Jay Blades has been charged with engaging in ‘controlling and coercive behaviour’ as he appeared in court today months after his split from his wife.
It comes just months after The Repair Shop star’s estranged wife Lisa announced their split earlier this year.
On Friday (September 13), the TV star, 54, appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates Court, according to West Mercia Police.
Jay Blades in court
West Mercia Police said Blades was bailed to appear at Worcester Crown Court on Friday, October 11.
In a statement, the force said: “Fifty-four year-old Jason Blades of Claverley in Wolverhampton has been charged with controlling and coercive behaviour.
“He appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates Court this morning (Friday 13th September) and has been bailed to appear at Worcester Crown Court on Friday 11th October.”
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Jay Blades’ wife
In May, Jay’s estranged wife Lisa announced that she and the TV presenter had split.
She reportedly said online at the time: “I don’t know how to say this because it’s still really raw. I probably should be really angry but I’m just incredibly sad about the whole thing right now.
“I don’t think I’ve ever cried so much.”
She continued: “I will admit I’m crying as I type this as I can’t believe this is even real. I hope you don’t mind if I just have a few days trying to figure out my life as I’m currently in a spare room with a few essentials.
“I don’t know what else to say. All my love, A very broken Lisa-Marie.”
They had married in Barbados in 2022. Blades presents shows including The Repair Shop, Money for Nothing and Jay Blades’ Home Fix.
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This year, he presented David & Jay’s Touring Toolshed alongside Sir David Jason. He also hosted Channel 5’s Jay Blades: The West End Through Time.
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