Strictly so long for Ola and James Jordan as they bid farewell to their ballroom friends at cast Christmas party

Enjoy the tour! Strictly so long for Ola and James Jordan as they bid farewell to their ballroom friends at cast Christmas party

By Georgina Littlejohn

Last updated at 3:39 PM on 20th December 2011


They were unceremoniously dropped from next year's Strictly Come Dancing UK tour after being told they 'wouldn't be needed'.

But even though Ola and James Jordan are still very party of the ballroom dancing show family, last night gave them the opportunity to wish their friends a Merry Christmas - and the best of luck on the tour.

The couple were one of many guests at the 'Post-Strictly/Pre-Midnight Tango Party' thrown by dancers Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace at the One for One nightclub in Mayfair, central London.

Loved - but no wanted: Strictly Come Dancing professionals Ola and James Jordan arrive at a party held by fellow dancers Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace where they wished them good luck on the upcoming show tour

Celebrity dancers from past and the most recent show were there as they toasted Christmas with a few drinks - and no doubt a boogie or two.

But the party also gave Ola and James the chance to say goodbye to their friends before they all head off on the Strictly tour next month.

Ola, 29, and James, 33, who have been married for eight years, were told last week that they would not be joining the tour, which kicks off in Birmingham on January 20.

The hosts: Dance partners Flavia Cacace and Vincent Simone held the party for their Strictly friends at a nightclub in Mayfair

James took to his Twitter page last Tuesday to tell fans he had received an email from tour bosses telling him and his Polish wife that they had been dropped.

He wrote: 'Myself and Ola will definitely NOT be doing the Strictly Tour! Just received an E-MAIL to say we are not needed!!'

According to sources, the reason they were not included in the 2012 tour is down to James and his behaviour behind the scenes.

I'm so proud of her: Queen's Brian May arrived with his wife Anita Dobson, who was partnered with Robin Windsor on this year's show

Say cheese! Brian took his camera out to snap some photos of his own

They said his bust-ups with show judge and tour director Craig Revel Horwood were the real reason the husband and wife team were left out.

One said: 'James's behaviour this year has been getting worse and worse. He has been throwing strops on live television and his behaviour has really annoyed show chiefs.

'This decision certainly came as a surprise to the Jordans - but bosses have thought James in particular needed a reality check for a long time.'

Glamorous: One of this year's contestants Nancy Dell'Olio and former celebrity dancer Louisa Lytton also attended

She's back! Former judge Arlene Phillips was also at the bash looking very seasonal in her animal print trim coat and chic black dress

A spokesperson for the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour said: 'Unfortunately, with 14 celebrities and 14 professional dancers in the Strictly Come Dancing television show it is simply not possible to take everyone on tour.

'The celebrity line up for the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour is not confirmed until quite late, largely due to the busy schedules of the celebrities and their existing commitments.

'Once the celebrity line up is confirmed, the tour is able to confirm the professional dancers accompanying them on the tour.

In the party mood: Dancer Robin Windsor and former celebrity contestant from last year, actor Jimi Mistry

Good friends: Vincent and Robin greet each other with a hug and a smile for the cameras

'Since the first tour in 2008 there have been changes to the line up of professional dancers and, on this occasion, Ola and James are not in the professional line up.'

Also attending last night's party were a mixture of professional dancers and celebrities from the last and past series.

Nancy Dell'Olio was there looking her usual glamorous self as well as former contestant and EastEnders star Louisa Lytton.

Anita Dobson, who was paired with Robin Windsor this year, who also showed up, arrived with her rock star husband Brian May, and former judge Arlene Phillips was also on the guest list.

Sexy: Ola in a her slinky catsuit dancing with celebrity partner, retired tennis player and TV presenter Andrew Castle

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Jessie J shows off her figure in ripped leggings and bondage-style top at Demons Never Die premiere

Do it like a nude: Jessie J shows off her figure in ripped leggings and bondage-style top at Demons Never Die premiere

By Holly Thomas

Last updated at 11:19 PM on 10th October 2011


She only stepped out without her now-famous cast for the first time last week when she rocked up at the MOBO Awards in a gothic gown.

And it seems Jessie J is still relishing the freedom to show off her figure in striking outfits.

The 23-year-old didn't disappoint as she arrived at the Demons Never Die premiere at the West End Odeon sporting a characteristically unusual ensemble.

Demon in the dressing room: Jessie J teamed a ripped pale turquoise pair of leggings with a nude T-shirt for her appearance at the Demons Never Die premiere in London

Original look: The 23-year-old didn't disappoint in her characteristically unusual ensemble, covering up in a fur coat outside the event

The singer showed off her slim pins in pale turquoise leggings, ribbed to expose her skin underneath and studded at the sides with colourful stones.

The top half was equally unusual, with a nude coloured T-shirt covered in straps from her leggings to further define her curves.

Mindful of the October chill, she also donned a gorgeous grey and white fur coat for some of her time on the red carpet, swirling around making 'demon' poses.

Not such a gruesome twosome: Jessie looked delighted to pose alongside fellow Brit singer Dionne Bromfield

She completed the colourful look with flat gold shoes - heels naturally still being out of the question considering her foot.

The Do It Like A Dude star embraced fellow singer Dionne Bromfield on the red carpet, and the pair looked delighted to pose arm in arm, hugging each other in front of the cameras.

Dionne wore a (rather less thematic) pretty white and silver dress.

Scared yet? Jessie roared at the cameras as she showed off her gorgeous white and grey furry coat

Also present was 28-year-old actress and model Margo Stilley, who wore black leather trousers teamed with a white T-shirt and furry waistcoat, showing off her slender legs.

Tara Palmer-Tomkinson showed up wearing an elegant combination of high-waisted black trousers with a cream blouse, carrying a Chanel quillted leather handbag.

EastEnders star Louisa Lytton teamed a multicoloured silk skirt with a black lace crop top and black bra for her red carpet appearance.

Centre of attention: Photographers were vying to get a shot of 15-year-old singer Dionne Bromfield

Pretty: Dionne's tiny dress showed off her long slender legs, accentuated with killer heels

Jessie has embraced life free of her cumbersome cast, turning up to the MOBO awards last week without it for the first time at a major event since she ruptured several tendons in her foot earlier this year.

After being nominated in five categories, the singer ended up being the big winner of the night, taking home Best Newcomer, Best UK Act, Best Album for Who You Are and Best Song for Do It Like A Dude.

Guest list: Elarica, Margo Stilley and EastEnders star Louisa Lytton were all in attendance

Accepting the Best Single award, Jessie J said: 'If you hear Do It Like A Dude at the party afterwards, do me a favour and get your d**ks out for me.'

Having recently appeared alongside Tulisa as an adviser on X Factor, Jessie has been announced as the first of four judges for BBC's The Voice.

''I'm excited to be a coach, inspiration and mentor and I jumped at the opportunity as it's all about The Voice,' she said of the decision.

Chic: Tara Palmer-Tomkinson teamed high-waisted black trousers with a creamy blouse for an elegant look

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White hot Imogen Thomas cuts a sleek appearance at UK Lingerie Awards

Looks like those yoga classes have paid off! White hot Imogen Thomas cuts a sleek appearance at UK Lingerie Awards

By Sarah Bull

Last updated at 9:45 AM on 8th September 2011


She's been battling to tone up and slim down, and has been spotted frequently attending Bikram yoga classes.

And it seems Imogen Thomas' bid to get into shape has paid off, as the 28-year-old star was seen showing off her newly-sleek figure in a curve-hugging white dress as she attended the UK Lingerie Awards last night.

Imogen teamed the pencil dress with a pair of matching white heels and a clutch bag, with her hair scraped back into a high ponytail.

Sleek: It seems Imogen Thomas' Bikram yoga sessions have been paying off, and the star was seen showing off her figure in a tight white dress last night

The former Big Brother star was joined by her celebrity friend Caprice at the awards, which took place at 1 Mayfair, as well as former Bill actress Louisa Lytton.

Before heading to the awards, Imogen tweeted: 'I'm @ the lingerie awards. Just ate some lush dinner :-) washed down with champers ;-) and water...hmmmm! Hope your all havin a good night x'

Imogen has been attending regular Bikram classes in a bid to get into shape ahead of the summer.

White hot: Imogen teamed the dress with a pair of matching heels and bag

Breathe in! Imogen appeared to be struggling slightly with the tight dress as she made her way home in a taxi at the end of the night

And the presenter is clearly thrilled with the results, showing off her toned stomach on various occasions in crop tops after leaving the gym.

Imogen has also been updating her followers on Twitter about how the exercise has been changing her figure.

Posting pictures of herself in her underwear, Imogen tweeted: 'I’m gonna post some photos to show u what bikram yoga does to your body.’

Getting into shape: Imogen has been frequently photographed leaving yoga over the past few weeks

Bikram Yoga is similar to traditional yoga techniques but sessions last for 90 minutes in a heated room of 40.6 degrees Celsius.

It is claimed to facilitate deeper stretching and prevent injury, while reducing stress and tension.

Another reason Imogen might be getting into shape could be because she is tipped to be appearing in Channel 5 reality TV show The Bachelorette.

Famous faces: Caprice and former Bill actress Louisa Lytton were also present at the awards

After Gavin Henson's success in the programme, bosses are keen to sign up Imogen for the female-led version of the series.

A source told the Daily Star: 'Imogen has what it takes to become one of our biggest stars. She looks great and the camera loves her. It will be TV gold.

'Gavin’s show has been a huge hit and it is only natural to make a Bachelorette version.'

Imogen has also been tipped to appear in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here, which begins in November.


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