BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Tess Daly flooded with messages over bikini snaps after 'favourite' remark

Strictly Come Dancing fans were shocked when it was announced Giovanni Pernice had reportedly 'quit' the hit BBC show after nine years - and now BBC bosses have issued a statement. In a statement to OK!, it insisted that viewers should stand by for official announcements on the cast.

Reports are swirling tonight that Strictly Come Dancing favourite Giovanni Pernice has quit the flagship BBC show.

Tess Daly was full of nostalgia which led to fans flooding her with messages as she reflected on Strictly Come Dancing's huge milestone. The hit BBC One dance contest first aired on May 15 2004 as a new incarnation of the professional dancing series Come Dancing.

Ellie Leach has been flooded with compliments as she shared a fresh selfie to social media while also revealing the moment she was confirmed for Strictly Come Dancing for the first time.

Oti Mabuse and her husband Marius Lepure looked proud as punch as she revealed how their baby daughter had given them a 'new schedule' after years of being dedicated to their own dancing careers.

Oti and Motsi Mabuse have shared the 'reality' behind their latest glamorous red carpet appearance after the sisters strutted their stuff at the BAFTA Television Awards over the weekend.

Giovanni Pernice left his girlfriend a gushing five-word message on her latest social media post as they appeared loved-up on a recent holiday.

Bobby Brazier has said he 'knows who he'll marry' after rumours about his love life continued to swirl. The actor was among the famous faces attending the BAFTA Television Awards on Sunday (May 12).

Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington found himself being flooded with messages as he enjoyed a very special trip with his mum. The dancer is known for starring as one of the professional dancers in the BBC One dance contest after joining back in 2021.

Shirley Ballas has been told she left fans 'screaming at their TV screens' as she made an unexpected returning to the box during Saturday night's (May 11) viewing alongside her Strictly Come Dancing co-star.

Giovanni Pernice was among those to support Rose Ayling-Ellise after she shared how she was heartbroken. The former Strictly Come Dancing pairing has continued to show each other love and support since they won the BBC One dance contest in 2021.

Zara McDermott has shared how she felt forced to delete one of her latest social media posts as she addressed being 'ripped apart' for something she didn't actually say. Those who follow the former Love Island star may know she's a fan of cooking up a storm in the kitchen.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have hit back at those who criticised Layton Williams during his time in the competition as his major new role was revealed. The actor and West End star made it to the final of the BBC One dance contest last year.

Johannes Radebe has told Annabel Croft he 'adores' her after they were reunited in spectacular fashion over the bank holiday weekend. It's been months now since the pair were last seen on screens after they made it almost to the end of Strictly Come Dancing 2023.

Giovanni Pernice appears to have ditched the UK after finishing up his latest tour as his girlfriend took to social media with a poolside snap. The Strictly Come Dancing star recently finished his latest epic run of solo shows while fans await news of his return to the BBC One dance contest.

Bobby Brazier declared his love for his Strictly Come Dancing co-star in a sweet tribute on her birthday. The actor was keen to share his birthday wishes publically for Dianne Buswell following their dancing journey together in the BBC One show last year.

Fleur East made a brief venture back into the world of work following the birth of her first child after she recently shared an 'exciting' announcement with her sister.

Oti Mabuse gave fellow mums a relatable update after she admitted to breathing a 'sigh of relief' during return to the UK. The former Strictly Come Dancing star and her husband Marius Lepure recently headed to South Africa.

Strictly Come Dancing star Graziano Di Prima has shared the hilarious moment his shirtless video with Vito Coppola went quite wrong. The dancers are currently reunited as a number of the BBC One dance show's professionals hit the road.

Giovanni Pernice sweetly declared his 'love' for his co-star just days after sharing his first loved-up display with his new girlfriend. The Strictly Come Dancing star was commenting on a post from his co-star and 'leading lady' Lauren Oakley.