showed off his jaw-dropping Kinky Boots transformation as he celebrated his new West End role with a glitzy gala show on Sunday.
The Strictly Come Dancing star has taken on the role of Lola for a run of shows at the London Coliseum.
Johannes was supported by many of his Strictly pals and former celebrity partners for the glitzy showcase as he sported his character's signature all-red look.
The Strictly lineup has been hit by a brutal cast cull in recent weeks, with five professionals, including longtime star Karen Hauer, axed from the show.
Johannes was joined by his co-star Matt Cardle for the gala show, which took place in support of WaterAid.
His most recent professional partner was in high spirits as she arrived for the show, alongside Annabelle Croft, who was also paired with Johannes on Strictly.
Johannes Radebe showed off his jaw-dropping Kinky Boots transformation as he celebrated his new West End role with a glitzy gala show on Sunday
The Strictly Come Dancing star has taken on the role of Lola for a run of shows at the London Coliseum
Johannes was supported by many of his Strictly pals for the glitzy showcase as he sported his character's signature all-red look (pictured with Matt Cardle)
Also joining the stars in attendance were Lewis Cope, Ellie Goldstein, Strictly pros Carlos Gu and Amy Dowden and former judge Arlene Phillips.
The Daily Mail learnt earlier this month that Luba, , 36, , 43, Michelle Tsiakkas, 30, and , 35, had all been given the boot from Strictly's professional lineup.
It's thought that fan favourite Johannes is among the pros who are staying on the show, alongside Katya Jones who recently signed a new contract.
Luba broke her silence on her exit in a lengthy social media statement on Friday.
She penned: 'With a heart full of gratitude, the time has come for me to step away from Strictly Come Dancing.
'I am deeply grateful for the past 10 years on this beautiful show!
'Thank you for the amazing opportunity and the unforgettable memories. It has truly meant the world to me.'
Luba continued: 'Now it's time for me to follow my dreams beyond the show, and I'm excited for what the future holds.
The show, which kicked off at the venue earlier this month, will run until July 11, 2026
Joan Collins cut a glamorous figure in a chic pink tartan skirt suit and a leather overcoat as she graced the red carpet for the gala show
The actress displayed her ageless sense of style in the sophisticated look at the gala
Lewis Cope, who competed on this year's Strictly, was among the many stars of the BBC show who supported Johannes at the event
Alex Kingston, who was paired with Johannes for the most recent series of Strictly, was joined by pros Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu
Annabel was joined by Amber Coleman on the red carpet for the glitzy gala event
Alexandra Burke, who competed on Strictly back in 2017, arrived in an eye-catching wine coloured shorts suit
Alexandra enjoyed a reunion with Faye Tozer, who appeared on Strictly the same year. The Steps icon caught the eye in a fun all-white look and silver metallic boots
Faye was in high spirits as she posed up a storm in her fun outfit
Ellie Goldstein posed up a storm in her dusky pink mini dress and a matching personalised jacket and white platform shoes
TOWIE star Chloe Meadows cut a stylish figure in a pale pink double-breasted suit
EastEnders star Tameka Empson posed in an elegant all-black look
Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips cut a casual figure at the event
Married At First Sight expert Charlene Douglas arrived for the event following the sad death of her co-star Mel Schilling
Claire Sweeney commanded attention in a bold leopard print dress
Former Strictly judge Bruno Tonioli was among the stars arriving on the red carpet
X Factor star Joe McElderry opted for a sharp grey suit on the red carpet
Former Olympic snowboarder Aimee Fuller posed in a fun red leather trench coat
Enjoying a break from his BBC chat show, Graham Norton was solo as he arrived for the gala
Frank Skinner was also among those arriving for the unveiling of Johannes' West End role
'I can't wait to see you all on the Pro Tour and I'm really looking forward to it for one last time. With all my love, Luba.'
The BBC then paid tribute to Luba with their own statement, sharing on the Strictly Instagram account: 'A heartfelt thank you to Luba Mushtuk for her outstanding contribution to Strictly Come Dancing.
'Since joining in 2016 as an assistant choreographer and stepping into the professional dancer line-up two years later, Luba has been a valued member of the team - bringing professionalism, creativity, and her quality expertise year after year.
'Respected both on and off the dance floor, she has consistently delivered unforgettable routines, captivating audiences with her remarkable talent and signature elegance.
'We are incredibly grateful for her dedication to the programme and for always going above and beyond—whether through the care and commitment she showed her celebrity partners or her warmth and kindness behind the scenes.
'Luba has been, and always will be, a much-loved member of the Strictly family, and we wish her every success in the future.'
Luba's exit follows on from Nadiya, who this week released a statement detailing how her role as a professional dancer on the hit BBC series is 'evolving' after nine years on the star-studded show.
It comes after sources claimed that bosses judge some pros' following on TikTok when decided which stars would be axed in the show's mass cull.
Sources said that bosses have chosen to keep pros with a bigger online following in a desperate bid to draw in younger viewers.
Now its been claimed those with bigger online followings have been .
One example appears to be axed Nadiya who boasts 19,000 followers, while , also 36, with 966,000 followers has kept her place in the line-up.
Karen, who was Strictly's longest-serving female dancer, is a similar story with her 9,000 followers while safe newcomer Alexis Warr, 25, has a whopping 190,000.
A source said: 'Strictly is always looking for ways to increase its audience in terms of volume, but also in terms of attracting new, young viewers.
They told The Sun: 'Social media is a massive part of broadening that appeal, and TikTok is the perfect medium for a show where music and dance is at the forefront.
'They won't simply lose someone from the line up because they aren't big on TikTok, but it might just be the thing that saves them from exiting the line-up.'
