Who is Strictly Come Dancing professional Johannes Radebe?

South African dancer Johannes Radebe has been making waves on Strictly Come Dancing ever since he joined the show in 2018.

Having finished sixth last year, Radebe is hoping this year will be when he can finally take home the Glitterball Trophy with his celebrity partner Alex Kingston.

As the dancing duo prepare to perform their next routine on the Strictly dance floor, here's everything you need to know about Strictly professional Johannes Radebe.

Who is Johannes Radebe?

Age: 38

Instagram: @johannesradebe

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Johannes Radebe made a splash on Strictly spin-off Dancing with the Stars South Africa, where he was part of the professional line-up for two seasons – both times reaching the final.

Radebe is a two-time Professional South African Latin Champion, and three-time South African Amateur Latin Champion. He is also a dancer with the Afro Arimba Dance Company.

In 2018, Radebe marked his first year on the BBC ballroom show, on which he made his debut in the ensemble dances.

Speaking ahead of his first stint on the show he described it as "one of the greatest achievements of my dancing career."

Over the course of his Strictly journey, Radebe was given his first celebrity partner Catherine Tyldesley in 2019 but was eliminated in week six.

In 2020, he was partnered with actress Caroline Quentin, but they only made it to week five in the competition. He did a lot better in 2021 when he was paired with runner-up John Whaite. 2022 saw him partnered with Ellie Taylor and 2023 with Annabel Croft. Most recently, he danced with Montell Douglas last year where they finished 6th.

Who is Johannes paired with on Strictly Come Dancing 2025?

The dancer is coupled up with actress Alex Kingston.

When does Strictly Come Dancing 2025 air?

The next Strictly Come Dancing 2025 live show will air at 6:30pm on Saturday 15th November on BBC One.

All the remaining celebrities will be performing, the judges will be scoring, and the public will be voting. Grab your sequins and get ready for another epic show!

Strictly Come Dancing continues on BBC One and iPlayer on Saturday 15th November at 6:30pm.

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