Dancing On Ice contestant Rufus Hound caused controversy on Sunday night's show after claims he was 'making it about politics'.
The comedian took to the ice to perform a fun, high energy routine with his professional partner Robin as the first show of the series aired.
After coming off the ice, Hound received a 'golden ticket' - a new element of the show which will see a celebrity and their partner go straight through to the next week - as the judges praised his performace.
Host Phillip Schofield asked Rufus how he felt on winning the free pass and if he ever imagined being stood on ice, crying over a golden ticket.
The 41-year-old replied: "Mate, we live in a world where the people we elect don't want to feed hungry children.
"This (routine) is the least crazy thing."
And his response divided viewers.
"#dancingonice Rufus seriously can we not just watch light entertainment without politics," one fumed.
Another raged: "That's it turned it straight off ... Put Netflix on IM SICK TO DEATH OF ALL THESE POLITICAL REMARKS ITS SPOILING THE VIEWING RUFUS WHAT AN IDIOT.. spoilt the whole series now I won’t be watching it #dancingonice."
"Rufus Hound, what a disappointment with his 'Political Statement' on #DancingOnIce . FFS can't entertainers stick to entertaining for just 5 minutes."
But others praised him for his words.
"'We live in a world where the people we elect don't want to feed hungry children' Rufus making DOI political and iiiiii love it #DancingOnIce," commented one.
Another added: "Nice one Rufus Hound! Highlighting the Tories for their shameful approach to the UK's hungry kids on a light entertainment show watched by millions. Get in there!"
"Rufus Hound , just take the crown now! #DancingOnIce," a third said.
A fourth added: "Rufus Hound throwing shade at the government over the free school meals business has made my night #dancingonice."
