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

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

However, while it has been presumed that Strictly professionals should make a pretty penny, and years of success, through their time on the show, for the majority of it's a completely various story.

Pros who have actually bid goodbye to the Strictly dancefloor in current years have actually shared their battles with stacking financial obligations and money concerns, with some even dealing with the prospect of losing their homes.

Recently, Ben Cohen and Kristina Rihanoff end up being the most recent stars to be hit by the infamous 'Strictly curse' after their 12-year romance ended in heartbreak. MailOnline then exposed it was the extreme financial difficulties they had just recently experienced are thought to have actually lagged their split.

MailOnline peels back the shine behind Strictly stars' incomes to reveal the reality about how for many, the cash stops as soon as the ballroom lights go dark ...

Kristina Rihanoff

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

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

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

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

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

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

'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 crippling financial obligations after they ploughed every cent they had into a yoga studio which plunged into crisis throughout the Covid pandemic.

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

In 2015 the couple shared worries that they might lose their home after being hit by cash problems, with Ben laying bare their monetary woes in court (envisioned in 2021)

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

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

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

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

Records also 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, taking into consideration future liabilities, in its last accounts for the duration ending on July 31, 2020.

The business'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 likewise owned by the Soo Yoga Group, was established in December 2021 and liquified by a voluntary strike off in February this year without ever submitting accounts.

A 4th business called Soo Group Ltd which was half owned by Cohen and half owned by 3 other people was also incorporated and voluntarily struck off on the exact same dates.

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

AJ Pritchard

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

But AJ has since shed light on the cash problems some Strictly stars can face, and shared that he was plunged into debt when his dance trip was cancelled in 2020

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

While the star had actually formerly wanted to start a new era of dance success by departing the show, the pandemic forced him to cancel his planned dance trip, plunging himself and brother Curtis into debt.

Speaking to MailOnline, AJ shed light on the money concerns some Strictly stars can face after leaving the show.

He stated: 'We had a business where we were running our own trip and the trip was cut brief. We paid all of our dancers since, personally, I seemed 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 make money, myself or Curtis, but we paid all of our dancers. It's a difficult choice to be made, but that's what it is when you are running your own company.

'They certainly did appreciate it. I perhaps didn't appreciate the financial obligation that I was left in however, hey, it's a decision that was made.'

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

The dancer said: 'I believe a great deal of people expect you to go on to Strictly or Love Island and immediately be a millionaire. Once you have actually paid your tax and your VAT, and if you're a restricted company, that's not even close.

'I think transparency is a positive thing in this day and age, however the majority of people do not actually wish to discuss their financial resources.

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

After leaving shows such as Strictly and Love Island, Curtis and AJ were thrown into a number of huge cash offers and AJ says some individuals have no concept how to deal with that sort of amount of cash.

Former I'm A Celebrity star AJ exposed he and Curtis 'want to make a distinction' and have established 'utilizing our own cash' a monetary investment firm called FINT to help to 'educate' individuals.

AJ ended up being really open about how often the TV reservations and photoshoots can unexpectedly stop and stars have to find out how to 'adapt' their career.

AJ stated it is hard when a great deal of his buddies believe he's a 'millionaire' after starring on Strictly, as after they paid their taxes and VAT, the figure he earns is nowhere near that

He continued: 'It's truly tough I believe in our industry, the entertainment market and a great deal of other industries right now because a lot of individuals are being laid off. It does play on your mental health if you do not have that next job.

'Myself and Curtis have invested money, from my extremely first pay check on Strictly I've constantly had that cash invested into various portfolios. Therefore, if I didn't have a job in 6 months time, I do have money there that I can make use of if I need it.

'And at the end of the day, there are always jobs out there. It's simply in some cases needing to change what it is you think you are going to do and adjust a bit. Adapting is difficult however you do have to adapt in some cases.

'It is essential that people go into these huge programs that they're delighting in but 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 dealing with the cost of living crisis and AJ admitted he is no different and is frequently snapped back into the 'real life' as he's seen the significant increase in daily products.

He described: 'Each and every single day I'm reminded reality. I pulled up at the fuel pump today and the diesel was 10p more expensive due to choices that have actually been made much higher up than my paycheck. That's the real world.

'I was like, 'What 10p more pricey from the other day to today', like that's insane. I think individuals forget, the expense of living and inflation's gone up.

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

Robin Windsor

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

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

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

The business Happy Feet Creative Limited was owed nearly ₤ 5,000 the last time it filed 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 business and advanced himself ₤ 35,000 from the company, which was repaid.

The company had actually channelled revenues from a 'broad range of agreements to provide performing arts services within the media industry', documentation stated.

In the months prior to his death, Robin had actually been dealing with a Fred Olsen Cruise - alongside fellow Strictly professional Gordana Grandosek Whiddon - and posted photos 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 pertained 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 firm had not traded for some time (pictured on the show in 2013)

He likewise recalled one time he earned 'ridiculous money', telling This Is Money: 'My dance partner and I were once paid ₤ 10,000 each to remain in a high-end resort in Mauritius for a week and dance the cha-cha-cha at an event. Our dance lasted two minutes.'

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

He said: 'All of a sudden, I was making money I had only dreamt about. I most likely made about ₤ 100,000 that year - not simply from Strictly but from work off the back of the show such as the tour and private performances.

'When you're on prime-time TV, everyone 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 view it, and he entered into a 'consistent decline' after leaving the show.

Graziano Di Prima

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

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

Graziano was when considered a preferred amongst Strictly fans, however last year he was significantly sacked by employers following claims of gross misbehavior towards his former celeb partner Zara McDermott.

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

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

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

'My intense enthusiasm and determination to win may have impacted my training routine.

'While respecting the BBC HR procedure, I acknowledge it's just best for the sake of the show that I step away. I am distressed that I wasn't enabled 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 talk about at this time, but I am dedicated to being strong for my household and pals. I want the Strictly household nothing but success in the future.'

Following his departure from the program, Graziano tried to cash on his appearances 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 many fans, Oti is considered one of Strictly's most effective exports, with the dancer crowned series champ for 2 years in a row, in 2019 and 2020

Since then, she has appeared as a judge on Dancing On Ice, and also made a reported ₤ 200,000 cost for her stint on I'm A Star Get Me Out Of Here! last year

For numerous fans, Oti is considered among 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 huge 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 signing up with the Strictly lineup, Oti likewise 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 set up with her hubby Marius Iepure, which was established in February 2017, and has actually listed possessions of ₤ 510,953, according to its most recent accounts.

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

Between them, Oti and Marius hold ₤ 750,000 of properties in 4 private business, which they co-own. including the property company, Lionshead, which notched up ₤ 110,582 in properties as of in 2015.

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

Kevin Clifton

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

However, the dancer has formerly shared that it hasn't always been easy, revealing in 2019 that he used to oversleep his cars and truck while trying to start his carrying out career

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

His firm Supreme Dance stated ₤ 104,993 in its most current possessions with ₤ 42,234 staying after expenses.

However, the dancer has formerly shared that it hasn't always been simple, exposing in 2019 that he used to oversleep his car while trying to start his carrying out career, while handling it with an office job.

Speaking on his podcast The Kevin Clifton Show, he stated: 'If there's no one there, I'll sleep in my car and then I can pay for 2 of my dance lessons tomorrow.

'I invested loads of time sleeping in my automobile - generally living out of my car - and having no work. It's not all glamour. People think we live these easy, showbiz, glamorous lives and it's not like that.

'There's been times where I was just getting fired from job after job - normal office tasks, simply attempting to sustain my dancer profession.

'I was essentially looking in my wallet going, I have actually simply been fired from another task. I have actually got four lessons tomorrow; I already can't spend for 2 of them.

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

Business: James and Ola Jordan have capitalized their joint weight reduction in the last few years, establishing a physical fitness site called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 each month to subscribe

James Jordan left Strictly in 2013 with his better half Ola doing the same 2 years lateer.

James has actually 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 capitalized their joint weight-loss in the last few years, establishing a fitness site called Dance Shred where they charge ₤ 12.99 each month to subscribe.

The set offered their Kent mansion for ₤ 2.5 million earlier this year and have actually since scaled down to a home more 'appropriate' for their child Ella.

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

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

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