Robin Windsor's ex boyfriend breaks his silence after Strictly star's shock death: X Factor's Marcus Collins says the world is 'a lot less sparkly' in heartfelt tribute

Robin Windsor's ex boyfriend has paid tribute to the late dancer after his shock death aged 44. Robin Windsor's ex boyfriend Marcus Collins has paid tribute to the late dancer after his shock death aged 44, saying the world is a 'lot less sparkly' At the time, Windsor explained: 'Marcus tweeted me to say "You’re looking really good, well done!" Strictly Come Dancing stars came together on Tuesday to express their shock and heartbreak at Robin's tragic death Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood shared a heartfelt tribute, writing: 'He was one of the kindest, gentle, honest, funny and caring people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing' Riley - who was partnered with Windsor when she competed on Strictly in 2012 - shared a collage of pictures with the late dancer as she paid tribute to her 'bestie' James Jordan also paid tribute to the late dancer Karen Hauer, 41, shared a series of snaps of the dancer on Instagram, writing: 'I’m Heartbroken. RIP' Alongside a selfie with the late dancer, Amy Dowden, 33, expressed her shock at the news Neil Jones revealed it was 'always a joy' to be around the late dancer Graziano Di Prima was left in a state of shock at the news and shared a selfie with the star Performance arts theatre Burn The Floor, where Robin danced for 20 years and was a founding member, said there is a 'void' in their heart since the tragic passing. Performance arts theatre Burn The Floor, where Windsor danced for 20 years and was a founding member, said there is a 'void' in their heart since the tragic passing Fans and friends flooded X with tributes to the late dancer as they expressed their upset Windsor's spokesperson told MailOnline: 'It is with deep sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of our beautiful Robin.