Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe has shared some exciting news regarding his next career venture with the BBC
Strictly Come Dancing pro Johannes Radebe is set to have his incredible life story immortalised in a BBC documentary, inspired by his autobiography, Jojo: Finally Home.
The dancer, who hails from Zamdela, South Africa and joined Strictly in 2018, has bravely spoken out about the homophobic bullying he endured during his school days before making the move to the UK.
In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Johannes revealed that the documentary is in its early stages, but has already secured the backing of BBC Films.
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"It's a 'pinch me' moment," he confessed. "The beginning stages are happening now and BBC Films have just jumped on board too."
The Strictly star hopes his documentary will serve as inspiration to his community back home, showing them that success is within reach, reports Edinburgh Live.
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"It simply means that my people, who helped me get where I am, are worthy and they can dream because I know where they come from," he told The Sun.
He added, "There are a lack of role models and they feel like they can't achieve anything but I hope this is like a beacon of light for them to say all of you contributed to me and my success is your success."
Despite his busy schedule, which includes touring the UK with the Kinky Boots musical and working on the documentary, Johannes has reassured Strictly fans that he will return to the BBC show for the upcoming series, launching in September.
During a July appearance on This Morning, Johannes engaged in a spirited chat with hosts Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley regarding his tenure on Strictly.
Ben said: "Please reassure us you're going to be in the line-up and are definitely going to be part of it!" to which Johannes emphatically replied: "They'll have to drag me off that show with my sequins!"
He continued: "I'm not going anywhere! My life would be dull. That is a sparkling world that I live in and I can't tell you what a privilege it is to be a part of it every single year, to be called back."
Having joined the team of professional dancers on Strictly in 2018, Johannes has showcased his dance skills alongside celebrities such as Montell Douglas and Annabel Croft. His noteworthy performance in 2021 saw him reach the final with John Whaite, ultimately securing second place.
Strictly Come Dancing is available to watch on BBC iPlayer
