Bunton mourns after partner's dad dies

By Daniel Kilkelly, Entertainment Reporter

Rex Features

Emma Bunton is said to be "devastated" after the father of her partner Jade Jones died on Christmas Day.

According to The Mirror, Jones's dad suffered a fatal heart attack while celebrating the festive season with family and friends in his native Jamaica.

It is thought that Jones and Bunton were later informed about the news in a phone call to their home in Barnet, Herts.

A source said: "The family are devastated and still in mourning. Both Jade and Emma are shell-shocked. Jade's father was on holiday with his family when he suffered a heart attack on Christmas morning. The family have asked for their privacy to be respected during this sensitive time."

Former Spice Girl Bunton was recently announced as a new judge for ITV1's Dancing On Ice, which launches on Sunday.