Star dancer Robin Windsor took own life amid struggles

A recent inquest has concluded that dancer Robin Windsor died by suicide. The findings indicated that childhood trauma, coupled with professional and emotional vulnerability to rejection, significantly impacted his mental health. The coroner's court heard that the pressure of mounting debts, a lack of emotional maturity, and recurring heartache also contributed to his declining mental state.

Friends and co-stars testified that being dropped from the television show 'Strictly' was a major blow. Actress Lisa Riley, a former dance partner, noted his descent into depression following his departure from the show, alongside struggles with significant debts and failing relationships. An ex-boyfriend, Marcus Collins, stated Windsor's spirit was broken after learning he was no longer required for 'Strictly' in 2014, leading to compromised mental health and financial difficulties between 2016 and 2024.

Windsor, who partnered with notable personalities like Patsy Kensit and Anita Dobson on 'Strictly', reportedly left a note attributing his problems to losing his job on the show. His family released a statement acknowledging his death and expressing sincere gratitude for the kindness, compassion, and support received from everyone who has remembered Robin and marked his life with love. The coroner offered condolences, hoping the family could find comfort in the joy Windsor brought and the positive legacy he left behind.