Johannes Radebe stars as Lola in Kinky Boots on stage and returns to Strictly Come Dancing this autumn.

Johannes Radebe, the Strictly Come Dancing pro known for seven seasons, is starring as Lola in the stage production of Kinky Boots, following his 2025 run with actress Alex Kingston. Appearing on ITV’s Lorraine, he previewed the role, praised for his stage presence. Though he didn’t win the Glitterball, he confirmed plans to return to Strictly Come Dancing this autumn, marking a new phase balancing theatre and television.