Strictly pro reveals his incredible life story is going to be made into a movie
PRO dancer Johannes Radebe has revealed his life story is about to be turned into a film.
The South African’s rags-to-riches journey was chronicled in his autobiography, Jojo: Finally Home.
At the Harold Pinter Theatre in London, in conversation with Radio 1 host Clara Amfo, he said: “Looking at the way things have turned out now, I could not have dreamt that one day people would be reading about my life story, so every day’s a milestone.
“But a beautiful thing has happened. The thing I am most looking forward to right now is that we have an opportunity to turn this book into a film.”
Johannes, 36, joined Strictly in 2018 and made his first competitive appearance with ex-Coronation street star Catherine Tyldesley, 39, the following year.
Since then he has become a fans’ favourite and, in 2021, he reached the final with John Whaite, 34, losing out to ex-EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis, 28.
Now Johannes has other ambitions – even contemplating becoming a judge.
And he joked that he has his eye on Craig Revel Horwood’s panel spot.
Johannes said: “ I have always said I would not want to leave the magic of Strictly, that would kill me.
“But if I could still be a part of that magical world long after I have put my shoes up, I’d love the opportunity. Craig, watch out!”