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Lisa Armstrong has shared a heartbreaking tribute to her late father marking three years since he died. The Strictly Come Dancing makeup artist, 45, shared a selection of snaps of her late father and a touching note to her 146k followers. Lisa shared a photo of her dad sat in an armchair as he smiled for the camera and another close up shot of him in a suit.

Strictly Come Dancing professionals James, 44, and Ola Jordan, 39, waved their daughter Ella off to her first day of nursery today. However, James revealed that his wife rang him in floods of tears after their daughter started “screaming as she walked away”. James and Ola welcomed two-year-old Ella into the world on February 27, 2020.Today, their daughter had her first day of nursery, but James revealed on social media that the day didn’t get off to a good start. Addressing his 312,900 Twitter followers, he penned: “Ella went for her first day of nursery today.“@The_OlaJordan dropped her off as I’m too much of a baby.“Ola then rang me crying saying she had to listen to her screaming as she walked away,” he wrote with a tearful emoji.“I’m sure many of you can relate,” the dancer added.Ola retweeted James moments later with a tearful emoji and the caption: “It was horrendous!!!!!”A couple of hours later, Ola posted an adorable snap of Ella dressed up for her big day.The toddler wore a cute matching jumper and trousers set decorated with a red cherry pattern.The outfit was baby pink and matched perfectly with her pink trainers.She wore her hair in little bunches with a pink hair clip on one side.The youngster also had a sparkly, bright pink lunch box to complete the ensemble.Ella’s mum Ola captioned the photo: “And here she is…..off to the Nursery!!! “It was a big day for our little Ella today and certainly a big day for Mummy and Daddy. “All I can say is that there were a lot of tears and not just from Ella,” she added.James and Ola’s followers sent supportive messages to the pair on what appeared to be an emotional day for the whole family. Sharon wrote: “Yes we have all been there.

Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan was "very nervous" ahead of performing on Strictly The Real Full Monty last year, according to Love Island star Demi Jones.Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, Demi, 23, spoke about her experience of learning to dance with James and his Strictly wife Ola Jordan while raising awareness of life-saving cancer checks by baring all.Last year took part in Strictly The Full Monty which saw a whole host of stars get their kit off to raise awareness for cancer.In the interview, the flame-haired Love Islander gushed over her time stripping off for the good cause last year.She said: "On the first day- they didn't actually show this on TV - but on the first day we had a dance and they put us in couples to try and get us used to each other."They put me with James and James said I was a complete natural!"Demi went on: "A Strictly professional said I was a natural on my first day, so I was absolutely buzzing, they're so amazing."However, Demi admitted that James and Jordan both had reservations about the dance having left the popular BBC dance show years before.She explained: "But again, they were also very nervous because they hadn't danced for such a long time, since they left Strictly."And obviously you're still getting naked, which is still the scariest part of the whole thing, really."The dancing is just that a little part of it because we're so worried about the final," Demi admitted.When asked whether she had Strictly on her radar, Demi revealed that she'd jump at the chance to appear on the BBC programme.She said: "Oh my god if Strictly Come Dancing come knocking I'd probably cry."I'd absolutely love to do it, I don't think they'd had a Love Islander before but hopefully in the future,

Strictly Come Dancing former dancer James Jordan has been diagnosed with shingles after falling ill on his recent holiday to Abu Dhabi. The reality star, 43, was on holiday with his dancer wife Ola Jordan, 39, and their two year old daughter Ella when he fell ill. James rushed to the doctors on their return home earlier this week to discover he was suffering with shingles.

James Jordan is no stranger to sharing his deepest feelings on social media and Wednesday was no different, as he took to Instagram to spread a little bit of happiness following the devastating news that The Wanted singer Tom Parker had passed away.MORE: James and Ola Jordan treat toddler Ella to holiday after health battle – exclusive videoAfter he posted his own heartfelt tribute for Tom, who suffered the same illness as his recently deceased father, the former Strictly star took to his Instagram for a second time but with a different message.WATCH: James' daughter Ella reach a very impressive milestone while at home in pyjamasCaptioning a heart-warming video of his daughter Ella, two, he said: "Had a heavy heart all day after the news about Tom…RELATED: James Jordan's fans rush to support him after heartbreaking post marks anniversary of dad's deathREAD: Ola Jordan reveals daughter Ella's mishap after birthday celebrations"And then this happened today and had to post because I’m a proud daddy and want to make you smile and hopefully warm your heart if you’ve had a bad day too. Big love all, remember life is short."A post shared by James Jordan (@jamesjordan1978)James took to his Instagram to pay tribute to Tom Parker in a heartfelt postIn the video, Ella was sat post-bath with wet hair and in her cosy pale pink pyjamas.

@Leachsie said: “I hope you but you got checked before you flew home as you have risked passing it chicken pox virus to others on your flight if you were at infectious stage unless you took precautions. “Watch out Ella doesnt get chicken pox over next few weeks.@Sweettrees61 said: “James ..i caught shingles last August....wouldnt wish it on anyone......“Its left its mark, all these months later,i still dont feel like the old me.....“Im tired ,lost enthusiasm for doing anything,and been told it can last for ages,although the rash goes,and the pain improves x.”The news follows on from last week, during which James discovered he was developing “a painful rash.”The star asked for fans’ advice at the time. The former Strictly professional said he had a “painful rash on one side of my back in my belt line".He added he had a similar pain on the thigh of his right leg, which wasn’t as bad. He then asked fans what they thought, speculating that it could be shingles. The dancer also considered that it might be a heat rash. 

James Jordan paid tribute to Tom Parker on Wednesday after The Wanted star tragically passed away aged 33. Tom had been bravely fighting an inoperable brain tumour since he was diagnosed with it in 2020. It comes after James' father Allan tragically passed away from a brain tumour in March 2021.

Ola and James Jordan have had their fair share of health scares with daughter Ella, two, this year and on Tuesday the doting mum revealed her little girl has had another (thankfully) smaller accident.RELATED: Exclusive: Strictly star Ola Jordan's fears for parents cast shadow over daughter Ella's birthday​​​​​​​After celebrating a wonderful Peppa Pig-themed birthday last week Ella told mum Ola's, 306,000 followers all about how she fell out of bed on Monday.Ella explaining her ordeal The adorable update appeared on Ola's Instagram stories. In the video Ola asks her daughter: "Ella what happened yesterday, did you fall out of bed?"MORE: Exclusive: Ola and James Jordan detail daughter Ella's illness: 'It's been horrendous'READ: James and Ola Jordan discuss: Ella sleeps with us...

Strictly Come Dancing following a rare compliment from one of the programme's former professional dancers, James Jordan.Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, the Love Island star, 23, spoke candidly about her experience stripping off while taking part on Strictly the Real Full Monty and discussed her new role as a judge for the Pour Moi Uplifting Women Awards.In 2021, the Love Island star stripped off on the ITV show to raise awareness of cancer.Former Strictly pros James and Ola Jordan oversaw the celebrities who were taking part and Demi revealed that at one point she was partnered with James.She said: "I'm not even going to blow my trumpet here."The first day, they didn't actually show this on TV, but the first day we had a dance.They put us in couples to try and get us used to each other."And they put me with James and he said I was a complete natural!"A Strictly professional said I was a natural on my first day, so I was absolutely buzzing, they're so amazing," Demi gushed.She went on to reveal that she'd love to take part in the hit BBC dance show in the future.Demi said: "I'd absolutely love to do Strictly."I don't think they'd had a Love Islander before but hopefully in the future, I can change their minds."But I haven't had a call since I did the Full Monty so maybe they weren't impressed by my dancing so far," she added.Demi bared all on The Real Full Monty following her brutal battle with thyroid cancer.The star was diagnosed with the potentially deadly disease back in May after developing a golf ball-sized tumour in her neck, leading to her undergoing multiple surgeries to combat it.Demi broke the news that she was cancer free on the ITV show to her co-stars but also shared it in a post on social media."I’M

Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan has taken to Instagram following his public Twitter spat with head judge Shirley Ballas, as he made a desperate plea for the conflict in Ukraine to end. Just days ago James, 43, and Shirley, 61, found themselves disagreeing over whether the Russian members of the dance community have spoken out about the war in Ukraine.In view of his 242,000 Instagram followers, James issued a plea for the conflict in Ukraine to end.While watching an interview on Sky News, the Strictly star weighed in with his thoughts.He could be heard saying: "It is such a shame that all men in Russia can't be like this one."He just said he's embarrassed for Russia and doesn't believe what's going on."Let's hope that people of Russia stop this b****y madness, please," he added.James' plea comes just days after he entered into a Twitter spat with Strictly's head judge, Shirley.

Strictly stars James Jordan and Shirley Ballas had a very public disagreement over the weekend after comments made by James relating to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.MORE: Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood talks Oti Mabuse exit: 'It's brilliant news'Shirley made it clear she had taken offence to James's comments about Russian dancers on the BBC show as she hit back on Twitter.WATCH: Ola and James Jordan take Ella shopping for her birthdayIt came after James tweeted about his perceived lack of action, writing: "I don't see many of the Russian dancers I know and have even shared the Strictly dance floor with them openly speaking out about the war against Ukraine.READ: Strictly's Kristina Rihanoff's fans share disappointment after Russian dancer clarifies Ukraine commentsMORE: Ben Cohen's ex-wife regrets explicit rant about Strictly's Kristina Rihanoff"But are still promoting themselves on social media - very disappointed. They know who they are - not 1 post about it." Shirley was among those to respond to James's commentsOne of James's followers took issue with her remarks, replying: "What an ignorant, thoughtless comment.

Former Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan, 43, has given an update on his daughter Ella, as he confirmed that it had been a “tough week” for their family.The star took to Twitter earlier in the week to ask his 304,500 followers for medical advice.Former Strictly Come Dancing professionals James and Ola Jordan, 39, share one daughter together, Ella, who was born February 27, 2020.Tonight, James took to social media to share Ella’s progress with his followers.“For all those asking Ella has finally made improvements and is starting to get better - been a bl***y tough week,” he wrote.“Mummy and Daddy are knackered too but so happy Ella is hopefully through the worst of it.”“Big love,” James added with a heart emoji.On Monday, the Strictly star first alerted his followers to the fact that something might be wrong when he asked for advice on how Ella might be able to keep her medicine down.James tweeted: “Hi guys, Anyone ever had a baby or child that every time you give them antibiotics whether on a spoon or syringe down the inside of their cheek they always throw up everything? (sic)“Then petrified every time you try to give it to them?“The whole thing’s a bit traumatic.

Natalie Cassidy had an incredible experience when she appeared in series seven of Strictly Come Dancing back in 2009.But there is one memory from the BBC competition that was particularly upsetting for the EastEnders star. During an appearance on the Ry-Union podcast with host Rylan Clark, 38-year-old Natalie reflected on her time on Strictly – and revealed one distressing interaction that really stood out to her.Natalie – who was partnered up with pro dancer Vincent Simone for the competition – shared: “I was about four stone bigger than I am now. “Vincent was quite little. And I remember one week, it was like, ‘Oh, we are going to do this dance, but you’re going to pick up Vincent.’ And I think about it now and I think, ‘Oh, that was out of order.

Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan, 43, has opened up about some trouble he has been having with his daughter, who turns two in a couple of weeks.The star took to Twitter to ask his 304, 500 followers for advice, and they happily obliged. Former Strictly Come Dancing professionals James and Ola Jordan, 39, share one daughter together, Ella, who was born February 27, 2020.Last night, James tweeted: “Hi guys, Anyone ever had a baby or child that every time you give them antibiotics whether on a spoon or syringe down the inside of their cheek they always throw up everything? (sic)“Then petrified every time you try to give it to them?“The whole thing’s a bit traumatic. Any suggestions?”People flooded the comment section with support and suggestions, including former Strictly celebrity star Doctor Ranj Singh, who said: “Mix it with a bit of jam!”James replied: “The yellow liquid with Jam? Thank you for replying.“She yaks up EVERY time and now cries and panics as soon as she sees it.“Would be easier to crush a tablet maybe into her yoghourt which she loves.Thanks again.” (sic)Former Dancing On Ice judge Jason Gardiner wrote: “My nan used to crush up medications and put them on a spoon with honey.

Strictly star wife Ola Jordan brought his car back in a considerably worse condition.

James Jordan is a fan of tattoos, with many covering his arms, but the star has just revealed his latest one – and it looks incredible.READ: Ola and James Jordan discuss: is it cruel to give kids bizarre names?The dancer headed to the Brothers in Arts tattoo parlour, which he has visited before for some of his other tattoos, to get the inking done, which was designed in tribute to his daughter Ella and his late father, Allan. James shared a glimpse of the design on his Instagram Stories as it was being done, with the final tattoo revealed to be an angel overlooking a design of Ella.WATCH: James Jordan unveils beautiful tribute to baby EllaSpeaking exclusively to HELLO! about the tattoo's meaning, he explained: "I'm having a tattoo done all day.

For anyone who’s worried about how they’re going to fill the Strictly Come Dancing-shaped hole in their lives before the next episode airs, fear not. Strictly The Real Full Monty, a twist on the original The Real Full Monty, is here to fulfil all of our dancing needs – and we can’t wait.

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Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan has issued an apology for "offending" people after swearing in his Instagram stories.The dance star, 43, uttered the offending word after stubbing his toe on a chair while filming his daughter Ella, who he shares with wife and former colleague Ola Jordan, 38.In a post from Thursday evening, James apologised in view of his 235,000 followers.He wrote: "Never had so many people in my DM's saying I made their day dropping the 'c' bomb in one of my videos when I stubbed my toe."Glad I can oblige," he added with a laughing face."Sorry if anyone was offended because I know it's a disgusting word," he finished.Yesterday, the star documented his day which started with him running 5K in the gym.After having

Ola Jordan, 38, and husband James Jordan, 43, both joined Strictly Come Dancing as professional dancers in 2006, with the former leaving the show in 2015.The mum-of-one stepped down from the dance contest two years after her husband hung up his dance shoes, but has now confessed she wished she had tried to conceive years earlier after enduring multiple rounds of IVF.Ola and James have been married for 17 years and welcomed their first baby together, Ella, last year, after three years of trying and one round of IVF.The star revealed: ”You don’t think you’re going to have to go through IVF until it doesn’t happen for a long time and you go, ‘Right there’s a problem, we need to look into it’."So I suppose I would try earlier.