Robin Windsor's family share heartbreak after inquest rules suicide
With the support of Robin's close friends, his family hopes to begin healing.
The family of Robin Windsor, former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer from Ipswich, has expressed heartbreak following an inquest jury’s conclusion that he took his own life.
Windsor, 44, passed away in February 2024 in a hotel room in Shepherd's Bush, west London, after consuming alcohol and drugs.
A statement on Windsor's social media account conveyed the family’s profound sadness: "It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge that Robin took his own life."
With the support of Robin's close friends, his family hopes to begin healing.
The inquest highlighted Windsor's emotional vulnerability as a contributing factor to his death.
Known for his collaborations with various celebrities, Windsor was part of Strictly Come Dancing, where he faced professional challenges impacting his mental health.
The Windsor family expressed gratitude for the support and urged those struggling with mental health issues to seek aid from organizations like SANE and You Are Loved.
Assistant coroner Dr Anton van Dellen extended comfort to the family, praising Windsor’s positive impact and the joy he brought to many.
The BBC expressed condolences, acknowledging the complex factors affecting Windsor’s mental state at the time of his death.
The family closed the statement by encouraging others to reach out for support, emphasizing that assistance can make a significant difference.