James and Ola Jordan have been forced to postpone their dance tour.

James and Ola Jordan

James and Ola Jordan

The former 'Strictly Come Dancing' professionals were set to hit the road in less than two months' time for their UK shows 'James and Ola Uncensored' but they've had no choice but to push back the dates after the 39-year-old hunk underwent an operation.

The couple said in a statement released to The Sun Online: "We are devastated that James' operation has caused us to postpone our tour as we were both so excited to dance together again for you all. We are so sorry to be letting so many people down, not only those who purchased tickets but all the cast and people that have helped work on the show to create something special. We hope you understand that health always comes first and hope for your continuous support in any of our future endeavours."

James unfortunately suffered an injury while rehearsing for the tour and, although doctors have told him that he is on prolonged rest, he's expected to make a recovery.

The injury comes just months after the couple teased that their tour would be "hot."

James told BANG Showbiz: "There still will be the glitz and glamour of 'Strictly' in it but you are also going to have access which others won't. It's based on our story, our life story through dance. We have seen shows going down the 'Fifty Shades of Grey' route but we obviously won't be going down the sexy/kinky route but we will be more edgy and sexier. It's going to be a hot, steamy show."

Ola, 35, added: "We've both got itchy feet because we have been dancing every year for the past 10 years but because now we have the freedom to do what we want in the tour and being called 'Uncensored' I just think we are going to be able to be a little bit more risky and push the boundaries a bit.

"So we are quite excited to be dancing with each other doing what we want to again."