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Wales Online
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Ben Cohen 'signs up for Celebrity SAS' amid heartbreak
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Ben Cohen 'signs up for Celebrity SAS' amid heartbreak Former Strictly Come Dancing star Ben Cohen has reportedly signed up for Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, just weeks after his split from Kristina Rihanoff Ben Cohen has reportedly signed up to a new reality show Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins has reportedly signed up Strictly Come Dancing alumnus Ben Cohen just weeks following his unexpected split from his partner amidst financial turmoil. The 46-year-old may be recognised more for his rugby achievements, but also made a splash on the dance scene with Strictly over ten years back. Ben is said to be gearing up for yet another telly stint after enlisting in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, according to insiders. Sources reveal that the ex-rugby star has faced difficulties in his private life due to his engagement ending, prompting him to dive headfirst into new professional pursuits. "Ben has had a difficult few months with his split from Kristina, having to sell their home and also dealing with mounting business debts," the insider revealed. "Celeb SAS is not only a good pay day for him, but it's a new challenge to immerse himself into. Ben is obviously a sportsman and a very physical, competitive player, so if anyone can handle the SAS recruitment process, it's him," they further elaborated to The Sun. Ben is reportedly taking on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins Article continues below BBC to broadcast live coverage as Oasis come to Cardiff READ MORE: Reality TV is not uncharted territory for Ben. He notably shone in September 2013 as a competitor in the eleventh series of Strictly, and conquered The Jump's third season in January 2016, even outperforming Dean Cain to victory in March of that year, reports the Mirror. In 2017, he graced the screens as a contestant in season 7, episode 8 of The Celebrity Chase. He then showed his competitive spirit in January 2018 on And They're Off!, racing for Sport Relief. Fast forwarding to December 2023, Ben stripped down for ITV's The Real Full Monty, advocating for cancer awareness. While competing on Strictly, Ben fell deeply in love with his professional dance partner, Kristina Rihanoff. The Sun disclosed back in March how Ben and Kristina's relationship had come to an end. Ben and Kristina met on Strictly in 2013 The pair welcomed their daughter, Milena, in 2016 — the year they bought their home — and got engaged in 2022, yet now they've put the house on the market. Ben, the ex-England rugby legend, famously left his wife Abby to pursue a romance with Russian dancer Kristina Rihanoff after being matched together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2013. However, reports suggest financial strains have led to their breakup. A source alleged: "Ben left his wife, Abby, for Kristina, only to now split with her. It's like the curse in reverse. This will be like karma for Abby; she was so upset when Ben left her. It's like he has got his comeuppance." Another source disclosed: "The past six months have been hell for them, and it has torn the love they had apart. For the sake of their family, they have chosen to go forward as separate individuals. Those close to them who know them as a couple had hoped they would be able to work things out, but for now it's over, and it looks like there's no going back." The couple were reportedly struggling financially (Image:) Their troubles started when they ventured into business together, with Kristina doubling up as a dance instructor. She conceded that they had "invested everything we've ever had" into Soo Yoga, crystallising her passion for exercise into an enterprise. Nonetheless, they encountered severe difficulties once the pandemic struck. Last September, in a courtroom revelation, their financial woes became public knowledge when Kristina was prosecuted for driving her £30,000 Audi without insurance. Article continues below The former pair listed their Northampton residence for sale, with Ben already stepping down as a director from their shared yoga venture. Their five-bedroom Northamptonshire property, which initially cost them £950,000, was sold for £1.75 million, the Daily Mail reports. Wales Online has reached out to Channel 4 for comment. Strictly Come Dancing is available on BBC iPlayer
Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Strictly star 'joins Celebrity SAS' weeks after love split amid financial woes
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A former Strictly Come Dancing star is now set to take on the gruelling Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins mere weeks after his unexpected split from his partner amidst financial challenges. Ben Cohen, 46, may have found fame on the rugby pitch but he also left his mark on the Strictly dance floor a decade ago. Rumours are swirling that Ben is gearing up for the small screen once more after committing to Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Sources suggest the former England international has faced tough times recently due to his relationship issues but is keen to dive into fresh work commitments. "Ben has had a difficult few months with his split from Kristina, having to sell their home and also dealing with mounting business debts," an insider divulged. "Celeb SAS is not only a good pay day for him, but it's a new challenge to immerse himself into. Ben is obviously a sportsman and a very physical, competitive player, so if anyone can handle the SAS recruitment process, it's him," they told The Sun. Indeed, this is not Ben's initial foray into reality TV. As mentioned, he showcased his moves in September 2013 on the eleventh season of Strictly, reports the Mirror. Fast forward to January 2016, and he was competing on the third installment of The Jump. Triumphing in March 2016, he outperformed Dean Cain to clinch the win. In 2017, he found himself up against the Chaser as a participant on season 7, episode 8 of The Celebrity Chase. Come January 2018, he was racing for a good cause in And They're Off! supporting Sport Relief. Then in December 2023, and Ben strutted his stuff on ITV's The Real Full Monty, all to bolster cancer awareness. During his stint on Strictly, it wasn't just the glitterball trophy Ben chased; he also fell for his professional dance partner Kristina Rihanoff. In March, The Sun broke the news about Ben and Kristina's relationship ending. The pair welcomed their daughter Milena back in 2016, which was also when they snapped up their family nest, and they got engaged in 2022 – only now they've put the house on the market. Former England rugby legend Ben split from his wife Abby to be with Russian dancer Kristina after they got close on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing in 2013. But pals have spilled that the romance has hit the rocks, blaming money woes. A confidante disclosed: "Ben left his wife, Abby, for Kristina, only to now split with her. It's like the curse in reverse. This will be like karma for Abby; she was so upset when Ben left her. It's like he has got his comeuppance." One source relayed: "The past six months have been hell for them, and it has torn the love they had apart. For the sake of their family, they have chosen to go forward as separate individuals. Those close to them who know them as a couple had hoped they would be able to work things out, but for now it's over, and it looks like there's no going back." (Image:) Difficulties cropped up after the duo embarked on a joint business venture, with Kristina also teaching as a dance instructor. Kristina herself acknowledged that they had "invested everything we've ever had" into their enterprise, Soo Yoga, converting her zest for fitness into a commercial pursuit. But their financial stability was rocked by the onset of the pandemic. Their monetary woes turned up in the public domain this previous September during a court hearing when Kristina was discovered driving her £30,000 Audi without proper insurance. The former pair have put their £1.75 million Northampton residence onto the market, and Ben's role as a director in their mutual yoga venture has ceased. The Daily Mail reports that the deluxe five-bedroom property in Northamptonshire has been sold for £1.75 million following its market entry on 19 September, a significant climb from the £950,000 the couple paid when it was initially purchased. Edinburgh Live has approached Channel 4 for comment. Strictly Come Dancing is available on BBC iPlayer
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Strictly star 'signs for Celebrity SAS' just weeks after marriage split
A Strictly Come Dancing star has signed up for Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, despite enduring a difficult few months following his split from his wife A Strictly Come Dancing heartthrob has signed up for Celebrity SAS just weeks after his shock split from his wife and his debt woes. B en Cohen, 46, might be best known as a rugby player, but he is also known for his stint on Strictly Come Dancing over a decade ago. Now, reports claim that Ben is preparing for another television appearance after signing up for Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. A source has claimed that the former rugby player has had quite a difficult few months in his personal life following the breakdown of his marriage, but is now focused on throwing himself into work. "Ben has had a difficult few months with his split from Kristina, having to sell their home and also dealing with mounting business debts," a source said. "Celeb SAS is not only a good pay day for him, but it's a new challenge to immerse himself into. Ben is obviously a sportsman and a very physical, competitive player, so if anyone can handle the SAS recruitment process, it's him," they added to The Sun. This won't be Ben's first encounter with reality television. As mentioned, in September 2013, Ben participated as a contestant in the eleventh series of Strictly. Then, in January 2016, he took part as a contestant on the third series of The Jump. He won the series in March 2016, beating Dean Cain. In 2017, he was a contestant on season 7, episode 8 of The Celebrity Chase. In January 2018, he participated in And They're Off! in aid of Sport Relief. And in December 2023, Ben took part in ITV's The Real Full Monty to raise awareness of cancer. While Ben was on Strictly, he met and fell head over heels with his professional dance partner Kristina Rihanoff. Back in March of this year, The Sun reported how Ben and Kristina's marriage came to an end. The former couple then welcomed their daughter Milena in 2016 - the same year they bought their family home - and got engaged in 2022, but they're already selling the house on. The former England rugby star, Ben, ended his marriage to Abby to start a relationship with Russian professional dancer Kristina Rihanoff after they were paired together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2013. However, friends have claimed that the couple has now split due to financial difficulties. A source claimed: "Ben left his wife, Abby, for Kristina, only to now split with her. It's like the curse in reverse. This will be like karma for Abby; she was so upset when Ben left her. It's like he has got his comeuppance." Another source claimed: "The past six months have been hell for them, and it has torn the love they had apart. For the sake of their family, they have chosen to go forward as separate individuals. Those close to them who know them as a couple had hoped they would be able to work things out, but for now it's over, and it looks like there's no going back." The problems began when the pair went into business together, with Kristina also working as a dance instructor. Kristina admitted that they had "invested everything we've ever had" into their company, Soo Yoga, turning her passion for exercise into a business. However, they ran into serious trouble when the pandemic hit. Their financial struggles were made public last September in court when Kristina was caught driving her £30,000 Audi without insurance. The ex-couple, who share an eight-year-old daughter, have put their £1.75million Northampton home up for sale and Ben has been removed as a director of their joint yoga business. The five-bedroom home in Northamptonshire has been sold for £1.75 million after being put on the market on September 19, according to the Daily Mail, years after the couple bought it for £950,000.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Strictly hunk signs up for Celebrity SAS just weeks after shock split and debt misery
A STRICTLY hunk has signed up for Celebrity SAS just weeks after his shock split from wife and his debt misery. Ben Cohen, 46, might be best-known as a Rugby player, but he is also known for his appearance on Strictly Come Dancing more than a decade ago. 4 And now Ben is gearing up for another television appearance after signing up for Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. A TV insider told The Sun: "Ben has had a difficult few months with his split from Kristina, having to sell their home and also having spiralling business debts. "Celeb SAS is not only a good pay day for him, but it's a new challenge to throw himself into. "Ben is obviously a sportsman and a very physical, competitive player so if anyone can handle the SAS recruitment process, it's him." This won't be Ben's first brush with reality television. As mentioned, in September 2013, Ben took part as a contestant in the eleventh series of Strictly Come Dancing. Then, in January 2016, he took part as a contestant on the third series of The Jump. He won the series in March 2016, beating Dean Cain. In 2017, he was a contestant on season 7, episode 8 of The Celebrity Chase. In January 2018, he participated in And They're Off! in aid of Sport Relief. What goes around comes around, says Ben Cohen's ex after Kristina Rihanoff split & reveals 'why Strictly pair broke up' tweaked head And in December 2023, Ben participated in ITV's The Real Full Monty to raise awareness of cancer. While Ben was on Strictly, he met and fell in love with his professional dance partner Kristina Rihanoff. Back in March of this year, The Sun told how Ben and Kristina's marriage ended. The ex-England rugby star dumped his wife Abby to date Russian pro Kristina after being paired on the dancefloor in 2013. But pals confirmed they had parted after financial difficulties tore the relationship apart. A friend said: ' Ben left his wife Abby for Kristina, only to now split with her. 'It's like the curse in reverse. 'This will be like karma for Abby, she was so upset when Ben left her. 'It's like he has got his comeuppance.' The former couple. who have an eight-year-old daughter, have put their £1.75million house in Northampton on the market and Ben has been removed as a director of their joint yoga business. A pal said: 'The past six months have been hell for them and it has torn the love they had apart. 'For the sake of their family, they have chosen to go forward as separate individuals. 'Those close to them who know them as a couple had hoped they would be able to work things out but for now it's over and it looks like there's no going back.' We also revealed the full extent of their financial difficulties. The issues started when the pair went into business together, with Kristina also working as a dance instructor. Kristina said the pair had 'invested everything we've ever had' into their company Soo Yoga, after turning her passion for the exercise into a business. However after the pandemic hit, they ran into serious trouble. Their financial difficulties were made public in court last September, when Kristina was caught driving her £30,000 Audi without insurance. 4 4
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Strictly hunk signs up for Celebrity SAS just weeks after shock split and debt misery
A STRICTLY hunk has signed up for Celebrity SAS just weeks after his shock split from wife and his debt misery. 4 Former Strictly star Ben Cohen has signed up for Celebrity SAS Credit: Instagram 4 He appeared on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2013 Credit: BBC And now Ben is gearing up for another television appearance after signing up for Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. A TV insider told The Sun: "Ben has had a difficult few months with his split from Kristina, having to sell their home and also having spiralling business debts. "Celeb SAS is not only a good pay day for him, but it's a new challenge to throw himself into. "Ben is obviously a sportsman and a very physical, competitive player so if anyone can handle the SAS recruitment process, it's him." Read More about Strictly This won't be Ben's first brush with reality television. As mentioned, in September 2013, Ben took part as a contestant in the eleventh series of Strictly Come Dancing. Then, in January 2016, he took part as a contestant on the third series of The Jump. He won the series in March 2016, beating Dean Cain. Most read in TV In 2017, he was a contestant on season 7, episode 8 of The Celebrity Chase. In January 2018, he participated in And They're Off! in aid of Sport Relief. What goes around comes around, says Ben Cohen's ex after Kristina Rihanoff split & reveals 'why Strictly pair broke up' tweaked head And in December 2023, Ben participated in ITV's The Real Full Monty to raise awareness of cancer. While Ben was on Strictly, he met and fell in love with his professional dance partner Kristina Rihanoff. Back in March of this year, The Sun told . The But pals confirmed they had parted after financial difficulties tore the relationship apart. A friend said: ' 'It's like the curse in reverse. 'This will be like karma for Abby, she was so upset when Ben left her. 'It's like he has got his comeuppance.' The former couple. who have an eight-year-old daughter, have put A pal said: 'The past six months have been hell for them and it has torn the love they had apart. 'For the sake of their family, they have chosen to go forward as separate individuals. 'Those close to them who know them as a couple had hoped they would be able to work things out but for now it's over and it looks like there's no going back.' We also revealed the full extent of their financial difficulties. The issues started when the pair went into business together, with Kristina also working as a dance instructor. Kristina said the pair had 'invested everything we've ever had' into their company Soo Yoga, after turning her passion for the exercise into a business. However after the pandemic hit, they ran into serious trouble. Their financial difficulties were made public in court last September, when Kristina was caught driving her £30,000 Audi without insurance. 4 He met his now former wife Kristina on the hit show Credit: Instagram 4 The couple fell in love on the dancefloor Credit: Getty
