landry and may vote for somebody else, plus betting on 2-1 or 3-1 favorites in a field this large isn't my thing.

This guy got cheating on his wife and lied to the whole world about it and despite all that his approval rating went up the roof.

[psycho44]

America likes to vote on the underdogs and those that seem like the average joe blow. Not knocking Georgie W. Bush.

[unclejoe]

Don't count out Joey Lawrence +449. Lots of chicks like this guy despite the crome dome.

He can dance too and I think he and Mario Lopez will be the final two.

I got him at +610 a couple weeks ago.

[psycho44]

I watched last nights show and I actually think Jerry Springer has a chance to win. He can't dance but he's got charm and wits. He's very entertaining to watch and sure knows how to work the crowd.

[bigboydan]

Jerry Springer is still alive.

Jerry...Jerry...Jerry...

[Illusion]

That's awesome because I didn't think he would last one week...go Jerry!!!

[imgv94]

he will be gone next week... Hamlin was garbage and deserved to be kicked off..

[gummo]

I'm glad Emmitt won. Slater was a jerk.

[goldengoat]

the chick emmitt dances with (cheryl burke) is smokin hot

what a body on her

[imgv94]

the chick emmitt dances with (cheryl burke) is smokin hot

what a body on her

Gorgeous chick.. She has some really pretty eyes..