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ET confirms the news that "Dancing with the Stars" contestant, comedian Jeffrey Ross, was injured earlier today when his partner, Edyta Sliwinska, accidentally poked him in the eye. He was taken to the hospital, but he was able to dance tonight, despite doctor's orders and albeit, while wearing an eye patch.

In other "Dancing" news, professional dancer Karina Smirnoff was also taken to the hospital today after injuring her ankle. She was able to perform, however, and said, "I feel much better." Keep checking back here for more on tonight's big "Dancing" premiere!

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