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Strictly’s Ola Jordan Opens up Following Split From Husband James

Ola Jordan said life has changed in ways she never expected after the split, as she focuses on daughter Ella and support from fans.

  • On Friday, Ola Jordan, 43, posted a selfie with daughter Ella on Instagram, acknowledging that "life has changed in ways I never expected" following her separation from husband James.
  • Ola and James Jordan announced their separation in August after 22 years of marriage, with James moving out of the family home some time ago, describing the situation as "incredibly painful and emotional."
  • The pair became household names as Strictly Come Dancing professionals in 2006; before Ella was conceived through IVF, the couple shared their widely publicised three-year fertility struggle and miscarriage, described as "heartbreaking."
  • Focusing on "making memories" with Ella as her greatest comfort, Ola thanked followers who have "shown me kindness" or reminded her she is "not alone" during this period.
  • James recently appeared on This Morning, acknowledging "it's been a tough few years" between him and Ola, while the couple previously shared television appearances on shows including Celebrity Coach Trip.
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The Sun broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, August 28, 2026.
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