Jeff Brazier was spotted arriving to support son Bobby at the Strictly Come Dancing final on Saturday evening.
The 44-year-old TV presenter was accompanied by youngest boy Freddie, 19, and his wife Kate Dwyer, but Jade Goody's mother Jackiey Budden, 66, was nowhere to be seen after she was banned from attending.
Jeff looked chic in a tweed blazer and scarf as he strolled arm in arm with his wife, who showed off her legs in a chic black mini dress.
Freddie also wore a tailored jacket over a crisp white shirt as a family, but in a unified front for Bobby's big night.
Jade mum Jackiey has an “absolute right” to watch her grandson in the Strictly final, her ex-husband told Web.
Jeff Brazier, 44, was spotted arriving to support son Bobby at the Strictly Come Dancing final on Saturday evening (pictured with wife Kate Dwyer and son Freddie, 19).
Jeff was joined by youngest boy Freddie, 19, and his wife Kate Dwyer, but Jade Goody's mother Jackiey Budden, 66, (pictured) was nowhere to be seen after she was banned from attending the show
Jack Tweed said Jade would want her mother to be in the studio to watch Bobby dance in one of the biggest television events of the year.
But Jackiey is banned because of an ongoing feud with Bobby's father Jeff Brazier – who she said was an idiot for nine years in an interview with Mail Online earlier this month.
She hasn't been on any of the Strictly shows and is expected to miss the final when Bobby takes to the stage with dance partner Dianne Buswell tonight.
EastEnders star Bobby will battle Layton Williams and Nikita Kumzin as well as Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola for the Glitterball trophy.
Bobby was the bookmakers' favorite to win Strictly but has since fallen behind Coronation Street star Ellie.
Jack, 36, who helped raise Bobby with his mother Jade before she died of cancer aged just 27, has now demanded that Jackiey be allowed to watch.
He told Web: “I think it's only right that Jackiey can get to the final.” She played a big part in Bobby's childhood.
“I know that’s what Jade would want. She would want peace and for everyone to get along.
Jeff looked chic in a tweed blazer and scarf as he strolled arm in arm with his wife, who showed off her legs in a chic black mini dress
Jade mum Jackiey has an 'absolute right' to watch her grandson in the Strictly final, her ex-husband told Web (Jackiey pictured at her daughter's grave on Wednesday)
Jack Tweed said Jade wished her mother was in the studio to watch Bobby dance in one of the biggest television events of the year (pictured by Jack and Jade in 2008).
EastEnders star Bobby Brazier declared his love for his dance partner Dianne Buswell after the pair ended up in the dreaded Dance Off on Sunday
“I know Jackiey can be open. She speaks before she thinks, and it was the same with Jade.
“That will never change and never has.” She is who she is and we all know that.
“But she has an absolute right to be there.” It would be very sad if she wasn't.
“At the end of the day, she's Bobby's grandma.” “Jackiey wouldn't claim to be perfect and never has.”
Jack urged Bobby to let them watch.
He added: “I think it’s the right thing to do.”
“I think there’s a good chance he’ll win on Saturday night and it would be really special if she could be there.”
When contacted on Friday, Jackiey declined to comment.
But she looked heartbroken as she visited Jade's grave at a cemetery in Epping Forest, Essex, earlier this week.
Jackiey sobbed as she polished the headstone and placed pictures of the reality star with Bobby and his younger brother Freddie, 19.
One of the pictures she placed on the grave showed Bobby and his dance partner Diane, 34, dancing on Strictly with the caption “Doing Jade proud”, while she also left childhood shots of the boys.
Because of her row with TV presenter Jeff, maternal grandmother Jackiey has been watching him from her home in Bermondsey, south London.
Tensions rose after Jackiey repeatedly slammed Jeff and called him a “s***” as he watched Bobby pick up a gong at the NTA and later in an exclusive chat with Web.
Speaking outside her home earlier this month, Jackiey ranted: “When I came to the NTA Awards I was loud and it was because of the drink and someone said, 'Oh I bet you're really proud' and 'How Are you coping?' “Jeff Brazier” and I said “he sucks”.
Strictly and EastEnders stars Bobby with dad Jeff after he wins an award at the NTA ceremony
Bobby was bookies' favorite to win Strictly but has fallen behind Coronation Street star Ellie Leach and her dance partner Vito Coppola
Jackiey at Jade's home in Essex with her grandchildren Freddie and Bobby in 2009
Jackiey cried as she spoke to her late daughter at her graveside this week
“The next minute I’m on the internet and in all the newspapers. When I came out of the O2 someone heard me saying it so they sold the story.”
When asked if and why she said that, Jackiey was annoyed: “Of course I said it.” I have no problem with (calling him that).
“He’s been fucked up for nine fucking years.
“Bobby doesn't need this stress on his head. 'He's my grandson.'
But Jack, who was married to Big Brother star Jade when she died, said his ex-wife would have been appalled by the comments.
He said, “Jade wouldn't want that.” She would just want peace for everyone. That's the most important.”
Unlike Jackiey, Jack, who now shies away from the spotlight and works for his father as an electrician, has a good relationship with Jeff.
He said: “I get along with Jeff.” “We're not close friends and we don't talk all the time, but it's all very polite and that's the main thing.”
Jack still keeps in touch with Bobby and Freddie, who he spent time with as children before their mother Jade died in March 2009.
He gushed: “Bobby is absolutely amazing.” I see a lot of jade in him. He has fantastic stage presence and lights up the room and the TV when he's on.
Bobby's grandmother Jackiey was banned from Strictly after a heated argument with his father Jeff Brazier (pictured: Jeff with Jade in 2002).
Jade and Jack outside their home in Waltham Abbey, Essex in February 2009
Jade and mother Jackiey when they appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2007
“He has that unique and cheeky personality that Jade had. “He's awesome and I'm very proud of him.
“It's the first time I've watched Strictly.” Jade would be over the moon to see him do so well and I'm sure he'll be on every show.
“It's great to see. She would be incredibly proud. When he was very young there was always music playing at home, Jade was always dancing and I'm sure he noticed some of that.
“He's always been a very confident boy and I can really see Jade in him.”
“He looks like her and acts as cheeky and endearing as her.”
“It lights up the room, you can tell.”
But Jack has warned Bobby about life in the spotlight after drawing on his own experiences and those of Jade.
Strictly Final 2023: The leaderboard
Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin
Favorite dance – Argentine Tango to Tattoo by Loreen –(10+10+10+10) = 40
Show Dance – Friend Like Me by Ne-Yo – (9+10+10+10) = 39
Judges' Choice – Quickstep to Puttin' On The Ritz by Gregory Porter – (10+10+10+10) = 40
Total: 119
Ellie Leach and Vito Coppola
Favorite Dance – American Smooth to Ain't That A Kick In The Head by Robbie Williams – (10+10+10+10) = 40
Show dance – Jennifer Lopez Megamix – (9+9+9+9) = 36
Jury Choice – Paso Doble to Insomnia by 2WEI – (9+10+10+10) = 39
Total: 115
Bobby Brazier and Dianne Buswell
Favorite dance – pairing choice for this woman’s work by Maxwell – (9+10+10+10) = 39
Show Dance – La La Land Medley – (9+10+10+10) = 39
Jury Selection – Samba to Young Hearts Run Free by Candi Staton – (9+10+10+10) = 39
Total: 117
The pair took part in Celebrity Big Brother in 2007 and Jack said “snakes” tried to approach Jade.
He described show business as a “tough game.”
He added: “I would advise Bobby to be careful, especially the more successful he becomes.”
“I know that he has good people around him, that he has a good head on his shoulders and that his father Jeff takes care of him.”
“It's very hard to trust people in this industry.” I've met people who were constantly trying to turn you in to get hold of you for their own gain.
“It's the nature of the animal.” Many people went behind Jade's back to make money off her.
“It’s about greed.” This world is full of snakes. Bobby, I'm sure he'll pay attention. It's a tough game and I told him that.
“Jade had a lot of fake people around her. They tried to be her friends, but they didn't care about her well-being at all.
“Bobby has to watch out for that. But he has good people around him and that's the most important thing.
“He has the world at his feet.”
STRICTLY COME DANCING 2023: THE PROFILES OF THE PARTICIPANTS
Layton Williams
Age: 28
Profession: actor
Layton says: “I'm absolutely delighted to confirm that I'll be taking part in the UK's most famous dance competition!” It's time to take it to the ballroom. I really enjoy learning new skills from the best. Bring on the sequins… ALL the sequins!'
Age: 22
Occupation: Coronation Street star
Ellie says: “It still doesn’t feel real that I’m going to be doing Strictly!!” It’s always been a dream of mine so I guess dreams really do come true!!!!”
Age: 20
Occupation: EastEnders star and model
Bobby said: “I'm so excited to be part of the Strictly line-up that I can't wait to start training like a professional dancer and add some moves to my repertoire.” “I'm excited “Looking forward to performing in front of everyone.”