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

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

However, while it has been presumed that Strictly specialists should earn a pretty cent, and years of success, through their time on the program, for most it's a wholly different story.

Pros who have bid farewell to the Strictly dancefloor in the last few years have shared their battles with stacking debts and cash concerns, with some even facing the possibility of losing their homes.

Recently, Ben Cohen and Kristina Rihanoff become the latest stars to be hit by the notorious 'Strictly curse' after their 12-year romance ended in heartbreak. MailOnline then revealed it was the severe monetary problems they had actually just recently experienced are believed to have lagged their split.

MailOnline peels back the shine behind Strictly stars' paychecks to reveal the truth about how for many, the money stops as quickly as the ballroom lights go dark ...

Kristina Rihanoff

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

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

However, last year, the couple shared fears that they could lose their home after being struck by money issues, with Ben laying bare their financial concerns 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 evidence during the case, England World Cup winning rugby star Ben, 46, admitted he had bungled the handling of their automobile insurance plan and told how he was 'battling to save his relationship and home'.

A friend of the couple told the Mail he stated: 'The past 6 months have been hell for them and it has torn the love they had apart. For the sake of their household, they have picked to go forward as different individuals.

'Those near them who know them as a couple had actually hoped they would have the ability to work things out however for now it's over and it looks like there's no going back.'

The couple were left with crippling debts 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 told the court: 'I get up every day and I fight not to lose everything - to lose my cars and my house and my relationship. I'm so overdrawn.'

In 2015 the couple shared worries that they might lose their home after being struck by cash concerns, with Ben laying bare their financial troubles in court (imagined in 2021)

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

'We stay in business together so the problem 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 deal with.

'I've got credit cards that are overdrawn. I'm overdrawn in both accounts. We have actually got an organization financial obligation since of Covid. It's simply another problem.'

The company was listed to be compulsorily struck off on December 27, 2022, however the action was suspended 9 days later on and terminated on April 28, 2023.

Records also expose that a food services business called Soo Greens Ltd which is 100 percent owned by Soo Yoga Group Ltd was successfully ₤ 6,633 in the red, considering future liabilities, in its last accounts for the duration ending on July 31, 2020.

The company's represent the year ending in July 2021 have actually still not been submitted and are now nearly 29 months past due.

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

A fourth company called Soo Group Ltd which was half owned by Cohen and half owned by three other people was likewise integrated and voluntarily struck off on the same dates.

A 5th 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 almost 29 months overdue, according to Companies House records.

AJ Pritchard

AJ first increased to fame as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing from 2016 to 2019, leaving the program just 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 deal with, and shared that he was plunged into financial obligation when his dance trip was cancelled in 2020

AJ initially rose to fame as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing from 2016 to 2019, leaving the program just months before the Covid pandemic.

While the star had actually previously wanted to kickstart a new era of dance success by departing the program, the pandemic forced him to cancel his planned dance trip, plunging himself and bro Curtis into financial obligation.

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

He stated: 'We had a business where we were running our own trip and the tour was interrupted. We paid all of our dancers since, personally, I felt like that was the right thing to do. We ended up with a barrel expense which came out of our own pocket.

'We didn't earn money, myself or Curtis, but we paid all of our dancers. It's a hard choice to be made, but that's what it is when you are running your own business.

'They definitely did appreciate it. I maybe didn't value the debt that I was left in but, hey, it's a choice that was made.'

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

The dancer said: 'I believe a lot of individuals expect you to go on to Strictly or Love Island and quickly be a millionaire. Once you've paid your tax and your VAT, and if you're a minimal company, that's not even close.

'I believe transparency is a positive thing in this day and age, however the majority of people don't really desire to discuss their finances.

'And I think individuals are interested by cash. People enjoy to see numbers and love to see great things, and a lot of times you need to live within your own ways.'

After leaving programs such as Strictly and Love Island, Curtis and AJ were thrown into a number of big cash deals and AJ states some individuals have no idea how to deal with that kind of sum of money.

Former I'm A Celeb star AJ exposed he and Curtis 'wish to make a distinction' and have set up 'utilizing our own cash' a monetary investment company called FINT to help to 'inform' individuals.

AJ ended up being really open about how often the TV reservations and photoshoots can stop and stars need to discover 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 nowhere near that

He continued: 'It's really difficult I believe in our market, the home entertainment market and a great deal of other industries right now due to the fact that a lot of individuals are being laid off. It does use your mental health if you don't have that next job.

'Myself and Curtis have actually invested money, from my extremely first pay check on Strictly I have actually always had actually that cash invested into various portfolios. Therefore, if I didn't work 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 constantly jobs out there. It's simply sometimes needing to change what it is you believe you are going to do and adapt a bit. Adapting is tough but you do have to adjust in some cases.

'It's crucial that individuals enter into these big programs that they're delighting in however they have a profession behind them like myself and Curt. We're both expert dancers, we can go all over the world and teach.'

Every day, people are facing the cost of living crisis and AJ confessed he is no different and is frequently snapped back into the 'genuine world' as he's observed the dramatic increase in daily items.

He explained: 'Every single day I'm brought back to reality. I brought up at the fuel pump today and the diesel was 10p more expensive due to decisions that have been made much greater up than my income. That's the real life.

'I was like, 'What 10p more pricey from the other day to today', like that's insane. I believe people forget, the expense of living and inflation's increased.

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

Robin Windsor

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

Despite pulling in a remarkable ₤ 100,000 as a star of Strictly, Robin Windsor tragically died with just ₤ 879 in his company's company account.

The dancer was found dead in a London hotel in February last year, and in the wake of his passing it was revealed his firm had not traded for some 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, but owed lenders ₤ 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 company and advanced himself ₤ 35,000 from the company, which was paid back.

The business had transported profits from a 'variety of contracts to provide performing arts services within the media industry', documents said.

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

Robin previously told how he was paid ₤ 100,000 a year during 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 not traded for some time (envisioned on the program in 2013)

He likewise recalled one time he earned 'ridiculous cash', informing This Is Money: 'My dance partner and I were as soon as 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 two minutes.'

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

He stated: 'All of a sudden, I was earning cash I had only dreamt about. I most likely made about ₤ 100,000 that year - not just from Strictly however from work off the back of the program such as the tour and personal performances.

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

Speaking about his Strictly exit, Robin said he ended up being so 'bitter' about not being permitted to return that he couldn't bear to enjoy it, and he went into a 'stable decline' after leaving the show.

Graziano Di Prima

Graziano was drastically sacked by employers last year following claims of gross misbehavior towards his previous superstar 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 as soon as thought about a favourite amongst Strictly fans, but in 2015 he was considerably sacked by employers following claims of gross misbehavior towards his former celebrity partner Zara McDermott.

The dancer later confirmed and regretted his actions versus Zara.

Addressing his exit from the program, a 'ravaged' Di Prima composed on Instagram: 'I deeply regret the events that resulted in my departure from Strictly.

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

'My intense passion and determination to win may have affected my training routine.

'While respecting the BBC HR procedure, I acknowledge it's only right for the sake of the show that I step away. I am distressed that I wasn't permitted to use a quote to the online newspaper article, and I take on board the level of sensitivity of the circumstance.

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

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

The dancer charged $100 (₤ 78) for a video message, and continued to refer to 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 among 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 appeared as a judge on Dancing On Ice, and likewise earned a reported ₤ 200,000 charge for her stint on I'm A Celeb Get Me Out Of Here! last year

For many fans, Oti is thought about one of Strictly's most successful exports, with the dancer crowned series champ for 2 years in a row, in 2019 and 2020.

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

Since then, she has actually looked like a judge on Dancing On Ice, and was likewise 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 listed as a director of Pure Mabuse Limited, which she set up with her partner Marius Iepure, which was established in February 2017, and has listed possessions of ₤ 510,953, according to its newest accounts.

In 2022, Oti likewise signed a big-money offer to work together with Bravissimo on a 'self-confidence boosting' underclothing variety, and she and husband Marius likewise share a ₤ 590,000 London mansion.

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

And Oti has just added to her fortune in recent months by appearing on I'm A Celeb 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 program in 2020, has actually cashed in with a string of phase functions

However, the dancer has previously shared that it hasn't constantly been simple, revealing in 2019 that he used to sleep in his automobile while trying to start his carrying out profession

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

His firm Supreme Dance declared ₤ 104,993 in its most current possessions with ₤ 42,234 remaining after costs.

However, the dancer has actually previously shared that it hasn't constantly been easy, revealing in 2019 that he utilized to oversleep his car while trying to kickstart his carrying out profession, while managing it with a workplace task.

Speaking on his podcast The Kevin Clifton Show, he said: 'If there's nobody there, I'll sleep in my automobile and then I can pay for 2 of my dance lessons tomorrow.

'I spent loads of time oversleeping my car - basically living out of my car - 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 just getting fired from task after job - typical office tasks, simply trying to sustain my dancer career.

'I was essentially searching in my wallet going, I have actually just been fired from another task. I've got four lessons tomorrow