Strictly Come Dancing star Robin 'Bobby' Windsor has passed away age 44. The professional Latin and Ballroom dancer was last seen dancing on board cruise ship MS Bolette.
READ MORE: James Jordan and Susanna Reid lead tributes to dancer Robin Windsor after his death aged 44. For help, call Samaritans for free on 116 123 or visit samaritans.orgFormer Strictly Come Dancing professional Robin Windsor was found dead in a London hotel, it emerged last night, as his friends detailed his brave battle against mental health struggles and thoughts of suicide.
'I'm sure it was devastating for anyone who loves Robin to hear that, but those thoughts were in his head for many years... Too much pain, too much disappointment, too much neglect.' Meanwhile, a fan revealed how she came across Robin during a cha cha class, where he had agreed to dance with her because she did not have a partner. 'A gentleman - sending love to his friends and family,' she wrote in a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.
Dragons' Den star Deborah told fans about her mother meeting Robin in a post in late January, writing: 'Don't you just love it!' He also previously told how was left struggling to get out of bed after his relationship with his fiancé Davide Cine ended, he lost his job on Strictly and he had to pay a £100,000 tax bill - as his world came crashing down all at the same time.
'It was probably for health and safety reasons, in case something happened, but I was physically fit. One of my best friends Trent Whiddon, who replaced me to dance with Pixie Lott, I wanted to watch and support him, but it broke my heart.' The 'extremely talented' dancer spent last month entertaining holidaymakers by performing on a Fred Olsen Cruise and posted smiling selfies when the boat docked in South Africa.
Robin Bobby Windsor dazzles in a blue ensemble as he enjoys dancing on a cruise trip just weeks before his tragic death The talented dancer is seen performing on stage on the cruise ship where he entertained holidaymakers as they travelled the world Seven days earlier, the dancer had reposted a quote which said: 'Trauma teaches you to expect and accept the bare minimum. In this new season, may you adjust your standards and learn to receive the maximum. You are worthy. You are enough. You deserve overflow.'
Another added: 'So sad & shocked. Just a couple of weeks ago I was dancing in his arms for 90mins as I didn't have a partner in a cha cha cha class. A gentleman. A gentle man. A magical day for me. Sending love to his friends and family RIP.' Robin Windsor and Marcus Collins, a X-Factor finallist mentored by Gary Barlow. They had planned to marry but split in 2015
At the end of last month, he posted a video of him and his partner Gordana Grandosek Whiddon dancing with the caption: 'The show must go on'. After co-host Ed Balls announced the tragic news on Good Morning Britain, Reid told viewers: 'He was an absolutely remarkable dancer, strong so creative, he was just so enthusiastic about dancing. I just adored him. 'He was the most incredible personality. As soon as I danced with him there was something really special about it.'
Entertainment correspondent Richard Arnold also became overcome with emotion discussing Robin as he struggled to get his words outKristina Rihanoff and Robin Windsor during Strictly Come Dancing launch event at the BBC Studios back in 2011 Their statement read: 'Burn the Floor family has lost one of its founding members, Robin 'Bobby' Windsor - who has tragically passed away.
He got his TV break on Strictly in 2010 but was forced to pull out of the series in 2014 due to a slipped disc which left him paralysed for four days. While he never won the Glitterball Trophy, he came seventh with Patsy Kensit and Anita Dobson. 'Robin's dancing started from a very young age and never stopped. He lit up any room he walked into, he was a nurturing soul always full of fun.
'Robin has passed away in England. A generous, extremely talented dancer, full of energy, life and love.Tributes have poured in to Robin Windsor this morning, with Strictly's Amy Dowden describing him as a 'kind, talented soul' 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.
He wrote: 'I don't even know how to find the words to this post. I will dearly miss you Robin Windsor.'My deepest condolences go to your family and everyone who knew you! You were another one who was loved by so many but couldn't see it himself.
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