Book IWD Speaker: Oti Mabuse

Professional Dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, Panellist on The Masked Dancer & Judge on Dancing on Ice

Oti Mabuse is one of the most recognisable figures in British entertainment, with a career that spans elite dance, prime time television, publishing and presenting. Trained in Latin and ballroom, she first captured public attention as a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, where her technical brilliance and warmth made her a firm favourite with audiences.

Her influence quickly expanded beyond the dancefloor. Oti became Dance Captain on The Greatest Dancer, guiding performers under pressure and shaping standout routines, then joined the judging panel on Dancing on Ice and The Masked Dancer. These roles cemented her reputation as a leader who combines discipline with empathy, offering insight without intimidation.

Away from competition formats, Oti has built a varied and credible media career. She has appeared regularly on Loose Women and This Morning, showing a thoughtful, articulate voice on culture, confidence and wellbeing. Her television credits include Celebrity MasterChef, The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer, I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel, each revealing a different side of her personality and resilience.

Oti is also a published author, with Dance with Oti and Dance with Oti: The Lion Samba, encouraging children to express themselves through movement and creativity. As a presenter, Oti Mabuse: My South Africa offered a personal exploration of identity, heritage and belonging, adding depth to her public profile and broadening her appeal beyond entertainment.

As a speaker, Oti is especially popular for International Women’s Day events. She speaks candidly about confidence, ambition and navigating male-dominated spaces, grounded in lived experience rather than slogans. One example she often shares is learning to lead rehearsal rooms early in her career, balancing authority with authenticity. For organisations seeking an uplifting, credible and inspiring voice, Oti Mabuse connects powerfully with diverse audiences and leaves a lasting impression.

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