Former England rugby captain Chris Robshaw is facing pressure from both the dance floor and the home front as he prepares to join Strictly Come Dancing's 2024 lineup. His wife, classical singer Camilla Kerslake, has issued a playful but firm warning about the infamous 'Strictly curse' that could threaten their marriage.
The Wife's Ultimatum
In a hilarious revelation, Camilla confessed she's told her husband: "If you end up in the bottom two, I will kill you." The singer, who married Robshaw in a lavish 2021 ceremony, expressed confidence in her husband's abilities but drew a hard line at poor performance.
Taking Aim at the Professionals
Camilla didn't hold back when discussing the show's professional dancers either, making a cheeky reference to their relationship histories. "I've told him to keep his distance from the female professionals," she quipped, adding with perfect comic timing, "I've seen them come and go through relationships."
From Rugby Pitch to Dance Floor
The 38-year-old sports star, who earned 66 caps for England and captained the national team, is trading his rugby boots for dancing shoes in one of the most challenging career transitions yet. Known for his toughness on the field, Robshaw might have met his match in the ballroom.
A Supportive But Watchful Partner
While Camilla plans to be in the audience cheering him on, she admitted to having mixed feelings about the intense training schedule. "I'm going to be there every week," she confirmed, though she expressed concerns about the "15-hour days" that will keep them apart during the competition.
The Strictly Curse Legacy
The so-called 'Strictly curse' has become legendary in show business circles, with numerous celebrity relationships reportedly ending after contestants grew close to their professional dance partners. Robshaw and Kerslake's marriage now faces this ultimate test of trust and endurance.
As the autumn series approaches, all eyes will be on whether the rugby hardman can master the foxtrot and avoid both the bottom two and the notorious curse that haunts the glitterball competition.
