DISGRACED EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick has returned to social media after a night out with his co-stars amid his suspension from the soap.
The actor – who plays Jay Brown in the BBC soap – was suspended by bosses earlier this year after The Sun revealed he had used a derogatory slur about disabled people while on Strictly Come Dancing last year.
But over the weekend he reunited with co-stars Tony Clay and Natalie Cassidy without a care in the world as they enjoyed watching Oasis at Wembley.
Beaming from ear to ear, Jamie looked to be having a great time in a series of posts marking his return to social media, as he sang along to the Gallagher brother’s reunion concerts.
It comes as he remains suspended from the soap for use of a slur during an appearance on last year’s Strictly.
Last month Jamie launched a last ditch bid to save his job.
The EastEnders star, who joined the soap in 2006, said in a public apology: “I am deeply sorry for any offence and upset my words and actions have caused.
“It is no excuse, but I did not fully understand the derogatory term I used and its meaning.
“That is on me completely. Now I am aware, I am deeply embarrassed to have used the term and directed it in the way I did. It was wrong.
“When I made the video, I was excited and caught up in the moment. Again, that is no excuse.
“But my regrettable actions are not a true reflection of my views, or who I am.
“I enjoyed every minute of my time in the Blackpool Tower Ballroom and the town itself.
“The people of Blackpool have always been amazing with the Strictly crew, dancers and cast members.
“I know they will be again for this year’s show and those in years to come. I am truly sorry.”
The BBC said his language was “entirely unacceptable and in no way reflects the values or standards we hold and expect”.
Disability charity Scope told The Sun Borthwick should reflect on what he said and educate himself.
“We hope he takes the opportunity to get to know the reality of disabled people’s lives,” said the organisation’s media manager Warren Kirwan.
