Jamie Borthwick
Jamie Borthwick is a British actor best known for his long-running role as Jay Brown in the BBC soap opera EastEnders, which he joined in 2006. Over the years, he has garnered acclaim for his performances, earning awards such as a British Soap Award for best dramatic performance. In addition to his work on EastEnders, Borthwick participated in the 20th anniversary series of Strictly Come Dancing, where he faced controversy after being suspended for using a slur against people with disabilities during rehearsals.
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Recent news mentions
EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick was suspended by the BBC in June after The Sun reported that he used a slur against people with disabilities while backstage during Strictly rehearsals in November.
BBC launches investigation into Strictly Come Dancing 'drug use'
United Kingdom· 2025-08-03
Jamie Borthwick has been suspended by the BBC after using a slur against people with disabilities on the set of Strictly Come Dancing.
EastEnders star suspended over 'unacceptable' languageUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-07
