Strictly Come Dancing favourite Oti Mabuse has delighted fans after announcing that she is expecting her second child with husband Marius Iepure, sharing the heartfelt news in a beautifully styled family photoshoot.
“Baby No. 2 is joining the dance party, and our hearts are about to get a whole lot fuller,” Oti said in an emotional message that quickly melted hearts across social media.
The announcement was accompanied by a series of stunning images showing Oti glowing in a vibrant orange dress as she stood proudly with her family in front of a fireplace decorated with a sign reading “Baby Number 2”.
In one particularly sweet moment, their young daughter can be seen gently reaching out to touch her mother’s growing bump, while another image captures Oti playfully cradling her husband’s stomach, adding a light-hearted and loving touch to the celebration.
The news sparked an immediate wave of congratulations from across the entertainment world, with fans and celebrity friends flooding the comments with love and excitement.
Oti’s sister, Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse, was among the first to react, warmly celebrating the expanding family, while former Strictly host Zoe Ball also sent heartfelt wishes. Professional dancers Karen Hauer and Gorka Márquez joined in, sharing their own messages of joy and support.
The professional dancer has previously spoken openly about her desire to grow her family, once revealing she would love “as many children as she can afford,” reflecting her deep value for motherhood alongside her career.
Oti also previously shared that her first pregnancy came with significant challenges, as her daughter was born prematurely and required a six-week stay in hospital. That experience, she has said, strengthened her and gave her a new sense of purpose.
Now, she continues to balance her thriving television career with motherhood, viewing her professional success as a way to build a brighter future for her family.
As fans celebrate the news, one thing is clear — the Mabuse family’s “dance party” is about to get even more joyful. 💃🍼
