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Joe Swash’s unfortunate comment to James Jordan as he announces his father has terminal cancer

The unwitting presenter left a rather bizarre response

Dancing On Ice winner Joe Swash has been slammed after leaving a strange comment on James Jordan’s Instagram.

The telly presenter, 38, left a rather awkward response after James, 42, announced his father has terminal cancer.

James addressed his 226,000 Instagram followers with the heartbreaking news.

He explained that he initially thought his father, William, had suffered a stroke.

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Former Strictly pro dancer James Jordan announced his heartbreaking family news on social media (Credit: ITV)

However, after extensive medical tests, it was revealed that he has incurable cancer.

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James’ post continued: “It was what I had dreaded, my dad has a tumour and after having a biopsy it’s come back that it’s an aggressive cancerous one.

“It was what I had dreaded”

“The worst kind unfortunately. We have been told that it’s not advisable to operate because of where the tumour is and wouldn’t actually make that much difference even if they could.

“The end result is, it’s terminal.”

Joe responded by remarking how much better William is apparently looking.

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Joe Swash left the following comment on James Jordan’s Instagram post (Credit: Instagram @realjoeswashy)

He wrote: “This vid is amazing!! It So good 2 see your dad doing better xxxxx.”

“This vid is amazing!!”

Several of James’s fans worried if Joe hadn’t read the post, and instead simply watched the video component.

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In the video William is shown playing with James’ bay daughter, Ella.

One user commented: “Joe I think you best read what James has written.”

Another remarked: “I’m sure you’d never mean to cause offence but his Dad isn’t doing better, quite the opposite if you read the post.”

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And a third explained: “Mate his dad is really poorly.”

And a fourth elaborated: “His dad isn’t “doing better” he has just been diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour. Read the post properly….”

Meanwhile many other celebrities offered their condolences and support to James.

Peter Andre posted: “So sorry mate. Please stay strong. Here if you need us.”

Coleen Nolan wrote: “Oh god James i’m so so sorry! Thinking of you all ! I have Everything crossed for you in finding someone to help! Sending the biggest virtual hug possible! xxxx.”

Nicola McLean commented: “I’m so sorry sending all my love to you all.”

And his former Strictly colleague Shirley Ballas commented: “I’m soooo sorry thinking of you all at this time.”

*ED! has contacted Joe Swash’s representatives for comment.

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Nancy Brown
Associate Editor