Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor dies ‘tragically’, aged 44

Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor dies ‘tragically’, aged 44

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Former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Robin Windsor has died, aged 44.

Windsor joined the BBC dancing competition in 2010, and participated in four series up until series 11 in 2013. His celebrity partners during his time on the show were Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson, Lisa Riley and Dragon’s Den tycoon Deborah Meaden.

His highest placement arrived with actor Riley, with the pair finishing fifth in 2012.

News of Windsor’s death was announced by the dance company he founded, Burn the Floor, who said the dancer had “tragically passed away”.

Burn the Floor wrote on Facebook: “The BTF family has lost one of its founding members, Robin ‘Bobby’ Windsor – who has tragically passed away.

“A BTF journeyman, he danced with us for twenty years – including Broadway, The West End and all our crazy adventures around the world.”

The statement continued: “His talent, attitude, energy and personality helped create the Burn the Floor stage reputation. He leaves a void in our hearts that will never be filled, yet our wonderful memories will stay forever.”

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