Paul Roberts, former choreographer to the stars, has died at age 52 following a battle with cancer.

News of Roberts’ death was confirmed Sunday by his long-term partner Phil Griffin, who said that the dancer — who had worked with One Direction and the Spice Girls — had died the night before.

“On the evening of 26th September 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer, Paul passed away gently at home, surrounded by his family. His departure, much like his life, was filled with grace. RIP🤍,” Griffin wrote on Instagram .

Stars including Sam Smith, Emma Bunton and “Murder On The Dancefloor” singer Sophie Ellis Bextor rushed to the comments section to pay their respects. 7

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“This is heartbreaking,” wrote Smith, whose “The Thrill Of It All” world tour was choreographed by Robert

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