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Johannes Radebe Has A Message For Strictly Come Dancing Fans Concerned About His New Role

Johannes Radebe Has A Message For Strictly Come Dancing Fans Concerned About His New Role

Published by Sam Flores

Johannes Radebe Johannes Radebe is opening up about his upcoming role as one Strictly Come Dancing’s new presenters. The South African performer, who joined the BBC dance show as one of its resident pros in 2018, was announced last week as part of its new hosting team, alongside TV personality Emma Willis and comedian Josh Widdicombe. Johannes has become a fan favourite since taking to the ballroom, thanks to his partnerships with celebs like chef John Whaite, tennis player Annabel Croft and actor Alex Kingston. So, the news about his new role has left his fans understandably concerned about whether or not they’ll get to see him dancing on this year’s series. Fortunately, Johannes has now assured them that they needn’t have worried. Speaking to his new co-star Emma on her Radio 2 show, Johannes insisted that he is “not hanging up” his dancing shoes just yet. “I will definitely be throwing some shapes and moving my hips,” he enthused. “I can’t not, that’s my life. For it to be just taken away would be …

Johannes Radebe's 11 Most Iconic Moments In The Strictly Come Dancing Ballroom

Johannes Radebe's 11 Most Iconic Moments In The Strictly Come Dancing Ballroom

Published by Sam Flores

Johannes Radebe is one of Strictly Come Dancing’s new hosts After years as one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most beloved dancers, Johannes Radebe is joining the show’s presenting team for the 2026 series. Earlier this week, Johannes was announced as one of Strictly’s three new hosts alongside TV personality Emma Willis and comedian Josh Widdicombe, marking a huge step for the South African performer, who joined the show in 2018. During his time as a Strictly pro, he has been partnered with Catherine Tyldesley, Caroline Quentin, Ellie Taylor, and Annabel Croft, perhaps most notably getting to the finale in the show’s first all-male partnership with chef John Whaite in 2021. Since his debut, the dancer affectionately known to viewers as Jojo has become a fan favourite, thanks to his creative dance routines, beaming smile and gentle demeanour. As he gears up for the next stage of his Strictly career, we’re looking back at some of Johannes’ highlights from his time on the show… Johannes storms the stage in heels for a stunning group performance (2019) …

Strictly 2026 host Johannes Radebe addresses new role as fans ask same question

Strictly 2026 host Johannes Radebe addresses new role as fans ask same question

Published by Daniella Wilson

Johannes Radebe has provided a much-needed update for fans about his Strictly Come Dancing ballroom whereabouts later this year. It was recently confirmed that the professional dancer would host the show alongside Emma Willis and Josh Widdicombe, following the departures of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. At the time of the announcement, Radebe noted: “To be returning to Strictly Come Dancing in this new role is beyond anything I ever imagined. This show has always stood for joy, heart, and togetherness, and I feel deeply honoured to now help carry that magic forward. “To do it alongside the formidable Emma Willis and the utterly brilliant Josh Widdicombe makes it even more special. I’m ready-sequins, nerves, and all… please bear with me. Love Jojo.” However since the announcement, it hasn’t been quite clear who will have duties where. Prior to the host news, the BBC confirmed the professional dancers line-up, which included Radebe. Johannes Radebe and Alex Kingston for Strictly Come Dancing 2025. Elisabeth Hoff Now, the South African dancer has shed some light on what fans …

10 Questions with Johannes Radebe

10 Questions with Johannes Radebe

Published by Daniella Wilson

Johannes Radebe is a Strictly Come Dancing favourite and will return to the show later this year. He made his musical theatre debut in a UK touring production of Kinky Boots in 2025. Now it’s his first time performing in the West End, reprising his role as drag queen Lola, who forms an unlikely friendship with Charlie (Matt Cardle) after he inherits his father’s struggling shoe factory and starts making footwear for drag queens. Johannes, you’ve gone from being a dancer to a singer and actor – how did that happen? It took me two years to say yes to the job, because of impostor syndrome. I despise celebrity casting and I understood there would be so many black, queer men on the sidelines, wanting this opportunity. And while I’ve always been on stage, I wasn’t very confident with my singing. My mum always told me I sound like a sheep. I went to singing lessons and my teacher said, “That’s called a vibrato, and a very fast, strong one that we can work with.” …

Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe And Johannes Radebe Are New Strictly Hosts

Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe And Johannes Radebe Are New Strictly Hosts

Published by Sam Flores

The worst-kept secret in showbiz is finally out: Strictly Come Dancing finally has its new hosts. On Tuesday, the BBC announced in an Instagram post that Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe would be stepping into the ballroom as the new hosts of Strictly when the show returns to our screens later this year. Emma said: “It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Strictly – I’ve cheered and danced along from my sofa for years – so to be stepping into the Strictly ballroom is something I can’t quite comprehend.” “It’s impossible to fill the shoes that Tess and Claudia have left behind – two wonderful, iconic women who have been the beating heart of Strictly for so long,” she continued. “I can only hope that we are able to help to steer the ship as beautifully as they have, into this new chapter. “I can’t wait to spend my weekends with Josh and Jojo, the incredible dancers and the judges. Fingers crossed for a 10 from them!” Emma Willis is one …

Strictly bosses torn between Bradley Walsh, Rylan Clark or Johannes Radebe

Strictly bosses torn between Bradley Walsh, Rylan Clark or Johannes Radebe

Published by Sam Flores

Strictly Come Dancing bosses are torn between Bradley Walsh, Rylan Clark or Johannes Radebe to present the show. The trio are in the running to be one of the people to replace departed co-presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on the BBC One dance show as TV bosses are keen to have a male presenter for the first time since Sir Bruce Forsyth. A source told The Sun on Sunday: “Bradley and Rylan have been tipped for the gig, but Johannes is a new contender. “All are very keen to land the role and offer a different perspective. “The intention would be to team the chosen man up with a female. It will be a return to the years when Tess co-hosted with Bruce, which was a very popular format. “The show’s executive producers feel Bradley has a similar style to Bruce — he can tell jokes, sing and has lots of charisma. “Rylan has a massive fanbase and used to host Strictly spin-off It Takes Two, while Johannes offers expertise.” Show bosses are said …

Strictly’s Johannes Radebe becomes UK citizen: ‘Britain welcomed me’

Strictly’s Johannes Radebe becomes UK citizen: ‘Britain welcomed me’

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe may already be a national treasure, but he’s now officially a British citizen. The dancer, who was born and raised in South Africa, shared the news on Instagram, telling fans: “Britain has become my belonging.” Radebe, 38, left South Africa to move to Britain after being cast as a dancer on Strictly in 2018. He has since been partnered with seven celebrities on the show, including Bake Off’s John Whaite, who finished in second place in series 19. Posting a video of himself being sworn in at Brent Council in London on Friday (27 February), Radebe said: “I left South Africa with a heart full of hope and a dream too big to say out loud. I didn’t know how the story would unfold, only that I was brave enough to begin it. “Britain welcomed …

Norway’s Johannes Klæbo is new Winter Olympics king : NPR

Norway’s Johannes Klæbo is new Winter Olympics king : NPR

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Gold medallist Norway’s Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo smiles as he celebrates during a podium ceremony for the men’s cross country 50km mass start final event of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games at Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium in Lago di Tesero (Val di Fiemme) on February 21, 2026. ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP hide caption toggle caption ANNE-CHRISTINE POUJOULAT/AFP LAGO DI TESERO, ITALY — The Winter Olympics officially have a new king. Norwegian cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klæbo cemented his place Saturday as the winningest athlete in the history of the winter Games, claiming an unprecedented sixth straight gold medal in Italy — this time in the 50-kilometer marathon. Going into Saturday’s event, Klæbo’s five medals at this Olympics left him tied with American speedskater Eric Heiden for the most golds in a single Games. With 11 golds in his career after Saturday, Klæbo now trails only American swimmer Michael Phelps for overall Olympic titles — though he still has some work to do to catch up with Phelps’ 23 victories. In Saturday’s race, Klæbo used his trademark …

Johannes Klæbo wins record ninth Winter Olympic gold

Johannes Klæbo wins record ninth Winter Olympic gold

Published by Sam Flores

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