Oti Mabuse leaves Strictly Come Dancing after seven years as a professional: ‘It was a great time’

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Oti Mabuse leaves Strictly come to dance After seven years as a professional partner.

The 31-year-old South African dancer has appeared on BBC One since 2015 and most recently became a judge on the latest ITV series. dancing on IceWhich sparked speculation about his future with him strictly.

She is the only dancer in the history of BBC dance shows to win two consecutive series, having won with soap opera star Kelvin Fletcher in 2019 and comedian Bill Bailey in 2020.

Mabuse said of his decision: “It’s never easy to say goodbye. You’ve been part of the most amazing TV show, Strictly come to dance Over the past seven years and it’s been a great time.

“Raise the glitter ball twice and have the best flight with all the celebrities, but also meet and work with the best of the amazing cast, crew, producers, celebrities and professional dancers! You are my family and I adore you all forever.”

Mabuse said she was “frankly very grateful to the BBC and will always remember that.” strictly And the BBC took me to the UK, which I now call my home and I’ve learned and grown a lot. – Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

She added, “I cannot describe in words how difficult this decision was, but I decided not to return for the next series.

“Dancing will always be my first love to everyone, especially my family, friends, stern fans and judges who have supported me throughout my rigorous journey, thank you for being so amazing! You are indispensable in my heart and made every day unforgettable! I love you.”

At the end of her post, she said, “I will always keep dancing! I will never forget my thoroughly amazing experience!”

Motsy Mabuz, his sister and a member of strictly The jury said, “Time to fly, girl! I am proud of you, bold and brave and eager to see your dreams come true.”

Companion strictly Professionals like Dianne Buswell, Luba Mushtuk and Graziano Di Prima and former contestants like Dr. Rang Singh wished the dancer well.

Rumors about Oti Mabuse’s future strictly He began making the rounds late last year when it was announced that he would replace John Barrowman as a judge at dancing on Ice.

Sarah James is Executive Producer of Strictly come to danceMabuse praised the role he played during his time on the show.

She said, “Oti has been a really great part of strictly During the past seven years.

“Her energy, creativity and talent contributed to many of the most memorable moments on the show, and she will be missed very often, not only by viewers, but by the entire team.

“She has left behind an incredible legacy as the only professional dancer to lift the Glitterball Cup for two consecutive years.

“We couldn’t be more proud of Oti and what he accomplished on the show. She will always be in the heart of our strict family and we wish her every success in her already bright future.”

Strictly Come Dancing will return to BBC One for its 20th series later this year.

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