Life has taken an unsettling turn for former England rugby star Chris Robshaw and his wife, opera singer Camilla Kerslake.
Just days after Chris was announced as part of this year’s Strictly Come Dancing lineup, the couple revealed they’ve been living through a frightening ordeal involving a female stalker who allegedly made violent threats against them.
Despite the chaos, Camilla has broken her silence, assuring fans that while the experience has been deeply distressing, their focus remains firmly on family and the exciting adventure ahead on the dance floor.
Camilla Speaks Out
Taking to Instagram, Camilla thanked friends, fans, and even the press for their support.
She explained that she and Chris are determined not to let the disturbing situation define them.
“From here, we’re choosing to move forward,” she wrote.
“This won’t define us and instead, we’ll be focusing on our family and the exciting journey ahead with Strictly! … Let’s hope it’s more snake hips and not hip replacement for our boy!”
She also reassured followers that if they see the couple laughing and sharing silly moments online, it’s because they want to balance the stress behind the scenes with the joy of the show.
A Disturbing Campaign of Harassment
The situation is no small matter. According to reports, the woman allegedly made a string of violent threats — including bomb threats, talk of setting fires, and even threats involving children at schools.
One of the most distressing claims was her attempt to spread lies to social services, suggesting their children could be taken away.
For Chris and Camilla, this cut deep.
“It’s left them shaken to the core,” a source revealed.
The couple have chosen compassion over litigation, believing the woman is deeply unwell and needs proper help, rather than just facing punishment.
Police Involvement and Escalating Fears
The stalker, who briefly crossed paths with Chris at work events last year, is now reported to be on the National Police Wanted List after allegedly fleeing the country.
The ordeal has forced the family to ramp up security at their Surrey home.
Camilla herself has been so shaken that she requested security upgrades instead of birthday presents, saying she felt unsafe even leaving the house with their children, Wilding, 5, and Hunter, 18 months.
Strictly Steps In With Support
Behind the scenes at the BBC, producers are on high alert.
Strictly bosses have reportedly reassured Chris that his family’s safety is their top priority.
A source close to the show said: “They’ve made it clear they’ve got his back. It’s been like a little family backstage.”
Chris has thrown himself into rehearsals, determined not to let fear overshadow his once-in-a-lifetime Strictly experience.
As one insider put it, “He doesn’t want this stalker to rob him of the joy. He’s focusing on the dancing.”
Marriage Strengthened Through Crisis
While the threats have been terrifying, friends say the ordeal has actually brought Chris and Camilla closer.
The couple, married since 2018, are leaning on each other more than ever.
“The so-called Strictly curse is the last thing on their minds,” a friend explained. “If anything, this has bonded them as a team.”
Strictly’s Ongoing Controversies
This year’s Strictly Come Dancing lineup features household names like Dani Dyer, Vicky Pattison, Kristian Nairn, Karen Carney, and Alex Kingston.
But the show has also had its share of headline-making drama in recent years — from misconduct allegations to behind-the-scenes tensions with professional dancers.
Even so, fans are eager for the sparkle, sequins, and spray tans to take centre stage again — and for Chris Robshaw, it’s a chance to dance through the darkness of a very tough year.
