Oti Mabuse breaks silence on Strictly co-star appearing on The Masked Dancer

Motsi Mabuse has opened up about the racism she and her sister Oti Mabuse faced growing up under apartheid in South Africa. The Strictly Come Dancing judge, 41, revealed the horrific racism she and her family faced, telling Prima: ‘I lived under apartheid until the age of nine, which was a very scary time. ‘My parents, Peter and Dudu, and my younger sisters, Phemelo and Oti, and I lived in a Black-only suburb, and I didn’t speak English when I first went to school, which was difficult. ‘We were sent to a Catholic school run by nuns and Black children were a minority. One of the nuns would call us “Black witches” and hit us.

TV presenting legend Davina McCall has wowed fans with a snap of herself wearing a figure-hugging dress. The 54-year-old, who became a household name as the presenter of Channel 4's hit reality TV series Big Brother, shared the gorgeous snap as part of the promotion for her new book Menopausing."Yayyy I’m going on book tour next week !!" she tweeted.READ MORE: iCarly star Jennette McCurdy reveals chilling email from late mum disowning herShe added: "I’ll be in London, Bath and Birkenhead with Dr Naomi Potter and some brilliant hosts ... talking about my new book #Menopausing..

Strictly Come Dancing star Motsi Mabuse will return to the new series alongside fellow judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood.The 41-year-old joined the panel back in 2019 and watched her younger sister Oti Mabuse, 32, win the Glitterball trophy for the first time with celebrity partner Kelvin Fletcher.The following year, the unstoppable professional dancer won the show for a second time with comedian Bill Bailey.After the most recent series, where she danced with Ugo Monye, Oti announced she will be leaving the show after seven years.When asked about her sister's exit from the show, Motsi told Prima Magazine: “I’ll be sad not to see her on Strictly this year."I’ll always worry about my sister, but I have to respect her decision and let her go.'Terrible when you get caught out!' Karren Brady mocks Meghan Markle"She’s proven that she can more than protect herself and push herself to new heights."Meanwhile, I’ll continue to fly the Mabuse flag on Strictly for as long as they want me.”Oti previously revealed that she "cried for hours" when she told bosses she wouldn't be returning to the show this year.Speaking to You Magazine, she added: "When I came to Britain I said to myself, ’My dream is to win Strictly.′ And I have, and it was such an amazing seven years, but I’ve done what I needed to do. I feel so emotional."I lived my best life on that show and it gave me the career I have now, but you need to know when it’s the right time to get off that wave and try new things.”Oti isn't the only professional who won't be returning to the upcoming series.Back in March, Aljaz Skorjanec announced he had quit after nine years of showcasing his moves.His departure came a year after his wife Janette Manrara moved

Kelly Brook has claimed to have revealed the true identity of 'Scissors' from the ITV show The Masked Dancer.After much research and guesswork, the DJ believes that the anonymous dancer is her Heart FM co-star Ashley Roberts - and Brook says that that the former Pussycat Doll has yet to deny the claim!READ MORE: Strictly's Motsi Mabuse opens up on 'tough moments' as new series returnsAccording to The Sun, the model recalled on her show: "I’ve text [Ashley] and said 'Hello Scissors' and she’s just responded with LOL."LOL. She knows what I’m talking about!"Scissors wowed the judges - Peter Crouch, Davin McCall, Jonathan Ross and Oti Mabuse - with their performance to Justin Bieber's hit song Sorry.Expanding on her detective work, Brook insisted she had been "on all the forums" and "looked into the clues" before settling on pal Roberts as the mystery dancer.She said: "The first clue - a cereal bowl.

MASKED Dancer fans are convinced they have unmasked the identity of Prawn Cocktail on the ITV dance competition. Many reckon the crazy character is a member of Atomic Kitten and a Masterchef winner after spotting two 'clues'.

The Masked Dancer fans are convinced they've worked out the famous faces behind Pillar and Post.Host Joel Dommett welcomed a new host of wacky characters for the second series launch of the ITV guessing game show on Saturday (September 3) night.Celebrity detectives Davina McCall, Oti Mabuse and Jonathan Ross returned to the panel alongside newcomer Peter Crouch.READ MORE: Davina McCall told she 'still looks 25' as she shows off ageless figure in minidressPillar and Post are the first-ever duo to join the show and viewers watched them go up against Prawn Cocktail for a spot in the next round of the competition.The pair dancer to Please Mr. Postman by The Marvelettes after a video tape played out of the pair giving a series of cryptic clues including they are "keeping it in the family".Even before they took to the stage, viewers rushed to their keyboards to predict that the couple are sporting hero David Seaman and his professional ice-skater wife Frankie.The pair met while partnered up on ITV show Dancing on Ice back in 2006.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Right calling it now Pillar and Post - David Seaman and wife Frankie! Did u notice the ice skating move?"Another added: "I think David Seaman and Frankie from Dancing on Ice for Pillar and Post."A third person posted: "Pillar and Post has to be David Seaman and wife Frankie.

Speculation over the identities of The Masked Dancer characters is already rife after only two episodes and Prawn Cocktail is the latest fan fixation. After an energetic performance to One Night Only from the musical Dreamgirls the judges - Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, Oti Mabuse and Peter Crouch - were left guessing, with Davina suggesting it might be TV presenter Holly Willoughby behind the mask. However, viewers at home reckon they know who it is with one saying: "Prawn Cocktail is Amber Davies," after claiming they made "west end" references during their VT.

Fans of ITV The Masked Dancer fans think they've worked out the true identity of the mysterious Odd Socks character.The colourful costumed cast member appeared on the ITV show on Saturday (September 3), with big googly eyes and decorated with socks.The Masked Dancer fans and judges were impressed by Odd Socks high energy routine as the character danced to What A Man Gotta Do by the Jonas Brothers. Show bosses teased on social media: "These happy feet won't be uncoordinated," before adding: "They put their HEART and SOCK into that performance." Viewers speculated that Big Brother host Emma Willis is the celebrity inside the costume - with judge Oti Mabuse was convinced whoever it is is "a lady".

The Masked Dancer fans are convinced they have unmasked the identity of Prawn Cocktail after spotting major clues on the ITV dance competition.On Saturday (September 3), the hugely popular talent contest returned to the silver screen with a fresh batch of celebrities ready to blow viewers away with their fancy footwork.Joel Dommett returned as the beloved host alongside the star-studded judging panel Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross, Oti Mabuse and newcomer Peter Crouch as they attempt to work out the celebrities behind the mask.READ MORE:The Masked Dancer fans cringe as they can't 'unsee' Joel Dommett's crotch mishapThis year takes the TV show to a whole new level after 13 celebrities signed up to take part in the beloved series, with extravagant costumes including Pearly King, Scissors, Pillar and Post – the first ever TV duo – to name a few.The hit dancing spin-off show from The Masked Dancer sees the celebrity contestants attempt to baffle the panel of judges and the millions of viewers at home with their impressive moves as they tease their true identity with a slew of clues.On the opening show over the weekend, Candlestick, Scissors, Astronaut, Odd Socks, Prawn Cocktail and Pillar and Post took to the stage.And it’s fair to say many viewers have twigged one of the celebrity contestants already following their clue segment which focused on a slew of musical references, including Dolly Parton.Eagle-eyed viewers were quick to work out the musicals reference was a hint at their possible musical theatre background, as fans flooded to Twitter to share their predictions online.Many viewers pointed out that TV actress Sheridan Smith has a strong relationship with musical theatre, as one user pointed out: “Prawn Cocktail had a

Welcome to Screen Sisters, a collection of conversations about what it means to be a woman working in television both in front of and behind the camera. As well as recognising their contribution to the industry, the series will also examine the highs and lows of working in media, how far television has progressed, and how much further it still has to go. Next up, we're speaking to The Masked Dancer judge and two-time Strictly Come Dancing champion, Oti Mabuse. If there's one word to describe Oti Mabuse's career trajectory, it would be "unique".

Viewers of The Masked Dancer have wasted no time in getting stuck into guessing the identities of the latest extravagant characters to hit our screens. The bonkers spin-off the ITV singing show The Masked Singer returned to screens on Saturday night (September 3) with host Joel Dommett.

The Masked Dancer fans were left with curling toes after they noticed Joel Dommett's unfortunate crotch mishap on the show on Saturday, September 3.When it comes to outfits being a talking point, ordinarily judges Davina McCall and Oti Mabuse's flesh flashing dresses seem to get all of the attention.However, making a change, this time it was host Joel's eye-catching suit that left viewers cringing – with many saying the same thing about his bizarre fashion error. READ MORE: The Masked Dancer's Candlestick's identity 'unmasked' as fans spot major clueDistracted by his crotch area, many fans took to Twitter asking if the presenter had wet himself.It appeared as though the comedian had a patch of blue that didn't blend well with the maroon and black colours of his jacket and trousers.One tweet read: "Unfortunately Joel's trousers make it look as he has big wet patch!"Another echoed: "What is the deal with Joel’s suit today, particularly his trousers… they are a sight I cannot unsee.""Oh dear, Joel trousers make him look if he's wet himself the dark unfortunately placed," joked a third.While others couldn't move on from the positioning of the flowers, adding: "Is it just me or is Joel Dommett's suit awful? The blue flowers seem unfortunately placed on his trousers. Lol."Meanwhile, fans were left speechless as Girls Aloud star Nadine Coyle's ex was the first celebrity to be unveiled on the programme.Jesse Metcalfe put on a brilliant performance as Astronaut but in spite of his epic moves could not seem to win over the crowd.Having received the lowest number of votes by the crowd, Jesse was asked to remove his mask and reveal his identity.

THE Masked Dancer fans were quick to react as footie ace Peter Crouch joined the judging panel. The former England striker, 41, replaced comedian Mo Gilligan as show judge for the second season of the ITV series - yet some fans were left stunned.

The Masked Dancer UK viewers were quick to cast their verdict on Peter Crouch as he took to the guessing panel for the first time. The all-moving and shaking version of the bonkers ITV singing competition returned to screens on Saturday night (September 3) with a fresh batch of famous faces hiding behind a mask.

ITV show returned to screens with a fresh batch of celebrities shimmying and shaking in elaborate costumes. The show’s host Joel Dommett appeared alongside the judging panel of newcomer Peter Crouch, Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross and Oti Mabuse, who are tasked with guessing the celebrity identities. This year's show sees a record number of 13 celebrities taking part in this series, with costumes including Pearly King, Pillar and Post – the first ever duo – Scissors and several more.

ITV show returned to screens with a fresh batch of celebrities displaying their fancy footwork. The show’s host Joel Dommett appeared alongside the judging panel of newcomer Peter Crouch, Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross and Oti Mabuse, who are tasked with guessing the celebrity identities.

The Masked Dancer fans think they have already rumbled the identity of Candlestick as the hit ITV show returned to televisions on Saturday night. During the episode, Candlestick took to the stage to dance in front of the panel - Oti Mabuse, Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross and Peter Crouch - to Relight My Fire by Take That.

THE Masked Dancer's Astronaut was revealed tonight to be Hollywood star Jesse Metcalfe. Judge Oti Mabuse was left screaming: "It's my high school crush" as he whipped off his spaceman's helmet.

The Masked Dancer is back and as baffling as ever as a celebrity panel and viewers watching at home attempt to work out who is dancing in disguise. An all-star cast are showcasing their dazzling dance moves while covered from head to toe in extravagant and elaborate costumes.