Robin Windsor reportedly reached out to his co-star Graziano Di Prima shortly before he tragically died at the age of 44. The Strictly star's death was announced last week followed by masses of tributes to the beloved late dancer.
22.02.2024 - 19:49 / dailyrecord.co.uk
BBBC Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor's family have spoken out with a touching message after his tragic death. They expressed their gratitude for the volume of love and support from friends and fans for the Strictly favourite.
Robin died on Tuesday at the age of just 44 and tributes have been pouring in for the star. Those closest to him and his loyal fanbase from his time on Strictly have expressed their deep sadness at such a huge loss.
His family told the Mirror: "We would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and celebration of our beloved Robin. While we understand that there is a huge public and media interest around his passing, we as a family need time to process our shock and grief. We ask for the needs of our family and friends to be taken into consideration and for our privacy to be respected at this difficult time."
Robin was loved by many on Strictly Come Dancing since he started in 2010. He danced with Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson, Lisa Riley, and Deborah Meaden. Susanna Reid, who danced with him on a Strictly Children in Need special, broke down in tears as she announced the news of his death.
Former X Factor star Marcus Collins, who was in a relationship with Robin for 18 months, mourned his late partner on Instagram, saying "the world just got a lot less sparkly".
Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley also shared a raft of photos of herself and Robin as she paid tribute online, telling her followers: "My Bestie, My Robin, My Angel.......now our forever Angel, who is loved, will always be loved, forever in my heart......my very broken heart, I love you, shine your beautiful, electric energy from heaven. SHINE IN PEACE."
Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood posted on Twitter (X): "I have just heard the
Robin Windsor reportedly reached out to his co-star Graziano Di Prima shortly before he tragically died at the age of 44. The Strictly star's death was announced last week followed by masses of tributes to the beloved late dancer.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Graziano Di Prima has shared how his friend Robin Windsor asked him for help, due to the physical pain that he was in before he passed away. Robin's death was announced last week and many people paid tribute to the late dancer, including his fellow Strictly pros, ex partners and fans worldwide.The well-liked star was found dead in a London hotel, after he had told a friend about a "troubling incident" that happened over New Year. Now, Graziano has spoken about his friend, calling him "so strong", and talked about how far Robin would go to perform on stage - he remembered a time when Robin was in terrible pain and was 'shaking' because of it.
Amy Dowden paid tribute to fellow BBC star Robin Windsor and said he “made the whole room light up”.
Amy Dowden opened up about the loss of Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor as she spoke of the 'big impact' the tragic news had on both past and present stars of the show.
Robin Windsor's family have shared a touching message following the sad news of his death.The former Strictly Come Dancing star passed away at the age of 44, with his death being announced in the early hours of Tuesday Morning. His family have since thanked friends and fans for the outpouring of love following the news of his death.
The family of Robin Windsor have spoken for the first time since the former Strictly Come Dancing star's death was confirmed. Tributes have poured in for the dancer after it was confirmed he had died, aged 44.
Before his sad passing former Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor took a 'dream trip' to Cape Town as a way to distract himself. Robin, 44, was found in a London hotel room just days after coming back from his trip. No official details regarding Robin's death have yet been announced.
It's been reported that former Strictly star Robin Windsor was found dead in a London hotel room.
Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington has shared his own heartbreaking memory of Robin Windsor following his tragic death. It was confirmed on Tuesday (February 20) that the dancer had tragically died, aged 44, ten years after he had to leave the BBC One show over a back problem.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan has been supported by fans as he told them he'd suffered a 'horrible day' that resulted in a hospital dash with his young daughter.
Strictly Come Dancing star Lauren Oakley has told how she's grateful for her recent time with the late Robin Windsor following his tragic death. The professional dancer had recently lived with the show's former star as she took part in the 2023 run of the dance contest last year.
Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has continued to be flooded with support and heartfelt messages as she grieves the loss of her Strictly Come Dancing star friend Robin Windsor after news of his death.
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor was reportedly found dead in a London hotel and, while the cause of his death is yet to be confirmed, close friend Kristina Rihanoff opened up about his "health struggles and thoughts of suicide".The Daily Mail reported that Robin was found in the hotel just days after he returned to London. OK! has contacted Robin Windsor's representatives for comment.
Robin Windsor was in "excruciating pain" before his death, according to his friend and former dance partner Kristina Rihanoff.Taking to Instagram after news of his shock passing, Kristina penned an emotional tribute to Robin, sharing that he had still been struggling after sustaining an injury a number of years ago. Sharing a black-and-white snap of herself and Robin, Kristina wrote: "There is no words to express the pain and devastation.
Lisa Armstrong, who makes the stars of Strictly Come Dancing look fabulous with her makeup and hair skills, has opened up on the heartbreaking death of Robin Windsor.
James Jordan has shared that he's had a "truly horrible day" as he and his wife Ola have had to rush their daughter Ella into the hospital, just hours after discovering that his friend and former Strictly Come Dancing co-star Robin Windsor has sadly passed away. Taking to Instagram, James shared a photo of his daughter, which he captioned: "What a truly horrible day - from Ella throwing up in the early hours of the morning from coughing so much again.
Lisa Armstrong has shared her reaction to the news of professional dancer Robin Windsor's tragic death today, telling fans that she's "absolutely devastated" by the news. The Strictly Come Dancing head makeup artist and hairdresser, who has worked on the show for 15 years, has known the late star for more than a decade as he was part of the team from 2010-2014. Following the announcement that Robin had sadly passed away at the age of 44, the 47 year old creative posted on her Instagram to mark the heartbreaking moment.
Former Strictly Come Dancing star Aljaz Skorjanec has issued a plea to fans as he was supported by Gemma Atkinson over his heartbreaking loss. The BBC One show's family of past and present dancers and celebrities have been paying tribute following the death of Robin Windsor.
Strictly Come Dancing's professional dancer Robin Windsor, whose death was announced on Tuesday, 20 February, recently revealed that leaving the hit show "wasn't my choice", saying it "broke his heart".The professional dancer, who was just 44 when he passed away, had to quit the BBC series after suffering a back injury that required surgery. Before being replaced by his friend Trent Whiddon, he performed one dance in the 2014 series with Pixie Lott and was then brought back to perform with This Morning's Alison Hammond in the 2015 Strictly Christmas Special.
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor spoke about 'hiding' and 'darkness' in his final Instagram post, weeks before his tragic death at the age of 44. Just three weeks before he died, Robin shared a very moving last picture on Instagram where he was dressed all in black and standing against a dark wall, along with the caption: "Hiding in the shadows". The sad news about Robin's passing was shared by the dance group Burn The Floor on Facebook early Tuesday morning, where they said: "The Burn the Floor family has lost one of its founding members, Robin 'Bobby' Windsor - who has tragically passed away." They remembered him as someone who danced with them for twenty years.