February 20, 2024, 08:24 | Updated: February 20, 2024, 08:57
Robin Windsor has died at the age of 44.
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Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor has died at the age of 44, as his devastated co-stars pay tribute.
A professional dancer, he has partnered with celebrities such as Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson and Deborah Meaden, and was runner-up in the 2012 series with Lisa Riley.
He also appeared in the 2015 Christmas special alongside Alison Hammond.
Robin, also known as Bobby, appeared on the show from 2010 to 2015.
Robin’s co-star James Jordan said: ‘It’s been a pleasure working with this man on Strictly for many years.
“Everyone he came in contact with, from his celebrity partners to his business associates, loved him. He will be missed as an old friend.”
Shocked co-stars paid tribute to Robin.
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“He is a BTF journeyman and has danced with us for 20 years, including Broadway, the West End and crazy adventures around the world,” Burn the Floor, the ballroom dance group that Robin co-founded, said in a statement. Ta.
“His stunning images coupled with Jessica Raffa have defined our company’s colourful, extreme and sensual image.
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“His talent, attitude, energy and personality helped create Burn the Floor’s stage reputation.
“He left a void in our hearts that will never be filled, but our wonderful memories will remain forever.”
Robin’s friend and Burn the Floor founder Harley Medcalf said: “We have lost a beautiful friend, Robin Windsor Bobby, who was one of the founding members of the Burn the Floor family.
Robin appeared alongside celebrities such as Deborah Meaden.
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“Robin passed away in England. She was a generous and extremely talented dancer, full of energy, life and love.
“His stage presence defined Burn the Floor Company. Whenever we visited London, Robin was always the first to call us and we were always there to cheer and celebrate. They laughed and cried.
💔💔💔My best friend, my Robin, my angel…now our eternal angel, the beloved will be loved forever, forever in my heart…my very Broken heart, I love you, let your beautiful electrical energy shine through heaven. 💔💔💔 Shine in peace💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/VFG47YluHt
— Lisa Riley (Bluetick) (@Reallisariley) February 20, 2024
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“In the attached photo, a very emotional Robyn has just left the stage after her final performance on the Burn the Floor Reunion Tour in Birmingham in 2022.
“Our hearts are broken. He will be greatly missed by all of his friends, family and fans around the world.
Robin began studying dance at the age of three in Ipswich.
She was previously engaged to Davide Cini, but they later broke up. He also dated Marcus Collins, who was a contestant on Strictly.