For audiences tuning into BBC's megahit Strictly Come Dancing, they would be ideal in presuming that its stars need to be making a substantial fortune.

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

However, while it has actually been presumed that Strictly experts 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 in current years have shared their battles with piling debts and cash issues, with some even facing the prospect 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 romance ended in heartbreak. MailOnline then exposed it was the serious monetary problems they had recently experienced are believed to have actually lagged their split.

MailOnline peels back the glitter behind Strictly stars' paychecks to reveal the fact about how for lots of, the money stops as quickly as the ballroom lights go dark ...

Kristina Rihanoff

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

Kristina previously appeared on Strictly as a professional from 2008 to 2015, making headlines when she started a love with her celeb partner Ben Cohen.

However, in 2015, the couple shared fears that they might lose their home after being struck by cash concerns, with Ben laying bare their monetary woes in court.

The extent of the couple's battles were laid bare in unusual situations - throughout a court look last September when Kristina, 47, was captured driving without insurance coverage.

Giving proof during the case, England World Cup winning rugby star Ben, 46, admitted he had actually made a mess of the handling of their vehicle insurance coverage policy and told how he was 'battling to conserve his relationship and home'.

A buddy of the couple informed the Mail he stated: 'The past six months have actually been hell for them and it has torn the love they had apart. For the sake of their family, they have picked to move forward as separate individuals.

'Those close to them who understand them as a couple had 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 debilitating financial obligations after they ploughed every cent 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 battle not to lose whatever - to lose my cars and my house and my relationship. I'm so overdrawn.'

In 2015 the couple shared fears that they could lose their home after being struck by cash problems, with Ben laying bare their financial troubles in court (envisioned in 2021)

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

'We stay in business together so the issue is that we opened the company before Covid and we got the worst seriousness of it and in all truthfully this is just 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 service debt because of Covid. It's just another problem.'

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

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

The company's accounts for the year ending in July 2021 have still not been filed and are now almost 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 filing accounts.

A fourth business called Soo Group Ltd which was half owned by Cohen and half owned by 3 other individuals was likewise incorporated and willingly struck off on the exact same dates.

A 5th company called Yoga Wellbeing which is one hundred percent owned by Rihanoff was ₤ 5,041 in the red, considering future liabilities, at the end of July 2020. Its accounts are also nearly 29 months overdue, according to Companies House records.

AJ Pritchard

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

But AJ has given that clarify the money concerns some Strictly stars can deal with, and shared that he was plunged into debt when his dance trip was cancelled in 2020

AJ first rose 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 previously intended to kickstart a brand-new era of dance success by leaving the show, the pandemic forced him to cancel his planned dance tour, plunging himself and brother Curtis into debt.

Talking to MailOnline, AJ clarified the cash troubles some Strictly stars can face after leaving the show.

He said: 'We had a company where we were running our own trip and the tour was interrupted. We paid all of our dancers because, personally, I seemed like that was the ideal 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 choice to be made, but that's what it is when you are running your own business.

'They definitely did value it. I maybe didn't value the financial obligation that I was left in but, hello, it's a decision that was made.'

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

The dancer stated: 'I believe a great deal of people expect 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 restricted company, that's not even close.

'I think openness is a positive thing in this day and age, but many people do not truly want to talk about their financial resources.

'And I think people are captivated by money. People like to see numbers and love to see great things, and a great deal of times you require to live within your own methods.'

After leaving shows such as Strictly and Love Island, Curtis and AJ were thrown into a number of big money offers and AJ states some people have no concept how to deal with that kind of amount of cash.

Former I'm A Celeb star AJ revealed he and Curtis 'wish to make a distinction' and have set up 'using our own cash' a financial investment business called FINT to help to 'educate' people.

AJ became extremely open about how in some cases the TV bookings and photoshoots can all of a sudden stop and stars need to find out how to 'adjust' their career.

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 no place near that

He continued: 'It's really hard I think in our market, the show business and a great deal of other markets right now due to the fact that a lot of people are being laid off. It does play on your mental health if you do not have that next task.

'Myself and Curtis have actually invested money, from my really first wage on Strictly I've constantly had that money invested into various portfolios. Therefore, if I didn't have a job in six months time, I do have cash there that I can draw on if I need it.

'And at the end of the day, there are always jobs out there. It's simply sometimes needing to change what it is you believe you are going to do and adjust a bit. Adapting is tough but you do have to adapt sometimes.

'It is essential that individuals enter into these big programs 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 frequently snapped back into the 'genuine world' as he's observed the dramatic boost in daily items.

He discussed: 'Every day I'm brought back to truth. I pulled up at the today and the diesel was 10p more costly due to choices that have actually been made much greater up than my income. That's the real life.

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

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

Robin Windsor

Despite pulling in an excellent ₤ 100,000 as a star of Strictly, Robin Windsor unfortunately died with simply ₤ 879 in his company's service account

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

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

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

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

The business had funnelled earnings from a 'wide range of agreements to provide performing arts services within the media industry', documents stated.

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

Robin formerly told how he was paid ₤ 100,000 a year throughout 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 exposed his company had actually not traded for some time (pictured on the show in 2013)

He likewise remembered one time he earned 'silly money', informing This Is Money: 'My dance partner and I were when paid ₤ 10,000 each to remain 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 'finest' year of his financial life was 2010, 'my very first year on Strictly Come Dancing'.

He stated: 'Suddenly, I was generating income I had just dreamt about. I probably made about ₤ 100,000 that year - not just from Strictly but from work off the back of the program such as the trip and private efficiencies.

'When you're on prime-time TV, everybody wants a little slice of you.'

Speaking about his Strictly exit, Robin said he became so 'bitter' about not being permitted to return that he couldn't bear to view it, and he entered into a 'constant decline' after leaving the program.

Graziano Di Prima

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

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

Graziano was when thought about a preferred amongst Strictly fans, but last year he was significantly sacked by bosses following claims of gross misbehavior towards his previous superstar partner Zara McDermott.

The dancer later on validated and regretted his actions against Zara.

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

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

'My extreme enthusiasm and determination to win might have impacted my training routine.

'While appreciating the BBC HR procedure, I acknowledge it's just right for the sake of the program that I step away. I am saddened that I wasn't allowed to offer a quote to the online newspaper article, and I take on board the level of sensitivity of the situation.

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

Following his departure from the show, Graziano attempted to cash on his looks on the program, 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 cashed in on their Strictly success ...

Oti Mabuse

For numerous fans, Oti is thought about 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 looked like a judge on Dancing On Ice, and likewise made a reported ₤ 200,000 fee for her stint on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! last year

For numerous fans, Oti is thought about 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 wage before she left the show in 2022, and considering that her exit has actually generated a big fortune with a string of effective TV gigs.

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

Before signing up with the Strictly lineup, Oti also 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 established with her husband Marius Iepure, which was established in February 2017, and has actually listed assets of ₤ 510,953, according to its newest accounts.

In 2022, Oti likewise signed a big-money deal to collaborate with Bravissimo on a 'self-confidence enhancing' underwear variety, and she and husband Marius likewise share a ₤ 590,000 London mansion.

Between them, Oti and Marius hold ₤ 750,000 of assets in four private business, which they co-own. consisting of the home firm, Lionshead, which notched up ₤ 110,582 in properties since last year.

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

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 functions

However, the dancer has actually previously shared that it hasn't always been easy, revealing in 2019 that he used to oversleep his vehicle while trying to kickstart his performing career

Since leaving Strictly in 2020, Kevin Clifton has taken 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 possessions with ₤ 42,234 remaining after bills.

However, the dancer has formerly shared that it hasn't always been simple, exposing in 2019 that he used to sleep in his cars and truck while attempting to kickstart his carrying out career, while juggling it with an office job.

Speaking on his podcast The Kevin Clifton Show, he stated: 'If there's nobody there, I'll sleep in my cars and truck and then I can afford 2 of my dance lessons tomorrow.

'I invested loads of time sleeping in my automobile - essentially living out of my vehicle - and having no work. It's not all glamour. People think 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 - regular workplace tasks, simply attempting to sustain my dancer profession.

'I was basically searching in my wallet going, I've just been fired from another job. I've got four lessons tomorrow; I already can't spend for 2 of them.

'I'm going to need to blag it with the instructor and say," Oh, there's been an issue 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 actually cashed in on their joint weight loss recently, setting up a fitness site called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 per month to subscribe

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

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

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

The pair sold their Kent estate for ₤ 2.5 million previously this year and have actually given that downsized to a home more 'ideal' for their daughter Ella.

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

They make additional money by offering signed pictures for ₤ 9.50 while Ola provides dance lessons to fans at ₤ 300 a pop.

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