Ben Cohen's former wife, Abby Cohen, has made scathing comments following his breakup with Kristina Rihanoff. In the wake of their separation in 2014 and Ben's subsequent romance with dancer Kristina Rihanoff—whom he met on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing—Abby was left devastated. Although Ben and Kristina got engaged in November 2022, they have since ended their engagement earlier this year. Financial troubles reportedly plagued the couple prior to their relationship’s demise, as disclosed earlier this month. The situation is being referred to as the "curse in reverse," a play on the notorious Strictly curse that typically involves celebrities forming romantic connections with their dance partners on the show. In a candid interview, Abby expressed her thoughts: "I'm sad for Ben. Our marriage broke down and it's happening all over again to him, and he's got another child. He's got to start again from nothing, in his late forties. He's going from being so successful as a rugby player to [people] now reading of his business failures." She also remarked that she doesn't desire 'to make Ben look more stupid than he already does. '. The mother stated that hearing about Ben's newest separation reopened past sorrows and voiced her dismay that their daughters must 'relive the pain,' a sentiment further compounded by the daughter they have from Kristina's relationship with Ben. Abby has candidly shared that the Strictly soundtrack still triggers her PTSD. Despite residing in the same town as Kristina, she has made it clear that reconciliation is not on the cards. In a revealing chat with The Mail on Sunday, Abby described the stark contrast between them: "We are total opposites. I'm a homemaker. I'm a family girl. I make stews and Sunday dinners," she explained. Expanding further on their differences, Abby said: "I don't know if Kristina does that, but I don't think so. Me and Kristina are completely different. We look completely different. We like different things. She doesn't have any wellies, put it that way. She doesn't pick dog mess off the floor like I have to do every day." Previously, Abby didn't mince words, having referred to Kristina as "that f*****g Russian," Yet, despite living in close proximity, their paths haven't crossed—not even when Ben and Abby's children have been shuttling between homes. Abby suspects that fate is intentionally preventing an encounter, safeguarding her from further emotional strain. Meanwhile, a source revealed to The Sun the breadth of turmoil faced by the couple amidst financial struggles, indicating a separation was inevitable. They disclosed that the "past six months has been hell" for the duo, effectively dismantling the affection once shared. The source added: "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." During a candid chat with The Sun, Abby opened up about the dubious beginnings of Ben and Kristina's romance. She was quoted saying to the newspaper: "How they met is not, in my opinion, a solid enough foundation because it was all about lust and was a physical thing. It wasn't an organic way to meet." Abby spoke wrenchingly about the toll her split took on her wellbeing, admitting: "I was in a mess, I didn't want to be here any more. I was really poorly. I sought help and support. I was really sad for a long time." And in 2015, letting her feelings out, she declared: "My husband, who I was with for 23 years, unconditionally loved and was completely loyal to in every respect, has left me for a f**king Russian dancer. The last two years have been the most traumatic thing to ever happen to me. He's done the dirty on me. I want people to know."