Motsi Mabuse: Last News

Strictly Come Dancing fans were not impressed as the results of Monday night's semi-finals saw Will Mellor leave the competition.

 Motsi Mabuse, 41, has fired back at criticism about the way she handles her judging duties on Strictly Come Dancing.The BBC star gave a witty response to one unimpressed viewer, who complained that she “never gives any advice or criticism”.Yesterday, Twitter user Denolzio asked: “Is there any reason why Motsi is on Strictly? “She never gives any advice or criticism and everything is wonderful and great according to her.”Motsi hit back at the suggestion in view of her 81,600 followers, giving an answer that was dripping in irony. “Never. Just to tick that box, you know?” she wrote with a string of laughing emojis.“…Oh dancing I learned from YouTube videos in Africa with the lions and cheetahs!” Motsi continued teasingly. Motsi’s followers took to the comments section to send messages of support to the professional dancer. “Is this person even watching the show properly?” asked Davinia.

STRICTLY Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse left fans in hysterics after a huge wardrobe blunder. The BBC favourite, 41, took to the Strictly stage with head judge Shirley Ballas before filming for the Musicals Week live show began.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's Hamza Yassin paid a sweet tribute to his brother in a rare picture of them together. The dancing sensation and devoted family man put the spotlight on his sibling Karrar on his special day.

STRICTLY’S Motsi Mabuse is facing legal action from her ex-husband after she accused him of being controlling in her autobiography. Timo Kulczak says Motsi’s claims that he stopped her having a baby, restricted her access to money and decided what she ate are “simply not true” and “just to push book sales”.

Fleur East, 35, and Vito Coppola, 30, took to the floor to perform a sensational Samba tonight on Strictly Come Dancing.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were stunned to say goodbye to James Bye tonight after he was booted out in Halloween week. The EastEnders star, 38, found himself in the bottom two with popstar Fleur East, 35, on Sunday's results show. James and pro partner Amy Dowden tried to impress with their Charleston to Bumble Bee by LaVern Baker.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse, 41, has been mischievously described as a "diva" for having an entourage backstage to do her hair and makeup. Meanwhile, sidestepping the criticism, the star posted a photo of herself and fellow female judge Shirley Ballas, marvelling that the anniversary special was "an interesting show"."Girls just want to have fun @ShirleyBallas!!" Motsi captioned the photo of the pair of them, as she showed off her bright red sequin dress and an attention-grabbing red lipstick to match.However, Craig has already hit back that the incredible makeup she models during the shows is the result of a hard-working team of six.“Motsi’s got six people in her dressing room doing the make-up, the lipstick, the eyes, the false eyelashes, her hair, her dress.She’s a diva," Craig exclaimed.Meanwhile, he insisted to the Sun: "I have no one...

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were left furious at head judge Shirley Ballas this evening over 'inconsistent scoring’. Viewers branded her ‘jealous’ after she gave Kym Marsh low scores once again and many called for the 62-year-old to go.

Shirley Ballas, 62, posted a picture of her and Motsi Mabuse, 41, on social media laughing away on the most recent Strictly Come Dancing live show, Motsi was quick to reciprocate Shirley’s affirmation, sharing on her own social media page that she hoped there would be “many years of laughing” to come.The pair’s public display of affection comes soon after some members of the public called for Shirley to be removed from the panel after she was accused of preferring male celebrity dancers to women.Shirley and Motsi’s friendship was plain to see after Shirley posted the following to her 81,700 followers on Twitter: “Cherry on the cake @MOTSI_MABUSE we laughed so much yesterday.“Brilliant lady, love sitting next to you.“You are a star x @bbcstrictly.”In response to Shirley’s high praise, Motsi was not short of admiration for her fellow judge.Replying to the tweet, Motsi wrote to her 76,500 followers: “With my dearest @ShirleyBallas.To many years of laughing like this.”Sharing their friendship online, it was clear that despite speculation, many fans of Strictly want the panel to remain exactly how it is.User Ioana Vladoi wrote: “Love you both! You just bring so much happiness every Saturday.”And Jackie Carreira also added: “You two make me wish I was in your gang!”With many calling the pair “friendship goals,” there was one disgruntled Twitter user who shared his option on Shirley’s judging style.User Charlie Smorley commented: “Why are you giving Matt Goss low score he so doing very well and giving who are really rubbish at dancing higher score for don’t make sense.“You used to be my favourite Judge but I’ve seen a nasty side to you and I’m very disappointed in you shouldnt be on the show anymore ROOD.” (sic)Replying to the

Motsi Mabuse, 41, has judged on Strictly Come Dancing since 2019, taking over the role from Darcey Bussell, joining Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood on the panel. Having since opened her own dance school, Motsi has reflected on her own experiences in South Africa as a child where she received heavy "emotional abuse and manipulation" as well as physical abuse from her dance teachers.Motsi, who was born in Mankwe, South Africa, started dancing when she was six years old and was competing by the time she turned 11.The BBC star has now opened up about the physical and emotional abuse she received from some of her dance teachers.Speaking at the Cheltenham Literature Festival, Motsi admitted: "Some of them [my dance teachers] were good and inspirational but some of the relationships were abusive."And, you know, when you speak about abuse, sometimes people tend to be like, 'Yeah, where did he hit you? How did he hit you? Show me pictures.'"But stuff like manipulation and emotional abuse, those are kind of things you can't see.

Motsi Mabuse wreaked havoc in the Strictly Come Dancing studio when she accidentally broke her chair in two.She wreaked havoc on the chair after Fleur East performed her steamy Argentine Tango routine with show pro Vito Coppola during Saturday night's live show (October 15).Motsi got so excited by the saucy dance that she accidentally snapped her chair and later claimed she needed to "control" herself.READ MORE: Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse leaves co-star upset as she forgets his name The hilarious incident came during the judges' feedback, which saw Fleur receive a ton of praise from the judges.Famously strict judge Craig Revel Horwood announced: "That dance is the one to beat," which prompted a roaring cheer from the audience.When host Tess Daly turned to Motsi for her feedback, it was clear the dancing pro was over the moon with Fleur's dancing chops.Motsi replied: "Wow, wow, wow!" before leaping out of her chair and towards the table, but when she lunged forward her chair fell back onto the floor.Craig rushed to pick it up for her and couldn't help laughing when he reaised the chair had been broken in two.Tess declared: "The chair's broken!" and Motsi was left in stitches at her epic blunder as she sat back down in the damaged chair.Tess added: "She has a cushion now - thank you, Craig!" before joking: "She's overwhelmed, safe to say."Motsi agreed: "Yes, I have to control myself" but admitted she couldn't and heaped praise on Fleur and Vito for their routine.Strictly fans couldn't help joking about Motsi's chair gaffe on Twitter during the episode.One quipped: "An Argentine tango SO good it broke Motsi's chair...

Strictly Come Dancing's Fleur East has made an incredible comeback after she and professional partner Vito Coppola landed in the bottom two last week. The 34 year old singer, who recently confessed her husband watches her "hot and steamy" routines, appeared on stage wearing a figure-hugging black and red dress with a thigh-high slit. Vito, 30, matched her outfit as he donned a red shirt underneath a black waistcoat.

Will Mellor had Strictly Come Dancing fans worried on Saturday night as he took to the dancefloor again on the BBC dance contest. The Coronation Street star, who has had fans of the BBC dance contest hot under the collar with his 'snake hips' still dazzled with his moves on Saturday night, but viewers were concerned that he wasn't well.

Comedian Jayde Adams broke down in tears after Strictly Come Dancing enabled her to fulfil her promise to her older sister. An emotional Jaye performed the tear-jerking ballad Wind Beneath My Wings from the classic film Beaches with her pro dance partner Karen Hauer.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has said Tony Adams "looks like he's had two lives" in a savage joke about his appearance.The 56-year-old made the comment after he was told that the former Arsenal captain was 55.During an interview with Aimee Fuller on her Monday Mile podcast, the judge was asked if he felt sorry for older contestants, such as Tony, who is now 56. Anton replied saying he didn't know how old he was, but was swiftly taken aback when the presenter informed him.He then said: "Crikey Moses! He's had a hard time, a difficult paper round that was wasn't it?"He looks like he's lived two lives, he does."James Jordan defends Tony Adams after Strictly star goes full montyAnton went on to acknowledge that they were pretty much the same age and joked that he looked younger.In response to the original question, he added that he did have sympathy for older contestants competing on the show.Despite his age, Tony didn't shy away from stripping down live on the show last weekend as he danced a Samba routine.Alongside his professional dance partner Katya Jones, he showcased his moves to You Sexy Thing from The Full Monty.Speaking after the routine, Anton said: "I reckon if I was still a professional dancer I’d be with you."It’s everything Strictly Come Dancing is and you are amazing, well done."Motsi Mabuse said she'd love to watch it again, while Craig Revel Horwood was left speechless by the performance.Head judge Shirley chimed in that while there wasn't much Samba routine, he had a "good pelvic roll".Despite being praised by fans for his efforts, the dancing duo received the lowest score of the night with 18 out of 40 points.This however didn't stop them from getting through to week four as they narrowly

Vick Hope has spoken exclusively to HELLO! about the way she and other women in the entertainment industry support each other – and it's so inspiring.MORE: Exclusive: Vick Hope talks feeling pressure on Strictly – and who she's backing this yearA guest at HELLO!'s recent Inspiration Awards at London's Corinthia Hotel, the star told us about a WhatsApp group for black celebrity women started by her friend, former Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse, which aims to celebrate each other's achievements.WATCH: Vick Hope reveals who's she's backing on Strictly!When asked who Vick thinks is the kindest person in the public eye, she revealed:"Oti Mabuse, who I just think is the sweetest, kindest person. It's all about lifting other people up.

Motsi Mabuse, 41, who is best known for being one of the four judges on Strictly Come Dancing sat down with Dr Alex George to discuss how their mental health plays a part with how they exercise and vice versa.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans have branded Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer's leotard-clad routine as "absolutely glorious" and a triumph for body positivity. The BBC duo performed a lively Cha Cha Cha to Flashdance track What A Feeling to wrap up Strictly Come Dancing's Movie Week.

STRICTLY Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse gave Ellie Simmonds some kind words of wisdom as she became emotional following the live show. The Paralympian, 27, danced a Quickstep to Peppy and George by Ludovico Bource, with Strictly Come Dancing pro Nikita Kuzmin, in the BBC show's Movie Week. Yet despite being praised for her running sections in the sequence, and how she got into character, Ellie seemed upset in the aftermath.