Robin Windsor death: Strictly Come Dancing star dies ‘tragically’, aged 44
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “A BTF journeyman, he danced with us for 20 years – including Broadway, the West End and all our crazy adventures around the world.” open image in gallery Robin Windsor has died, aged 44, leading to tributes from former dance partners and fellow pros The statement continued: “His talent, attitude, energy and personality helped create the Burn the Floor stage reputation. It was a heartbreaking decision but I had no choice.” open image in gallery Robin Windsor was partnered with Lisa Riley on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ in 2013 He said that, should he have suffered the slipped disc while he was dancing, he “could have ended up with permanent nerve damage and been in a wheelchair”. open image in gallery Kristina Rihanoff and Robin Windsor during a ‘Strictly’ launch show Most recently, Windsor appeared on stage for the Moulin Rouge tribute show Come What May. open image in gallery Robin Windsor performing with Patsy Kensit on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ As well as dancing, Windsor was known for his charity work, raising awareness for male cancer and LGBTQ+ equality.
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