BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Johannes Radebe has 'so much to say' as he's supported by co-stars after 'tearful' moment

Johannes Radebe has said he has 'so much to say' after he was seen continuing his musical theatre debut in Manchester. The Strictly Come Dancing star is showing his talents away from the ballroom in the tour of Kinky Boots.

Dancer Johannes made his musical theatre debut on a UK tour of the acclaimed show last month before heading up to Manchester with the show's five-night residency at Manchester’s Palace Theatre which kicked off on Tuesday night (February 4).

Taking on the lead role of drag queen Lola, Johannes, 37, was described as being ‘born to play the role’ in a glittering four-star review from the M.E.N. and was seen being supported by a number of his former Strictly dance partners and friends as he arrived in the city.

Johannes has now shared a video from the first night of the show in Manchester and said "Gala Night [red heart emoji] @kinkyboots_uk. Special thanks to @roomonyourown for my boots and to @footwearforfilm for making them... @lucydeady I felt stunning in your creation."

And his friend and followers were quick to respond. Stacey Dooley commented: "We truly love to seeeeeeeee it." Karen Hauer posted a string of clapping, flame and heart emojis in the comments section while Vito Coppola shared a number of red hearts. Morning Live's Gethin Jones shared: "Glorious."

He also shared a moving message to his Instagram Story. Across a dark background, the star typed: "So much to say and lots of people to thank... I hope the work we've all put in reflets our gratitude and passion. To everyone who's been to see us so far @kinkyboots_uk THANKS A MILLION for the love and support. It's all been a bit surreal, too fabulous for words... Loving it!"

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