The ex-fiance of 's head judge was photographed among the mourners in for 's funeral.

The iconic singer was laid to rest amidst her family and friends alongside her sisters Anne, Maureen, 's and Denise.

St Paul's Church in the Lancashire town will filled with notable personalities, including Charlotte Dawson, daughter of famed comedian Les Dawson, Lee Brennan of the pop group 911, star Jodie Prenger, and Chuckle brother Paul Elliott.

Danny was also in attendance after previously working with Linda and seemingly remaining good friends.

The pair had starred in the 2006 West End production of Blood Brothers together until Linda pulled out to undergo treatment following her breast cancer diagnosis.

Danny was spotted walking arm-in-arm with a mystery redhead just two months after parting ways with Strictly's Shirley.

In photos obtained by , the glamorous woman appeared to offer him emotional support as they linked arms and leant on one another before entering the church.

The pair looked solemn as Danny looked smart in a classic black and white suit, while his companion donned a chic black coat with a fur-trimmed collar, pointed black heels and sheer black tights.

Express Online has contacted Shirley's representative for comment.

After Linda's death was announced, the actor hailing from Liverpool shared a tribute to her, remembering her as a mother figure for him during his time in the industry.

The devastated star wrote: "My dear showbiz mam and friend who like many I absolutely loved and adored.

"An absolute force of nature with the DNA of the role of Mrs Johnstone running through her veins which she made so brilliantly her own."

Danny added that Linda was: "Feisty, loyal, funny, inspirational and much more with bigger balls than any fella I've ever known.

"My thoughts are with her glorious sisters, family and pals that are grieving her loss right now. One in a million but at least your back with your beloved Brian and of course Bernie.

"Thank you for being there xxxx Love and miss you already. So so sad ..YNWA," he concluded.

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