What starts as a fairytale romance can sometimes end in chaos—especially when fame, secrecy, and betrayal get involved.
Chloe Strand thought she had found something special with EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick.
But now, she’s speaking out about what she calls deception, heartbreak, and a shocking double life that played out while Jamie was on Strictly Come Dancing and its nationwide tour.
A Romance That Began With Sparks
Chloe and Jamie’s paths crossed at a lively party at 100 Wardour Street in London back in March last year.
Jamie had been out with his friend and co-star Dean Gaffney, who first approached Chloe, but it was Jamie who ultimately caught her interest.
Things moved quickly. After connecting on social media, their flirtation blossomed into a full-on relationship.
By all accounts, Jamie seemed serious.
Chloe says he introduced her to his close circle, including his Strictly castmates and even his parents.
He gave her keys to his new home, talked about their future together, and even picked out names for the two dogs they planned to adopt.
To Chloe, it all felt real—until the curtain dropped.
Allegations of a Secret Second Relationship
According to Chloe, she was blindsided by the discovery that Jamie may have been romantically involved with another woman at the same time.
She says it was only earlier this month that a friend had dinner with the mystery woman—who revealed she and Jamie had reconciled and were “exclusive” as far back as August.
This was devastating news for Chloe, who believed she and Jamie had been together throughout that time.
“It’s like he was living a double life,” she reportedly told her friends.
“He said he loved me, promised me a future. Meanwhile, he was whispering sweet things to someone else behind my back.”
Vacation Lies and Broken Promises
The situation became even messier when Chloe learned Jamie had allegedly taken the other woman on a romantic getaway to Amsterdam—the same trip he had originally promised her.
Instead of a cozy couple’s escape, he told Chloe it was just a lads’ holiday.
She later found out the truth.
“I don’t know how he could be so cruel,” Chloe reportedly said.
“He made me believe I was his one and only. But I was just part of a lie.”
Dean Gaffney Allegedly Pulled Into the Drama
Chloe claims Jamie used Dean Gaffney as a go-between, trying to win her back after she started asking questions.
She alleges Dean sent voice notes on Jamie’s behalf, telling the other woman that Chloe was just a fling who didn’t matter.
But the women eventually connected and began sharing their stories—realizing they’d both been played.
A Sex Toy Video Adds Fuel to the Fire
As if the love triangle wasn’t enough, Jamie found himself in the center of a new scandal—this time involving a risqué video that made its way around the Strictly Come Dancing cast’s WhatsApp group.
In the clip, Jamie is seen holding a sex toy that was reportedly sent to him backstage by fellow contestant Wynne Evans.
Jamie laughed as he showed off the toy, filming Wynne—shirtless and rehearsing with Neil Jones—joking about the gift.
The footage, described as immature and inappropriate, was quickly condemned by BBC bosses.
Executives reportedly gave both men a stern warning, emphasizing that Strictly is a family show and their behavior was unacceptable.
Chloe Decides to Walk Away
The sex toy incident was, for Chloe, the final confirmation that she had made the right decision in walking away.
Though she kept their relationship under the radar and was only seen publicly with Jamie once in October 2024, sources close to her say she broke things off after the Strictly tour wrapped up earlier this year.
“She felt like he no longer had time for her,” a source told The Sun.
“Seeing that video just cemented her decision. Jamie acts like a boy in a man’s body—and she doesn’t have time for childish games.”
The Fallout and What’s Next
As of now, Jamie Borthwick hasn’t publicly responded to the allegations, and Chloe is reportedly keeping quiet, choosing not to give further comment to The Sun.
But the ripple effects of the scandal continue to play out.
Between relationship drama and the fallout from that backstage video, Jamie’s reputation may have taken a serious hit—both personally and professionally.
So, What Happens From Here?
Will Jamie address the situation publicly?
Can his career weather the storm from Strictly’s backstage chaos and the cheating accusations?
And what about Chloe and the other woman—will they continue to support one another through the aftermath?
Time will tell, but one thing’s for sure: behind the glitz of celebrity relationships, things can get complicated—fast.