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Strictly Come Dancing's judges wil go up “against each other” to do a big dance number alongside the professionals, a sneak peek has revealed. Dressed in black, judges Shirley Ballas, Anton Du Beke, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse show the contestants what they are looking for as the celebrity dancing show returns to TV on Saturday, 16 September.

Last week, much-loved former Strictly pro Oti Mabuse and her husband Marius Lepure made the delightful announcement that they're expecting their first child together. And 2021 contestant and Loose Women panellist Judi Love this week wished the loved-up couple a huge congratulations, predicting Oti's sister, Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse "will be the best auntie ever". Writing in her OK! column this week, Judi, 43, gushed: "That baby is being born into an incredible family legacy – I already know that he/she is going to come out dancing!" Register for FREE to read this article in full.

Some celebrities are synonymous with certain months of the year – just think Michael Bublé and December. September, however, firmly belongs to Motsi Mabuse.The month marks the start of Strictly Come Dancing, when the dancer emerges from her forest – yes, forest – and swaps her idyllic life in Germany with her husband Evgenij Voznyuk and their five-year-old daughter for sequins and the samba. Motsi, 42, admits that it doesn’t take any coaxing to get her out of her woodland home and into the BBC ballroom as soon as a new season kicks off.

Fans have said they're 'so sorry' as Shirley Ballas led tributes as the Strictly Come Dancing team mourned a tragic loss. The dance contest's head judge took to Instagram to share her own tribute following the death of designer and former dancer Luca Sartori.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Amy Dowden has revealed that she has blood clots as she returned home amid her breast cancer battle. The 33 year old ballroom star announced her diagnosis in May of this year, as doctors told her she had stage three breast cancer, but she vowed to "get back on that dance floor".

Head Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has wowed fans as she stripped off for a bikini and heels photoshoot in her garden. She shared a number of pictures in different swimwear and dresses, including a colourful geometric bikini, a royal blue, floral-patterned swimming costume, and a black knee-length dress. In the caption, the 62 year old reminded followers to “love yourself” and that she was inspired by her friend and fellow dance judge, Motsi Mabuse.

Shirley Ballas has been flooded with compliments as she stunned her fans and followers with a string of snaps while modelling her co-star's swimwear range. The Strictly Come Dancing star was kindly sent an array of different bikinis and other beachwear by fellow judge Motsi Mabuse.

Anton Du Beke is one of the more mysterious Strictly Come Dancing stars - and even kept his exact age under wraps for years. Anton, 57, was part of the show’s original line up and spent a decade and a half starring as one of the show’s dancers, before moving over to the judging panel in 2020.The pro was originally supposed to be a temporary replacement for Motsi Mabuse, who was isolating with the coronavirus at the time, but proved to be such a hit that he became a permanent addition to the panel in 2021. It hasn’t always been smooth sailing for Anton on the show, though, as he’s been plagued by rumours of a feud with Bruno Tonioli, who he replaced on the judging panel.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Strictly Come Dancing dancer Amy Dowden has opened up about her chemotherapy journey, as she says she wants to “help raise awareness” and “hopefully get others checking.” The 32 year old was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in May 2023 and initially underwent a single mastectomy. However, she’s now shared that she has to undergo chemotherapy after doctors discovered “another type of cancer”.

Strictly Come Dancing star Aljaž Škorjanec has shared his first update since becoming a dad after Janette Manrara gave birth to their first child. The loved-up couple announced back in February that they were set to become parents this summer.

Fans have been given the first hint at when Strictly Come Dancing will be returning in 2023 as line-up rumours ramp up. It's been seven months since the dazzling final of the 2022 edition of the BBC One dance contest.

As a whole host of singers, dancers, and actors performed at tonight’s (Sunday 7 May) Coronation concert, the glamorous looks came in thick and fast. And one star who didn’t miss the chance to go all out with their look was South African dancer Motsi Mabuse, who shared a sneak peek at her look on Instagram before her performance.

Motsi Mabuse is being sued by her ex-husband Timo Kulczak after he alleged that she made "untrue" statements about him and their marriage in her autobiography. In her 2022 memoir, the Strictly Come Dancing judge, 42, claimed that during their 11-year marriage, Timo, 45, paid her an allowance from her own earnings as a dance teacher and her TV appearances.

Amanda Holden and Motsi Mabuse form part of a celebrity coaching line-up that will mentor a new choir ahead of their performance in front of the King and Queen Consort at the Coronation Concert next month. A BBC programme will explore how the 300 singers were brought together from diverse backgrounds to perform at the event at Windsor Castle in May.

Oti and Motsi Mabuse have became regulars on our screens over recent years, with the sisters both going on carve out impressive careers in TV. Motsi, 41, is best known for being a judge on Strictly Come Dancing while Oti, 32, was previously a professional dancer on the BBC One show and is now a judge on Dancing on Ice. The sisters are now appearing on ITV's DNA Journey together, with their moving episode seeing them head to South Africa to find out more about their family connections.

Strictly Come Dancing stars judge Motsi and dancer Oti Mabuse suffered an immense family tragedy when their brother took his own life. Sisters Motsi, 41 and Oti, 32, were left devastated after their half-brother Neo took his own life at the age of 18 while they were growing up in the South African township of Mabopane, near the capital, Pretoria. Not only did his death leave the whole family distraught, but it also meant the family were shunned by superstitious locals who thought it would bring bad luck to anyone associating with the family.

Helen Skelton has joked she is 'ruining her kids' lives as she shared the reality of motherhood with her followers. It came after the Countryfile host took to Instagram over the weekend and said there were 'no words needed' as she marked Mother's Day.

Emma Willis became emotional during the Big Red Nose Day Challenge as she received a video message from her husband Matt as she climbed Cairn Gorm Mountain alongside TV star Rylan and dancer Oti Mabuse. As the trio stopped for the night, they each received video messages from a loved one, with Emma's being from her husband, Busted star Matt Willis. He began: "Hi baby, it seems so bonkers what you're doing right now.

Controversial ballroom dancer and TV personality James Jordan has never been one to hold back when it comes to giving his opinion. And the father-of-one, who appeared as a professional on Strictly Come Dancing from 2006 to 2013, hasn't spared his thoughts when it comes to the current judging panel of the hit BBC celebrity competition.

Channel 5 news presenter Dan Walker has said he is 'glad to be alive' after being hit by a car.

Strictly Come Dancing's Motsi Mabuse was the picture of elegance in a stunning bridal jumpsuit as she and Evgenij Voznyuk renewed their wedding vows in the Maldives. Motsi has taken to Instagram to share several snaps from the intimate celebration in paradise.The Strictly judge wore a stunning strapless white jumpsuit with flowy legs as she went barefoot to the vow renewal on the beach. Her hair was styled into small braids and pulled back into a chic bun at the back of her head as she carried a bouquet of white roses.

Line of Duty star Adrian Dunbar is set to star on ITV's DNA Journey to uncover details of their ancestry which will air later this year.

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

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.

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.

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.

Jayde Adams moved Strictly Come Dancing viewers with her body positive message during rehearsals for her Flashdance performance with Karen Hauer.The pair were the last to perform this week, Saturday 8 October, and did a Cha Cha Cha to What A Feeling from the well-loved 80s cult classic. Jayde, 37, said this week was about “showing dancers come in all shapes and sizes” as the pair donned matching glittery leotards and knee-high black boots – scoring 29. Motsi Mabuse said: “Thank you so much for that moment, I think it is beautiful to show that dancing is inclusive for everyone.

Will Mellor had Strictly fans 'confused' as they watched him channel Patrick Swayze in the raunchy film Dirty Dancing on Saturday night's show. Will, who had Corrie fans gripped as drug dealer Harvey Gaskell in the ITV soap, caused Strictly Come Dancing viewers to go all hot under the collar as he and professional dance partner Nancy Xu performed the American Smooth to Cry To Me from the 1987 movie.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were quick to gush over Molly Rainford after she debuted her brunette hair transformation.Taking to the dancefloor on Saturday 8 October to perform the Waltz alongside her partner Carlos Gu, Molly looked almost unrecognisable with dark hair. Wearing a beautiful white dress which she accessorised with a red belt, Molly wowed viewers with her outfit.The CBBC presenter is known for her beautiful blonde tresses, so Strictly fans were pleasantly surprised by her new look.