Strictly dancers Ola and James Jordan separate after 23 years of marriage
The professional dancers, who married in 2003, both spent several series on the BBC programme.
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"This has been an incredibly painful and emotional journey for us both and it certainly wasn't an easy decision."
— Ola Jordan , Celebrity
"It is with great sadness that I can confirm that James and Ola began a trial separation some time ago."
— Vickie White , Executive
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The professional dancers, who married in 2003, both spent several series on the BBC programme.
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