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Strictly Come Dancing's Neil Jones Announces Father's Death on Instagram

His message drew condolences from co-stars alongside a wave of support from fans.

Overview

  • Jones posted on November 13 that he had said goodbye to his dad for the final time in an Instagram tribute.
  • The post featured black-and-white photographs and a note thanking “Wendy and everyone” for making the farewell a special day, ending with “RIP DAD.”
  • Supportive comments arrived from Strictly figures including Dianne Buswell, Motsi Mabuse, Ellie Leach, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, AJ Pritchard, James Jordan and Nancy Xu.
  • Reports focus on the social-media announcement and reactions, with no confirmed details shared about the cause of death.
  • Coverage notes recent family context, as Jones and fiancée Chyna Mills celebrated their daughter Havana’s second birthday in late October.