How Strictly's Popular Dancers have actually Wound Up In Debt

For viewers tuning into BBC's megahit Strictly Come Dancing, they would be best in presuming that its stars must be earning a significant fortune.

Whether it be the tireless hours of training, or being an on-screen component for weeks on end, the show's professional dancers have actually assisted make the series a fascinating watch throughout the autumn months.

However, while it has actually been assumed that Strictly specialists must make a pretty cent, and years of success, through their time on the program, for most it's a completely different story.

Pros who have bid farewell to the Strictly dancefloor recently have actually shared their battles with stacking financial obligations and money issues, with some even dealing with the possibility of losing their homes.

Recently, Ben Cohen and Kristina Rihanoff end up being the most recent stars to be struck by the infamous 'Strictly curse' after their 12-year love ended in heartbreak. MailOnline then revealed it was the extreme monetary problems they had actually just recently experienced are thought to have actually been behind their split.

MailOnline peels back the shine behind Strictly stars' paychecks to reveal the truth about how for numerous, the cash stops as quickly as the ballroom lights go dark ...

Kristina Rihanoff

How Strictly's popular dancers have ended up in debt - as Kristina Rihanoff's financial difficulties are blamed for split from Ben Cohen (envisioned on the show in 2013)

Kristina formerly appeared on Strictly as a professional from 2008 to 2015, making headlines when she began a love with her star partner Ben Cohen.

However, in 2015, the couple shared worries that they could lose their home after being hit by money woes, with Ben laying bare their financial issues in court.

The level of the couple's struggles were laid bare in uncommon situations - throughout a court appearance last September when Kristina, 47, was captured driving without insurance.

Giving evidence during the case, England World Cup winning rugby star Ben, 46, confessed he had bungled the handling of their automobile insurance policy and told how he was 'fighting to save his relationship and home'.

A good friend of the couple informed the Mail he stated: 'The previous 6 months have actually been hell for them and it has torn the love they had apart. For the sake of their household, they have chosen to go forward as different individuals.

'Those near to them who know them as a couple had actually hoped they would be able to work things out however for now it's over and it looks like there's no going back.'

The couple were entrusted crippling financial obligations after they tilled every cent they had into a yoga studio which plunged into crisis throughout the Covid pandemic.

In a tortuously frank admission Ben told the court: 'I get up every day and I fight not to lose everything - to lose my cars and my house and my relationship. I'm so overdrawn.'

Last year the couple shared fears that they could lose their home after being struck by money issues, with Ben laying bare their monetary problems in court (pictured in 2021)

When questioned about the strains on his and Kristina's relationship, he said: 'We're still living together. We're in it financially.

'We're in service together so the problem is that we opened the business before Covid and we got the worst severities of it and in all honestly this is simply another problem for me to handle.

'I've got credit cards that are overdrawn. I'm overdrawn in both accounts. We have actually got a company debt since of Covid. It's simply another issue.'

The company was listed to be compulsorily struck off on December 27, 2022, but the action was suspended 9 days later on and terminated on April 28, 2023.

Records likewise expose that a food services company called Soo Greens Ltd which is 100 per cent owned by Soo Yoga Group Ltd was efficiently ₤ 6,633 at a loss, considering future liabilities, in its last represent the duration ending on July 31, 2020.

The company's represent the year ending in July 2021 have still not been submitted and are now nearly 29 months past due.

Another company called Soo Purple Mountain Ltd which is also owned by the Soo Yoga Group, was established in December 2021 and dissolved by a voluntary strike off in February this year without ever submitting accounts.

A 4th company called Soo Group Ltd which was half owned by Cohen and half owned by 3 other individuals was likewise included and willingly struck off on the very same dates.

A 5th company called Yoga Wellbeing which is 100 percent owned by Rihanoff was ₤ 5,041 at a loss, taking into consideration future liabilities, at the end of July 2020. Its accounts are likewise almost 29 months past due, according to Companies House records.

AJ Pritchard

AJ initially rose to popularity as a candidate on Strictly Come Dancing from 2016 to 2019, leaving the show simply months before the Covid pandemic (imagined with Saffron Barker in 2019)

But AJ has given that shed light on the cash problems some Strictly stars can deal with, and shared that he was plunged into financial obligation when his dance trip was cancelled in 2020

AJ initially rose to fame as a candidate on Strictly Come Dancing from 2016 to 2019, leaving the program just months before the Covid pandemic.

While the star had formerly wanted to start a brand-new period of dance success by departing the program, the pandemic required him to cancel his planned dance tour, plunging himself and sibling Curtis into financial obligation.

Speaking with MailOnline, AJ clarified the cash troubles some Strictly stars can deal with after leaving the program.

He said: 'We had a business where we were running our own tour and the tour was cut brief. We paid all of our dancers due to the fact that, personally, I felt like that was the best thing to do. We wound up with a barrel costs which came out of our own pocket.

'We didn't earn money, myself or Curtis, however we paid all of our dancers. It's a tough decision to be made, however that's what it is when you are running your own company.

'They definitely did appreciate it. I perhaps didn't value the debt that I was left in however, hey, it's a choice that was made.'

AJ stated it is hard when a great deal of his friends think he's a 'millionaire' after starring on Strictly, however, he discussed that after they paid their taxes and VAT, the figure he makes is no place near that.

The dancer said: 'I think a lot of people anticipate you to go on to Strictly or Love Island and immediately be a millionaire. Once you've paid your tax and your VAT, and if you're a restricted company, that's not even close.

'I believe transparency is a favorable thing in this day and age, but the majority of people do not truly wish to speak about their finances.

'And I believe people are captivated by money. People like to see numbers and like to see nice things, and a lot of times you require to live within your own methods.'

After leaving programs such as Strictly and Love Island, Curtis and AJ were tossed into a variety of big cash offers and AJ says some individuals have no idea how to deal with that kind of amount of cash.

Former I'm A Celeb star AJ exposed he and Curtis 'wish to make a difference' and have established 'utilizing our own money' a financial investment firm called FINT to help to 'educate' people.

AJ ended up being extremely open about how in some cases the TV bookings and photoshoots can suddenly stop and stars need to learn how to 'adjust' their profession.

AJ said it is hard when a great deal of his pals think he's a 'millionaire' after starring on Strictly, as after they paid their taxes and VAT, the figure he makes is nowhere near that

He continued: 'It's truly difficult I believe in our market, the show business and a great deal of other industries today since a great deal of individuals are being laid off. It does use your mental health if you do not have that next task.

'Myself and Curtis have actually invested money, from my really first pay check on Strictly I've always had that money invested into different portfolios. Therefore, if I didn't have a task in 6 months time, I do have money there that I can draw on if I require it.

'And at the end of the day, there are constantly jobs out there. It's just often needing to alter what it is you think you are going to do and adjust a little bit. Adapting is hard however you do have to adapt in some cases.

'It is essential that individuals enter into these big shows that they're enjoying but they have a profession behind them like myself and Curt. We're both professional dancers, we can go all over the world and teach.'

Every day, individuals are dealing with the cost of living crisis and AJ confessed he is no various and is regularly snapped back into the 'real life' as he's discovered the dramatic boost in everyday products.

He discussed: 'Every day I'm brought back to reality. I brought up at the petrol pump today and the diesel was 10p more pricey due to choices that have been made much higher up than my paycheck. That's the real life.

'I was like, 'What 10p more costly from yesterday to today', like that's crazy. I believe individuals forget, the cost of living and inflation's increased.

'Even when inflation boils down, it doesn't suggest that it goes back to what it was. Life is going to be tough for a great deal of individuals this year and I don't believe it's going to get any much easier.'

Robin Windsor

Despite pulling in an outstanding ₤ 100,000 as a star of Strictly, Robin Windsor unfortunately passed away with just ₤ 879 in his company's organization account

Despite pulling in an excellent ₤ 100,000 as a star of Strictly, Robin Windsor tragically died with just ₤ 879 in his business's business account.

The dancer was discovered dead in a London hotel in February last year, and in the wake of his passing it was revealed his company had actually not traded for a long time and according to Companies House Records was dealing with an 'active proposition' to be struck off.

The company Happy Feet Creative Limited was owed almost ₤ 5,000 the last time it filed accounts, but owed creditors ₤ 15,000, implying it was ₤ 8,350 in the red.

At the height of his celebrity in 2015 and 2016 he held more than ₤ 23,000 in the business and advanced himself ₤ 35,000 from the company, which was repaid.

The company had actually carried earnings from a 'variety of contracts to supply performing arts services within the media market', documents stated.

In the months prior to his death, Robin had been dealing with a Fred Olsen Cruise - along with fellow Strictly professional Gordana Grandosek Whiddon - and published images of himself when the boat docked in South Africa.

Robin previously told how he was paid ₤ 100,000 a year during his time on Strictly which came to an end after the 12th series in 2014.

The dancer was discovered dead in a London hotel in February, and in the wake of his passing it was revealed his company had actually not traded for a long time (visualized on the program in 2013)

He likewise remembered one time he earned 'ridiculous cash', telling This Is Money: 'My dance partner and I were as soon as paid ₤ 10,000 each to remain in a luxury resort in Mauritius for a week and dance the cha-cha-cha at an event. Our dance lasted 2 minutes.'

He remembered in September 2022 that the 'best' year of his monetary life was 2010, 'my first year on Strictly Come Dancing'.

He stated: 'All of an abrupt, I was generating income I had just dreamt about. I most likely made about ₤ 100,000 that year - not simply from Strictly but from work off the back of the program such as the trip and personal efficiencies.

'When you're on prime-time TV, everybody desires a little piece of you.'

Discussing his Strictly exit, Robin stated he ended up being so 'bitter' about not being enabled to return that he could not bear to enjoy it, and he entered into a 'stable decline' after leaving the show.

Graziano Di Prima

Graziano was drastically sacked by managers last year following claims of gross misconduct towards his former celeb partner Zara McDermott

Following his departure from the show, Graziano attempted to cash on his looks on the show, with customised video messages on Cameo

Graziano was as soon as considered a favourite among Strictly fans, however in 2015 he was significantly sacked by employers following claims of gross misbehavior towards his previous celeb partner Zara McDermott.

The dancer later verified and regretted his actions versus Zara.

Addressing his exit from the program, a 'ravaged' Di Prima wrote on Instagram: 'I deeply are sorry for the occasions that resulted in my departure from Strictly.

Strictly Come Dancing abundant list: The expert dancers waltzing all the method to the bank after making MILLIONS thanks to the program

'My extreme passion and decision to win may have impacted my training program.

'While appreciating the BBC HR process, I acknowledge it's only ideal for the sake of the show that I step away. I am saddened that I wasn't allowed to provide a quote to the online news stories, and I take on board the sensitivity of the scenario.

'There's more to this story that I am not able to discuss at this time, but I am dedicated to being strong for my household and buddies. I want the Strictly household nothing however success in the future.'

Following his departure from the program, Graziano attempted to cash on his looks on the program, with customised video messages on Cameo.

The dancer charged $100 (₤ 78) for a video message, and continued to refer to himself as a 'professional dancer on Strictly' on his profile.

And the stars who have actually cashed in on their Strictly success ...

Oti Mabuse

For numerous fans, Oti is considered among Strictly's most effective exports, with the dancer crowned series champ for two years in a row, in 2019 and 2020

Since then, she has actually looked like a judge on Dancing On Ice, and likewise made a reported ₤ 200,000 charge for her stint on I'm A Celeb Get Me Out Of Here! in 2015

For many fans, Oti is considered one of Strictly's most effective exports, with the dancer crowned series champion for two years in a row, in 2019 and 2020.

The dancer was reported to be on a ₤ 410,000 wage before she left the program in 2022, and given that her exit has actually generated a substantial fortune with a string of successful TV gigs.

Ever since, she has appeared as a judge on Dancing On Ice, and was also a panellist on The Masked Dancer, and BBC's The best Dancer, adding to a rumoured fortune of more than ₤ 1.4 million.

Before joining the Strictly lineup, Oti likewise worked as a professional dancer on Strictly's German equivalent, Let's Dance.

Oti is noted as a director of Pure Mabuse Limited, which she set up with her husband Marius Iepure, which was set up in February 2017, and has noted assets of ₤ 510,953, according to its most recent accounts.

In 2022, Oti also signed a big-money offer to collaborate with Bravissimo on a 'confidence improving' underwear variety, and she and hubby Marius also share a ₤ 590,000 London estate.

Between them, Oti and Marius hold ₤ 750,000 of possessions in 4 personal companies, which they co-own. consisting of the home company, Lionshead, which notched up ₤ 110,582 in properties as of in 2015.

And Oti has actually just added to her fortune in recent months by appearing on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! where she was supposedly paid a ₤ 200,000 charge.

Kevin Clifton

Kevin Clifton was crowned Strictly champion in 2018 with Stacey Dooley, and after leaving the show in 2020, has actually cashed in with a string of stage roles

However, the dancer has formerly shared that it hasn't constantly been easy, exposing in 2019 that he utilized to sleep in his vehicle while attempting to kickstart his performing career

Since leaving Strictly in 2020, Kevin Clifton has required to the phase, performing in Strictly Ballroom, Rock of Ages and War of the Worlds.

His company Supreme Dance stated ₤ 104,993 in its most current assets with ₤ 42,234 remaining after expenses.

However, the dancer has actually previously shared that it hasn't constantly been easy, revealing in 2019 that he utilized to oversleep his vehicle while trying to start his performing profession, while handling it with a workplace task.

Speaking on his podcast The Kevin Clifton Show, he said: 'If there's no one there, I'll sleep in my car and after that I can pay for two of my dance lessons tomorrow.

'I invested loads of time oversleeping my automobile - basically living out of my car - and having no work. It's not all glamour. People believe we live these easy, showbiz, attractive lives and it's not like that.

'There's been times where I was simply getting fired from task after job - typical office tasks, simply trying to sustain my dancer career.

'I was generally looking in my wallet going, I've just been fired from another job. I have actually got four lessons tomorrow; I currently can't pay for two of them.

'I'm going to need to blag it with the teacher and state," Oh, there's been an issue at the bank. I'm going to have to give you the cash on my next lesson." James and Ola Jordan

Business: James and Ola Jordan have actually cashed in on their joint weight-loss in the last few years, establishing a fitness site called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 per month to subscribe

James Jordan left Strictly in 2013 with his better half Ola following fit two years lateer.

James has appeared on Celebrity Big Brother, returned a few years later for the All Stars version and won Dancing On Ice in 2019.

The couple have capitalized their joint weight reduction in the last few years, establishing a physical fitness website called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 each month to subscribe.

The pair sold their Kent estate for ₤ 2.5 million earlier this year and have actually because downsized to a home more 'suitable' for their child Ella.

Much of their earnings is funnelled through their company James and Ola Dance Academy which most just recently had ₤ 774,023 in properties and ₤ 465,002 after costs.