2025 Star Hires Security After Stalking Crisis

Chris Robshaw Faces Harassment Amid Strictly Come Dancing Participation

Chris Robshaw, a former England rugby captain and contestant on the 2025 season of Strictly Come Dancing, has been dealing with a serious harassment situation that has significantly impacted his personal life. According to insiders close to the 39-year-old, he was targeted by a woman he met at two separate work events in 2024. The harassment began six months after their initial meeting and escalated to the point where Robshaw contacted the police.

The woman reportedly made violent threats against him and spread false allegations about him and his colleagues. Reports suggest that she has since left the country, and law enforcement is actively seeking her. The BBC has reportedly been aware of the challenges Robshaw, his wife Camilla Kerslake, and their two children have faced, and they are offering support.

Family Under Threat

The incidents have taken a toll on Kerslake, an opera singer and mother of two. An insider told the Daily Mail that she has become fearful of leaving the house alone with the kids, especially during the postpartum period. “She was petrified she wouldn’t be able to outrun this individual,” the source said. “Normally she’s unbreakable, the backbone of the family, but this has reduced her to a shell of the strong woman we all know.”

Robshaw, who captained the England national rugby union team from 2012 to 2015, almost turned down the opportunity to join Strictly Come Dancing. A source revealed that the woman’s actions were so severe that it nearly caused him to decline the role. “She’s made some disgusting threats. It has been awful for them,” the source said. However, Robshaw ultimately decided to participate in the show for his son, Wilding, who wanted to see his mother laugh at his dancing.

Security Measures Taken

In response to the ongoing threat, the couple has invested in high-end security systems to protect their family. The insider added that the woman has a history of such behavior and has targeted others as well. “This woman has form for what she’s been doing to them and has done it to other people too,” they said.

According to a representative for Robshaw, the situation is still under investigation, and they are unable to comment further. “Chris will not be commenting further,” the representative said. They described the ordeal as “deeply frightening” and noted that Robshaw contacted the police immediately when his children were put in danger.

The woman reportedly posted the family's address online and made threatening statements. “It’s deeply frightening that no one has been able to stop her; she’s fled the country and has been clever to avoid arrest,” the source continued. They added that if the woman returns to the UK, she will be arrested immediately.

Legal Actions and Ongoing Concerns

The Sun reported that the woman was arrested in December and released with a caution. Additionally, Kerslake allegedly faced similar targeting, as the woman contacted a company the musician was set to work with, making false and damaging claims. Despite these challenges, Robshaw remains focused on the upcoming season of Strictly Come Dancing.

He was recently announced as part of the 2025 cast, joining celebrities like Balvinder Sopal, Dani Dyer, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, and Vicky Pattison. The show is set to return on September 20, 2025, on BBC One and iPlayer.

Moving Forward

Robshaw expressed his desire to focus on the competition and give it his best effort. His participation in the show highlights his resilience and determination to move forward despite the difficulties he and his family have faced. As the situation continues to unfold, the support from the BBC and law enforcement remains crucial in ensuring the safety of the Robshaw family.