Strictly’s Ola Jordan Accuses Ex James of Affair With Another Dancer — But Who Was at the Centre of the Alleged Betrayal?

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Strictly’s Ola Jordan Expresses Heartbreak Over Allegations Estranged Husband James Had Affair with Dance Partner

Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Ola Jordan revealed she is “utterly devastated” following claims that her estranged husband, James Jordan, had an affair with his new dance partner, Russian dancer Polina Mayer, stating that her “worst fears have been confirmed.”

Ola and James Jordan posing together at a Strictly Come Dancing event in 2011.

Cheating Allegations and Conflicting Timelines

  • The Infidelity Claims:
    • Reports emerged alleging that James Jordan, 48, engaged in an affair with 34-year-old Polina Mayer, with whom he has performed since 2024 on the Legends of the Dance Floor and The Legends in Vegas: After Hours tours.
    • Ola, 44, shared an exclusive reaction addressing the allegations, stating she felt blindsided and confirming: “My worst fears have been confirmed.”
      Strictly's Ola and James Jordan had split as couple announce they have called it quits after 22 years of marriage following trial separation
      The couple began dating in 1999 and tied the knot in 2003, announcing their split earlier this year (Picture: Ola Jordan)
      Editorial use only Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock (13047169l) Ola Jordan 'Loose Women' TV show, London, UK - 25 Jul 2022
      Ola says she found out the news in a phone call (Picture: TV/Shutterstock)
  • James Jordan’s Response:
    • A representative for James strongly disputed the accusation of marital infidelity and pushed back against the suggested timeline.
    • The spokesperson maintained that James and Polina only grew close in recent weeks following separations from their respective partners.
      Polina Mayer https://www.instagram.com/p/DPhBSbeCEMC/?hl=en&img_index=1

      James has allegedly struck up a relationship with fellow professional dancer Polina Mayer (Picture: Polina Mayer)

Marriage Breakdown and Background

  • The Timeline of the Split:
    • Ola explained that fractures began appearing after James embarked on the Legends tour in 2024, leading to prolonged periods apart.
    • James informed Ola of his intention to move out in late 2025, ultimately leaving their marital home in June 2026.
    • The couple publicly announced their separation in August 2026 after 22 years of marriage and a 26-year professional and personal partnership.
      Polina Mayer https://www.instagram.com/p/DGDqMe1oFQ0/?hl=en&img_index=2

      Polina’s ex Jamie Cutler is said to have called Ola and informed her about the alleged infidelity (Picture: Polina Mayer)

  • Co-Parenting and Impact:
    • The former ballroom champions share a six-year-old daughter, Ella, whom they conceived via IVF in 2020.
    • Ola expressed profound grief over losing both her husband and her longtime business partner in one blow, confirming their communication is now strictly limited to co-parenting their daughter.