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Powys County Times
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Oti Mabuse ‘delighted' as she receives Freedom of the City of London
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Oti Mabuse has received the Freedom of the City of London. The 34-year-old South African has been recognised for her 'significant achievements in contemporary dance and her charitable work'. She has had a successful dancing career, winning the South African Latin American championships eight times and is one of the most successful professionals to have appeared on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, having won the show two years in a row. To be following in the footsteps of legends of the arts and entertainment industry, including Sir Matthew Bourne, Dame Judi Dench, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Giles Terera, and Strictly's very own Len Goodman, feels quite remarkable Mabuse, who attended a ceremony at Guildhall with family and friends on Wednesday, said: 'I am delighted to have received the Freedom of the City of London for my dance and charitable work, and I am very grateful to Chris Hayward and Keith Bottomley for nominating me. 'To be following in the footsteps of legends of the arts and entertainment industry, including Sir Matthew Bourne, Dame Judi Dench, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Giles Terera, and Strictly's very own Len Goodman, feels quite remarkable.' Mr Hayward is the policy chairman of the City of London Corporation, while Mr Bottomley is the sheriff-elect of the City of London. Former Strictly head judge Goodman died in 2023 aged 78. Mabuse won Strictly in 2019 and 2020 and has also appeared on The Greatest Dancer as a dance captain and as a judge on ITV's Dancing on Ice. Mr Hayward said: 'Having won a clutch of dance titles during her career and a place in our hearts, mostly, down to her appearances on the hugely popular 'Strictly', I am sure that Oti's Freedom will be welcomed warmly by her many admirers. 'Away from the dance world, her work with Unicef to raise awareness of the support needed by premature babies and their mothers, is highly commendable, and I am very happy to join my colleague, Keith Bottomley, in nominating Oti for the Freedom.' Mr Bottomley said: 'As well as impressing us on the dance floor, Oti Mabuse's charitable work with women and young people in communities across London, and overseas with Unicef, deserves our admiration and respect. 'It has been a pleasure to nominate Oti to be admitted into the Freedom, and I am sure that she will have very happy memories of today for many years to come.' The tradition of the freedom of the city is believed to date back to 1237.
The Independent
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Oti Mabuse ‘delighted' as she receives Freedom of the City of London
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Oti Mabuse has received the Freedom of the City of London. The 34-year-old South African has been recognised for her 'significant achievements in contemporary dance and her charitable work'. She has had a successful dancing career, winning the South African Latin American championships eight times and is one of the most successful professionals to have appeared on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, having won the show two years in a row. To be following in the footsteps of legends of the arts and entertainment industry, including Sir Matthew Bourne, Dame Judi Dench, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Giles Terera, and Strictly's very own Len Goodman, feels quite remarkable Mabuse, who attended a ceremony at Guildhall with family and friends on Wednesday, said: 'I am delighted to have received the Freedom of the City of London for my dance and charitable work, and I am very grateful to Chris Hayward and Keith Bottomley for nominating me. 'To be following in the footsteps of legends of the arts and entertainment industry, including Sir Matthew Bourne, Dame Judi Dench, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Giles Terera, and Strictly's very own Len Goodman, feels quite remarkable.' Mr Hayward is the policy chairman of the City of London Corporation, while Mr Bottomley is the sheriff-elect of the City of London. Former Strictly head judge Goodman died in 2023 aged 78. Mabuse won Strictly in 2019 and 2020 and has also appeared on The Greatest Dancer as a dance captain and as a judge on ITV's Dancing on Ice. Mr Hayward said: 'Having won a clutch of dance titles during her career and a place in our hearts, mostly, down to her appearances on the hugely popular 'Strictly', I am sure that Oti's Freedom will be welcomed warmly by her many admirers. 'Away from the dance world, her work with Unicef to raise awareness of the support needed by premature babies and their mothers, is highly commendable, and I am very happy to join my colleague, Keith Bottomley, in nominating Oti for the Freedom.' Mr Bottomley said: 'As well as impressing us on the dance floor, Oti Mabuse's charitable work with women and young people in communities across London, and overseas with Unicef, deserves our admiration and respect. 'It has been a pleasure to nominate Oti to be admitted into the Freedom, and I am sure that she will have very happy memories of today for many years to come.' The tradition of the freedom of the city is believed to date back to 1237. Past recipients include comedian, actor and writer Sir Lenny Henry and Lady Mary Peters, who won an Olympic gold medal in the athletics pentathlon in 1972, as well as Sir Chris Hoy and his wife, Lady Sarra Hoy.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Oti Mabuse ‘delighted' as she receives Freedom of the City of London
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Oti Mabuse has received the Freedom of the City of London. The 34-year-old South African has been recognised for her 'significant achievements in contemporary dance and her charitable work'. She has had a successful dancing career, winning the South African Latin American championships eight times and is one of the most successful professionals to have appeared on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, having won the show two years in a row. To be following in the footsteps of legends of the arts and entertainment industry, including Sir Matthew Bourne, Dame Judi Dench, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Giles Terera, and Strictly's very own Len Goodman, feels quite remarkable Mabuse, who attended a ceremony at Guildhall with family and friends on Wednesday, said: 'I am delighted to have received the Freedom of the City of London for my dance and charitable work, and I am very grateful to Chris Hayward and Keith Bottomley for nominating me. 'To be following in the footsteps of legends of the arts and entertainment industry, including Sir Matthew Bourne, Dame Judi Dench, Sir Cameron Mackintosh, Giles Terera, and Strictly's very own Len Goodman, feels quite remarkable.' Mr Hayward is the policy chairman of the City of London Corporation, while Mr Bottomley is the sheriff-elect of the City of London. Former Strictly head judge Goodman died in 2023 aged 78. Mabuse won Strictly in 2019 and 2020 and has also appeared on The Greatest Dancer as a dance captain and as a judge on ITV's Dancing on Ice. Mr Hayward said: 'Having won a clutch of dance titles during her career and a place in our hearts, mostly, down to her appearances on the hugely popular 'Strictly', I am sure that Oti's Freedom will be welcomed warmly by her many admirers. 'Away from the dance world, her work with Unicef to raise awareness of the support needed by premature babies and their mothers, is highly commendable, and I am very happy to join my colleague, Keith Bottomley, in nominating Oti for the Freedom.' Mr Bottomley said: 'As well as impressing us on the dance floor, Oti Mabuse's charitable work with women and young people in communities across London, and overseas with Unicef, deserves our admiration and respect. 'It has been a pleasure to nominate Oti to be admitted into the Freedom, and I am sure that she will have very happy memories of today for many years to come.' The tradition of the freedom of the city is believed to date back to 1237. Past recipients include comedian, actor and writer Sir Lenny Henry and Lady Mary Peters, who won an Olympic gold medal in the athletics pentathlon in 1972, as well as Sir Chris Hoy and his wife, Lady Sarra Hoy.
Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Strictly's Oti Mabuse sports affordable £22 tennis dress to Wimbledon
Strictly Come Dancing's Oti Mabuse was spotted wearing one of the most affordable celebrity Wimbledon looks yet in a 'beautiful' £22 tennis dress Wimbledon is almost over for another year, and we've had one of the most stylish and best dressed Championship yet with celebs acing their courtside fashion. From Frankie Bridge's chic pinstripe Karen Millen midi dress, currently £149.50 here to Samantha Cameron's Cefinn seersucker dress, £290 here and Louise Thompson's on-theme Lulu Guiness strawberry punnet handbag, available to rent from £5.16 a day here, we've spotted some amazing outfits. And the latest celeb to catch our eye in potentially the most affordable look yet is Strictly Come Dancing 's Oti Mabuse. The pro dancer headed to Wimbledon earlier this weeking sporting a £22 tennis dress from Tu Clothing. The REAKTIV Navy Tennis Dress is actually from the range that Oti is an ambassador for, and is totally on theme for Wimbledon. If you're after something that's the perfect mix of sporty and stylish, this blue marl polo tennis dress ticks all the boxes. The classic white collar gives it that preppy, polished feel, while the moisture-wicking fabric will keep you cool and airy whether you're actually playing tennis or heading to watch a match yourself. It's soft, flowy and easy to move around in. Just throw on some chunky white trainers, and a slogan cap for the ultimate athleisure look. Equally, take a page out of Oti's style book and dress it up for Centre Court with a pair of white heels and some minimalist jewellery. With its flattering cut and smart detailing, this dress definintely works for slightlier fancier outings too and Oti has just proved it. This is the kind of piece you'll be reaching for day after day. If you're on the lookout for more tennis dresses to add to your activewear wardrobe, Abercrombie's YPB motionTEK Halter Bubble Hem Mini Dress is currently half price at £32.50 down from £65. While ASOS' 4505 active halter neck tennis dress with under shorts, priced at £32, is another that can be dressed up or down depending on what look you're going for.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Graham Norton and Sir Michael Palin join Henley Literary Festival line-up
Comedy legend John Cleese and actor and presenter Sir Michael Palin will feature at this autumn's Henley Literary Festival. Mr Cleese will discuss Fawlty Towers while Sir Michael will share insights into Venezuela at the event that will take place between October 3 and 12. They will be joined by a host of familiar faces from TV, sports, children's literature, and crime writing. John Cleese (Image: Henley Literary Festival) Festival director Harriet Reed said: 'From the menopause, farming, and the impact of empire to much-loved sitcoms, record-breaking sports stars, and wonderful children's authors and illustrators, we are so excited to share our most eclectic line-up and yet." Dame Mary Berry, who celebrated her 90th birthday in March, will be giving a talk, while Graham Norton, who previously delighted virtual audiences during lockdown, will be making his return to the festival. Mary Berry (Image: Henley Literary Festival) Professional dancer and Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse will be making her debut appearance at the festival. Oti Mabuse (Image: Michael Wharley) A host of stars familiar to younger audiences are also lined up, including Hugh Bonneville, who starred in Paddington, the UK's best-selling poet Donna Ashworth, award-winning author-illustrator Emily Gravett, and farmer Kaleb Cooper, who has risen to fame since appearing on Clarkson's Farm. Kaleb Cooper (Image: Ellis O'Brien) Sathnam Sanghera, author of Empireland, is returning to Henley with Empireworld, in conversation with Gary Younge. Also on the roster is Lord Heseltine, returning to his old constituency to reflect on his life with Simon Walters of The Independent. MENOLicious co-authors Mariella Frostrup and Belles Berry will be sharing food and health tips for anyone navigating midlife changes. Gavin and Stacey star and local resident Joanna Page will discuss her autobiography Lush!, with her sitcom co-star Larry Lamb joining All Creatures Great and Small actor Carol Drinkwater. For sports fans, England men's most capped rugby union player Ben Youngs will feature with his memoir, and Test Match Special favourite Phil Tufnell will deliver a timely look at the Ashes. Ben Youngs (Image: Jack Margerison) Thrillers dominate this year with an evening hosted by crime fiction enthusiast and Olympic icon Dame Katherine Grainger. Death in Paradise and Marlow Murder Club creator Robert Thorogood will join Jeremy Vine, who will present his first crime novel Murder on Line One. Jeremy Vine (Image: Toby Madden) The festival will offer more than 120 events at venues across the town. Previously announced speakers include Michael Morpurgo, Denise Lewis, Raymond Blanc, Mary Beard, Ben Okri, Joanna Lumley, Simon Armitage, and Cressida Cowell. The full programme will be revealed early next month, with tickets on sale to Gold and Platinum Friends on July 4, Friends of the Festival on July 8, and general public on July 14.
