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For viewers tuning into BBC's megahit Strictly Come Dancing, they would be best in assuming that its stars need to be earning a large fortune.

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

However, while it has actually been presumed that Strictly specialists should make a pretty cent, and years of success, through their time on the show, for a lot of it's a wholly various story.

Pros who have bid farewell to the Strictly dancefloor in the last few years have shared their battles with piling financial obligations and money troubles, with some even dealing with the possibility of losing their homes.

Recently, Ben Cohen and Kristina Rihanoff end up being the current stars to be hit by the notorious 'Strictly curse' after their 12-year love ended in heartbreak. MailOnline then exposed it was the extreme financial troubles they had actually recently experienced are thought to have been behind their split.

MailOnline peels back the glitter behind Strictly stars' incomes to expose the reality about how for numerous, the money stops as quickly as the ballroom lights go dark ...

Kristina Rihanoff

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

Kristina formerly appeared on Strictly as an expert from 2008 to 2015, making headings when she began a romance with her celebrity partner Ben Cohen.

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

The extent of the couple's struggles were laid bare in uncommon scenarios - during a court look last September when Kristina, 47, was caught driving without insurance coverage.

Giving proof during the case, England World Cup winning rugby star Ben, 46, admitted he had bungled the handling of their cars and truck insurance plan and told how he was 'battling to save his relationship and home'.

A good friend of the couple informed the Mail he said: 'The previous 6 months have actually been hell for them and it has actually 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 understand them as a couple had hoped they would have the ability to work things out however for now it's over and it appears like there's no going back.'

The couple were entrusted to debilitating financial obligations after they ploughed every penny they had into a yoga studio which plunged into crisis during the Covid pandemic.

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

Last year the couple shared worries that they might lose their home after being hit by money problems, with Ben laying bare their monetary issues in court (imagined in 2021)

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

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

'I have actually got charge card that are overdrawn. I'm overdrawn in both accounts. We have got a service financial obligation due to the fact that of Covid. It's just another issue.'

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

Records likewise expose that a food services company called Soo Greens Ltd which is 100 percent owned by Soo Yoga Group Ltd was efficiently ₤ 6,633 in the red, taking into consideration future liabilities, in its last represent the period ending on July 31, 2020.

The business's accounts for the year ending in July 2021 have still not been submitted and are now almost 29 months past due.

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

A fourth business called Soo Group Ltd which was half owned by Cohen and half owned by 3 other people was likewise included and voluntarily struck off on the very same dates.

A fifth company called Yoga Wellbeing which is 100 percent owned by was ₤ 5,041 at a loss, considering future liabilities, at the end of July 2020. Its accounts are also nearly 29 months past due, according to Companies House records.

AJ Pritchard

AJ first increased to fame as a candidate on Strictly Come Dancing from 2016 to 2019, leaving the program just months before the Covid pandemic (pictured with Saffron Barker in 2019)

But AJ has considering that clarify the cash troubles some Strictly stars can face, and shared that he was plunged into debt when his dance tour was cancelled in 2020

AJ initially increased to popularity as an entrant on Strictly Come Dancing from 2016 to 2019, leaving the show simply months before the Covid pandemic.

While the star had actually formerly hoped to start a new era of dance success by leaving the show, the pandemic required him to cancel his organized 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 show.

He stated: 'We had a business where we were running our own tour and the trip was cut brief. We paid all of our dancers since, personally, I felt like that was the right thing to do. We ended up with a barrel bill 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 difficult choice to be made, however that's what it is when you are running your own business.

'They absolutely did value it. I possibly didn't value the financial obligation that I was left in however, hey, it's a choice that was made.'

AJ stated it is hard when a lot of his friends believe he's a 'millionaire' after starring on Strictly, however, he described that after they paid their taxes and VAT, the figure he makes is nowhere near that.

The dancer said: 'I believe a great deal of individuals anticipate you to go on to Strictly or Love Island and instantly be a millionaire. Once you've paid your tax and your VAT, and if you're a limited business, that's not even close.

'I think transparency is a favorable thing in this day and age, however most individuals don't actually want to talk about their financial resources.

'And I think individuals are intrigued by money. People enjoy to see numbers and love to see nice things, and a lot of times you need to live within your own means.'

After leaving shows such as Strictly and Love Island, Curtis and AJ were tossed into a number of huge money deals and AJ says some individuals have no concept how to manage that kind of amount of cash.

Former I'm A Celebrity star AJ revealed he and Curtis 'wish to make a distinction' and have actually established 'using our own cash' a monetary investment firm called FINT to assist to 'inform' individuals.

AJ ended up being very open about how often the TV bookings and photoshoots can all of a sudden stop and stars need to find out how to 'adjust' their career.

AJ stated it is hard when a lot of his pals believe 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 really tough I believe in our market, the entertainment market and a lot of other industries today since a great deal of people are being laid off. It does play on your mental health if you do not have that next job.

'Myself and Curtis have actually invested cash, from my extremely first wage on Strictly I've always had actually that money invested into different portfolios. Therefore, if I didn't work in 6 months time, I do have cash 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 simply sometimes having to alter what it is you think you are going to do and adapt a bit. Adapting is tough however you do have to adapt in some cases.

'It is very important that people enter into these huge shows that they're enjoying however they have an occupation behind them like myself and Curt. We're both professional dancers, we can go all over the world and teach.'

Every day, people are facing the cost of living crisis and AJ admitted he is no various and is routinely snapped back into the 'genuine world' as he's discovered the dramatic increase in everyday products.

He discussed: 'Every single day I'm reminded reality. I pulled up at the gas pump today and the diesel was 10p more costly due to decisions that have been made much higher up than my income. That's the real world.

'I was like, 'What 10p more expensive from yesterday to today', like that's insane. I think people forget, the cost of living and inflation's gone up.

'Even when inflation comes down, it does not mean that it returns to what it was. Life is going to be hard for a lot of individuals this year and I do not believe it's going to get any simpler.'

Robin Windsor

Despite pulling in an impressive ₤ 100,000 as a star of Strictly, Robin Windsor tragically died 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 simply ₤ 879 in his company's company account.

The dancer was discovered dead in a London hotel in February in 2015, and in the wake of his passing it was revealed his firm had not traded for a long time and according to Companies House Records was facing an 'active proposition' to be struck off.

The company Happy Feet Creative Limited was owed practically ₤ 5,000 the last time it submitted accounts, however owed lenders ₤ 15,000, indicating 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 company and advanced himself ₤ 35,000 from the business, which was repaid.

The business had actually transported revenues from a 'variety of agreements to supply carrying out arts services within the media market', paperwork stated.

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

Robin previously informed how he was paid ₤ 100,000 a year throughout his time on Strictly which concerned an end after the 12th series in 2014.

The dancer was found dead in a London hotel in February, and in the wake of his passing it was exposed his company had actually not traded for some time (pictured on the program in 2013)

He also remembered one time he earned 'ridiculous money', telling This Is Money: 'My dance partner and I were as soon as paid ₤ 10,000 each to stay in a luxury resort in Mauritius for a week and dance the cha-cha-cha at an occasion. 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: 'Suddenly, I was making money I had just dreamt about. I most likely made about ₤ 100,000 that year - not just 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, everyone desires a little slice of you.'

Speaking about his Strictly exit, Robin stated he became so 'bitter' about not being allowed to return that he couldn't bear to see it, and he entered into a 'steady decline' after leaving the program.

Graziano Di Prima

Graziano was considerably sacked by employers in 2015 following claims of gross misbehavior towards his former celebrity partner Zara McDermott

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

Graziano was once thought about a preferred among Strictly fans, but in 2015 he was considerably sacked by employers following claims of gross misbehavior towards his previous celeb partner Zara McDermott.

The dancer later on verified and regretted his actions versus Zara.

Addressing his exit from the show, a 'devastated' Di Prima composed on Instagram: 'I deeply regret the events that led to 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 determination to win may have affected my training routine.

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

'There's more to this story that I am unable to talk about at this time, but I am devoted to being strong for my family and pals. I wish the Strictly family nothing however success in the future.'

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

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

And the stars who have capitalized their Strictly success ...

Oti Mabuse

For many fans, Oti is considered one of Strictly's most effective exports, with the dancer crowned series champion for 2 years in a row, in 2019 and 2020

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

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

The dancer was reported to be on a ₤ 410,000 income before she left the show in 2022, and because her exit has actually generated a big fortune with a string of successful TV gigs.

Ever since, she has actually 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 signing up with the Strictly lineup, Oti also worked as an expert dancer on Strictly's German equivalent, Let's Dance.

Oti is noted as a director of Pure Mabuse Limited, which she established with her partner Marius Iepure, which was established in February 2017, and has actually listed possessions of ₤ 510,953, according to its newest accounts.

In 2022, Oti likewise signed a big-money deal to work together with Bravissimo on a 'confidence enhancing' underwear range, and she and husband Marius likewise share a ₤ 590,000 London estate.

Between them, Oti and Marius hold ₤ 750,000 of assets in four personal companies, which they co-own. including the property firm, Lionshead, which notched up ₤ 110,582 in assets as of in 2015.

And Oti has just included to her fortune in current months by appearing on I'm A Star Get Me Out Of Here! where she was supposedly paid a ₤ 200,000 cost.

Kevin Clifton

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

However, the dancer has actually previously shared that it hasn't constantly been simple, exposing in 2019 that he utilized to oversleep his cars and truck while attempting to start his performing career

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

His company Supreme Dance declared ₤ 104,993 in its newest properties with ₤ 42,234 staying after expenses.

However, the dancer has actually formerly shared that it hasn't always been easy, exposing in 2019 that he used to oversleep his vehicle while attempting to kickstart his carrying out career, 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 oversleep my vehicle and then I can manage 2 of my dance lessons tomorrow.

'I spent loads of time sleeping in my automobile - essentially living out of my vehicle - 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 job after task - typical office tasks, just trying to sustain my dancer career.

'I was essentially searching in my wallet going, I have actually just been fired from another task. I have actually got 4 lessons tomorrow; I already can't spend for two of them.

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

Business: James and Ola Jordan have capitalized their joint weight-loss over the last few years, setting up a fitness site called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 each month to subscribe

James Jordan left Strictly in 2013 with his partner Ola following suit 2 years lateer.

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

The couple have capitalized their joint weight-loss in recent years, setting up a physical fitness site called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 monthly to subscribe.

The pair sold their Kent estate for ₤ 2.5 million earlier this year and have actually since scaled down to a home more 'suitable' for their daughter Ella.

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

They earn additional money by selling signed images for ₤ 9.50 while Ola offers dance lessons to fans at ₤ 300 a pop.

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