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Johannes Radebe Reaffirms Strictly Return and Secures West End Debut in Kinky Boots

Radebe dismissed quitting rumours on Instagram after BBC One confirmed his return for the 2025 series ahead of a March–July 2026 run as Lola at the London Coliseum.

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Overview

  • Johannes Radebe will return to Strictly Come Dancing for its 2025 series following BBC One’s official confirmation.
  • He took to Instagram to categorically deny quitting rumours, emphasising his commitment to the show for as long as possible.
  • Radebe will reprise the role of drag queen Lola in Kinky Boots at the London Coliseum from March 17 to July 11, 2026, with previews at Curve, Leicester beginning March 3.
  • Tickets for his West End run go on sale July 15, 2025, marking his first major musical theatre stint in London.
  • Since joining Strictly in 2018 and making history with the first all-male partnership in 2021, Radebe has become a leading advocate for representation in dance.