She endured a troublesome past few years thanks to her very public divorce from Karl Stefanovic.
But it seems Cassandra Thorburn, 47, is well and truly living her best life, having partied up a storm at an exclusive Dancing With The Stars after-party in Sydney on March 11.
Despite having been eliminated from the competition hours earlier, Cassandra looked anything but crestfallen as she partied the night away with her co-stars- including dance partner Marco de Angelis, 24.
Living it up! Cassandra Thorburn, 47, partied up a storm at an exclusive Dancing With The Stars after-party in Sydney on March 11
At one stage, the mother-of-three was even spotted stroking his face tenderly as they chatted and sipped drinks together.
The duo appeared to share a heartfelt conversation, with Cassandra even slinging a supportive arm around his shoulders.
Elsewhere during the festivities, Cassandra was spotted puffing on a cigarette and sipping from a wineglass while pulling a series of humerous facial expressions.
Getting cosy? At one stage, the mother-of-three was spotted stroking the face of her dance partner, Marco de Angelis, 24
Two peas in a pod! The duo appeared to share a heartfelt conversation, with Cassandra even slinging a supportive arm around his shoulders
Taking it in her stride! Despite having been eliminated from the competition hours earlier, Cassandra looked anything but crestfallen
Cigarette: Cassandra was spotted puffing on an unhealthy cigarette during the festivities
Cheers to that! Cassandra was also seen sipping from a wine glass as she chatted with her co-stars and VIP pals over a table laden with what appeared to be take-away sushi platters
She certainly appeared to be enjoying a colourful conversation as she poked out her tongue and grimaced playfully.
Meanwhile, the brunette, who recently claimed she’s in ‘the best shape of her life’, showcased her lean physique in a slinky black halter top with a cowl neckline.
She completed her look with a skin-tight pair of blue denim jeans that showcased her trim pins.
Having fun! She was also seen pulling a series of animated facial expressions while sitting around the table with her pals
Impersonating someone? She certainly appeared to be enjoying a colourful conversation as she poked out her tongue and grimaced playfully
Fresh from the stage! Sporting a bronzed complexion, the beauty appeared to still be wearing the stage makeup she wore during her live dance performance hours earlier
Sporting a bronzed complexion, the beauty appeared to still be wearing the stage makeup she wore during her live dance performance hours earlier.
Cassandra’s eyes were accentuated with a swipe of glittery pink eye-shadow and a set of dramatic faux lashes.
Her cheeks were also enhanced with peach-toned blush, while her lips were painted with a light pink hue.
Razzle dazzle! Cassandra’s eyes were accentuated with a swipe of glittery pink eye-shadow and a set of dramatic faux lashes
Just peachy! Her cheeks were also enhanced with peach-toned blush, while her lips were painted with a light pink hue
Later in the evening, Cassandra spent time mingling with DWTS co-star Olympia Valance, who arrived at the party in a pair of red leggings and a matching sports crop-top.
While the pair went head-to-head on the dance floor, Cassandra and Olympia appear to have formed a close friendship off-screen.
Indeed, as Olympia entered the party, Cassandra rushed over to greet her with a warm embrace.
All’s well that ends well! They may have been eliminated from the dance competition, but Cassandra’s friendship with Marco appeared decidedly strong at the after-party
Looking slick! Cassandra got up close and perseonal with her dance partner Marco, who looked dapper in a black tuxedo vest and white dress shirt
What’s so funny? Sharing a laugh, Cassandra and Marco were spotted leaning in to listen to a joke over the table
Also spotted in the fray was DWTS judge Sharna Burgess, who was hard to miss in her red-and-leopard print top.
Contestant Samuel Johnson, who has recently admitted to having ‘chemistry’ with Cassandra, was also spotted in the crowd.
According to New Idea, Cassandra wanted to leave the program twice, but her close bond with Samuel helped change her mind.
Not shy: Cassandra and Marco weren’t shy to get up close and personal, with Cassandra appearing to push a lock of hair back from her hunky dance partner’s face
Feeling happy! A beaming Marco was seen gazing into Cassandra’s eyes
Lady in red! Later in the evening, Cassandra spent time mingling with DWTS co-star Olympia Valance, who arrived at the party in a pair of red leggings and a matching sports crop-top
Friends first! While the pair went head-to-head on the dance floor, Cassandra and Olympia appear to have formed a close friendship off-screen
The whole gang’s here! Contestant Samuel Johnson, who has recently admitted to having ‘chemistry’ with Cassandra, was also spotted in the crowd
‘Cassie is doing it tough and has quit twice, but was convinced to stay,’ a source recently claimed. ‘Samuel has been instrumental in convincing her to stay.’
Throughout her three-week journey on the reality show, Cassandra was open about the struggles she faced in the wake of her split from ex-husband Karl Stefanovic.
A week prior to her elimination, the star reminisced on her marriage breakdown in an emotional pre-packaged segment.
Suddenly serious? At one point, Cassandra appeared to share a serious conversation with fame-haired DWTS judge Sharna Burgess
Won’t lose her in a crowd! Sharna was hard to miss in her red-and-leopard print top
You can take the man out of the dancefloor…! At one stage Marco was spotted puffing on an unhealthy cigarette while wearing a sparkly white tutu
Emotional journey: Throughout her three-week journey on the reality show, Cassandra was open about the struggles she faced in the wake of her split from Karl
‘It was the year I became a single parent, it was my lowest moment, I struggled to leave the house,’ Cassandra candidly confessed.
‘My girlfriends were helping me with groceries and all sorts of things,’ she further explained.
However, Cassandra claimed she has now fully recovered from the divorce – something she wanted to convey in her dance routine.
Candid: ‘It was the year I became a single parent, it was my lowest moment, I struggled to leave the house,’ Cassandra candidly confessed
Help from her friends: ‘My girlfriends were helping me with groceries and all sorts of things,’ she further explained
Back on top! However, Cassandra claimed she has now fully recovered from the divorce – something she wanted to convey in her dance routine
Haven’t sen the last of her! While she may no longer be starring on DWTS, Cassandra announced earlier this month she would be joining Studio 10 as a regular guest