Kristina Rihanoff Breaks Silence: The End of Her Love Story with Ben Cohen
Kristina Rihanoff has publicly commented on her split from Ben Cohen after nearly a decade following their meeting on Strictly Come Dancing. The couple faced emotional turmoil and financial struggles, leading to their decision to separate. Friends suggest that the ‘Strictly curse’ and financial woes might have taken a toll on their relationship, with both now looking for new paths forward.
Kristina Rihanoff, former Strictly star, has finally broken her silence after the unexpected split from rugby hunk Ben Cohen, her partner since 2013. Their romance blossomed during the show, infamously tainted by the ‘Strictly curse’ following Ben’s split from his wife, Abby. The duo welcomed their daughter, Mila, in 2016, but it seems love has taken a backseat to life’s drama.
The 47-year-old dancer took to Instagram to express her gratitude to her solicitors, thanking them for their support in the spectacular dance competition that dazzled Northampton. “We are so grateful for your support… helping local dancers shine on the floor. The trophies and medals looked fantastic,” she wrote, proving she’s still got some moves.
Sources close to the couple hinted at the whirlwind of emotional and financial turmoil they faced, with talks of selling their £1.75 million abode. Friends remarked that it sounds eerily like “karma for Abby” as the split has been anything but smooth sailing. They hoped the couple could patch it up, but alas, it seems this partnership is officially signed off.
Financial troubles added to the strain, with a court hearing revealing they were on the ropes financially, fighting to save their home and relationship while juggling their yoga business launched pre-Covid. Ben expressed the daily grind of keeping everything afloat, saying, “I get up every day and I fight not to lose everything…” as he navigated his overdrawn accounts and business debts dampened by the pandemic.
As Ben Cohen retired from rugby in 2011 after a stellar career and engaged in various TV shows, Kristina twirled her way into fame on Strictly, gracing the stage for eight series. After departing in 2015, she entertained in Celebrity Big Brother, but now it seems both are facing an unexpected and dramatic new phase in life.
In a twist befitting a soap opera, Kristina Rihanoff and Ben Cohen’s split hints at heartbreak, karma, and financial fumbles post-Strictly fame. Their fairy tale has taken a downturn, with friends observing that their struggles, both personal and financial, may have been too much to bear. With both appearing on the search for new beginnings, only time will tell what happens next in this Strictly saga!
Original Source: www.mirror.co.uk
