Bandmate's pride at Michelle overcoming her addiction demons

MICHELLE Heaton’s Liberty X bandmate told yesterday of her pride at seeing her “fighter” friend overcome a drink and drug addiction to take part in Dancing on Ice.

- Emma Pryer

Jessica Pietersen, who has been pals with Michelle for more than 20 years, said: “The difference in Michelle now compared to before rehab is absolutely night and day. 

“To go through what she has and to do this show she’s always dreamt about doing is the icing on the cake for her.

“She is very much a symbol of getting through some really tough times and facing some real adversity and coming out the other side stronger.

“All credit to her for doing that.

“I’m just so happy and proud of her.”

Mum-of-two Michelle spoke openly on last weekend’s launch show about getting a second chance with the series – after having to turn down a previous offer due of her addiction struggles.