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BBC Strictly Come Dancing star, Neil Jones, has shared an emotional life update with fans.

The dancer announced on social media that his beloved father has died.

Neil, 43, has been part of the hit BBC One dance show since 2016, joining alongside his then-wife, fellow pro Katya Jones.

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Sharing a string of black and white photos of his father, he said: "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

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