Neil Jones, a beloved star of Strictly Come Dancing cast, has recently shared some unexpected personal news, which saw his fans and show co-stars rush to support him
Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones has shared heartbreaking news with his followers this week.
The 43-year-old professional dancer revealed on Instagram that his father died, with a post he shared with fans on Thursday, November 13. Neil, who is in a relationship with Love Island star Chyna Mills, 26, posted a series of black-and-white photos of his dad as fans and fellow Strictly stars flooded the comments with messages of support.
He wrote: “Yesterday I said goodbye to my Dad for the final time, I thought I knew my dad but yesterday I realised I didn’t after hearing so many lovely & funny stories from family and his closest friends, I know he would be smiling looking down with a pint in his hand. Thank you Wendy and everyone for making it such a special day. RIP DAD.” His Strictly co-stars were quick to offer their condolences. Karen Hauer said: “Sending all our love Neil.” Diane Buswell expressed: “Jonsey sending you so much love.”
AJ Pritchard wrote: “Sending love.” James Jordan added: “Mate. I’m so so sorry for your loss – sending love.”
Nancy Xu commented: “Sending you lots of love.” Judge Motsi Mabuse also wrote: “So Sorry Neil.”
Fans joined in with heartfelt tributes, with one writing: “Im sorry for your loss. Sending you love and healing prayers.” A seconf fan said: “So sorry for your loss.” A third wrote: “So sorry to read this Neil! I hope you’re ok xxx.”
Neil has long been a part of Strictly Come Dancing after joining the beloved dance series in 2016. However, over the years, he hasn’t always been assigned a celebrity partner – including in the latest series.
Last weekend’s show saw the competition heating up once again. Former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison and her partner Kai Widdrington delivered the performance of the night with a fierce tango to The Fate of Ophelia by Taylor Swift, earning them the top spot on the leaderboard. Close behind were Love Island’s Amber Davies and her partner Nikita Kuzmin.
Unfortunately, Gladiators star Harry Aikines-Aryeetey and his partner Karen Hauer found themselves in the dance-off. They were pitted against La Voix and Aljaž Škorjanec, but the judges unanimously voted to save La Voix, making Harry the sixth celebrity eliminated from the series.
Meanwhile, fans have recently been delighted as it was announced on Thursday that four former contestants are set to returnto the dance floor for Blackpool week, Layton Williams, Ashley Roberts, Jay McGuiness, and Danny Mac.
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