Strictly stars turn out to pay respects to much loved dancer Robin Windsor

Strictly Come Dancing stars paid their respects today at the funeral of much-loved professional dancer Robin Windsor. The 44-year-old was last month found dead in a London hotel room, just days after returning from a dream holiday to South Africa.

The shock news sparked an outpouring of grief from his Strictly co-stars and celebrity partners over the years. Several of them were among those in attendance at a celebration of his life in his hometown of Ipswich, Suffolk.

They included Susanna Reid, Anton Du Beke, Robin's ex dance partner Anna Kennedy, Karen Clifton, AJ and his wife as well as Lisa Riley and Deborah Meaden, who were both coupled with him on the hit BBC show.

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Stars including Susanna were in tears as Robin's silver glitter coffin arrived at the church in a hearse, the Mirror reports. It is believed Robin's family asked attendees to wear colour to mark his colourful life as Susanna had with her a rainbow umbrella, while other famous friends of Robin's wore loud and daring ensembles.

News of Robin's death was announced on February 20. A statement from Sisco Entertainment, which represented him in various areas of theatre and corporate entertainment, said: "It is with heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of our beloved friend, Robin Windsor."

"His extraordinary ability to express emotion through movement captivated audiences, leaving them spellbound with every step" they continued.

"Beyond his impeccable dancing, Robin's vibrant spirit lit up the room, infusing rehearsals and performances with infectious energy and