BBC Strictly Come Dancing dancer Robin Windsor dies at 44 as co-star James Jordan leads tributes

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Robin Windsor has died aged 44. The dancer joined the hit BBC One dance show in 2010 and was partnered with celebrities including Emmerdale's Lisa Riley, EastEnders star Patsy Kensit and actress Anita Dobson.

His death was announced in a statement posted on the official Facebook page of the dance company he founded, Burn the Floor. The international Ballroom and Latin dance company co-founded by Robin. It read: "The Burn the Floor (BTF) family has lost one of its founding members, Robin “Bobby” Windsor – who has tragically passed away."

It continued: "A BTF journeyman he danced with us for twenty years - including Broadway, The West End and all our crazy adventures around the world. His stunning image attached with Jessica Raffa defined our company, colourful, extreme and sensual."

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They added: "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."

Former Strictly co-star James Jorda, who was on the dance show from 2006 until 2013, said in tribute: "I had the pleasure of working with this man for many years on Strictly - I have such fond memories of him. He was always very caring and fun to be around.

"Everyone who came in contact with him adored him, from his celebrity partners to his working colleagues. You will be missed old friend."

Robin first appeared on the BBC series with Patsy Kensit in 2010, reaching week nine of the competition, before being eliminated at the same