Amanda's 'fears' over past affair

As Les Dennis is rumoured to have signed up for Strictly, new looks at how his ex-wife is coping as social media puts their split back in the spotlight

- Kenzi Devine

Recent photos posted by Amanda Holden suggest she hasn't a care in the world right now, enjoying luxurious and well-earned breaks away with her family - but all that could be about to change.

Big news concerning a rather famous ex of hers is said to be casting a shadow over her holiday happiness.

The Britain's Got Talent judge is said to be "haunted by her past" since it emerged that her former husband, comedian Les Dennis, has reportedly signed up for this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Amanda's marriage to Les ended after her affair with actor Neil Morrissey came to light in 2000. So last week, when it was reported that Corrie alumni Les, 69, is heading to the famous BBC dance floor, people were quick to react on social media, warning of the potential fallout for Amanda.

"I was so sad at the way Les was treated by Amanda Holden. She just used him to get famous and then broke his heart. Lovely chap who I hope does well in Strictly," said one concerned poster.

Another remarked: "Amanda Holden will be dragged through the mud for months while Strictly is on because of the heartless way she treated lovely Les."

Now a source tells new that Les' quest to lift the glitterball trophy is troubling Amanda and threatening to tarnish her glossy image.

"She's embarrassed that people are highly likely to be talking about her and Les again if he graces our screens on Strictly," says our source. "She also fears that the scandal of her affair will be dredged up once more. She didn't behave well in that situation or come off positively, so it's not something she wants dug back up.