BBC Strictly star heartbroken over tragic family loss: 'I'll miss you every day'

Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood has defended Giovanni Pernice amid his reported 'feud' with former dance partner Amanda Abbington. The judge, 59, has praised the show's professional dancers as being 'the backbone of the show,' after it was reported that BBC bosses were backing Giovanni.

Vito Coppola's two-word comment has got fans rushing to respond as he reminded them of one of his and Ellie Leach's many brilliant routines from Strictly Come Dancing 2023. The pair are currently reunited as they prepare for the show's huge live tour which kicks off this week.

Janette Manrara has told how she was left 'shedding tears' as she opened up about a tough family move. The Strictly Come Dancing star is hitting the road this month and next as the host of the show's live tour.

Giovanni Pernice was seen smiling as he spent his weekend teaching others how to dance while his heartbroken Strictly Come Dancing co-star counts down until they are back on stage together. Away from the BBC One show's ballroom, Giovanni has launched a new project.

Shirley Ballas has defended Giovanni Pernice following reports of a 'feud' between him and actress Amanda Abbington, who he was paired with on Strictly Come Dancing 2023. Shirley, 62, who is head judge on Strictly, threw her support behind professional dancer Giovanni, 33, during an interview on ITV's Lorraine on Monday, 15 January.

Strictly Come Dancing's Jowita Przystal was left a bit miffed after an awkward mix-up on Sunday Brunch. She appeared alongside former Strictly contestant, Krishnan Guru-Murthy on the weekend talk show ahead of Strictly's live tour, when hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer asked her about her birthplace in Poland - but incorrectly named her home city.The hosts claimed that she was from the Polish city of Katowice, however, this is not where she is from.

Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez has concerned viewers of the BBC show after the professional dancer announced an exciting career move out of the UK as he spends some time away from fiancée Gemma Atkinson.

Some Strictly Come Dancing fans have flooded Gorka Marquez with the same question following his latest announcement. The dancer was super excited to reveal the news he'd been teasing after ditching the UK earlier this week.

Strictly judges Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke have shown their support for Giovanni Pernice, who's been facing some tough accusations recently. The 33 year old pro dancer has been hit with claims that Amanda Abbington, 51, 'suffered PTSD' after being paired with him on last year's series, which she reportedly left due to personal reasons.

Giovanni Pernice has broken his silence in the wake of claims that his former Strictly Come Dancing partner Amanda Abbington had "demanded" footage of their rehearsals on the show. The Sicilian professional dancer took to Instagram to share an update on what's next, and took the time to thank his fans and followers for all their "support" amid the controversy. "One week today we open "LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU"," the star began.

Gorka Marquez has told fans about his second job which he has kept relatively quiet until now as he left the UK while his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars reunited. The dancer decided to catch up with his fans and followers following the end of the BBC One dance contest and following the busy festive period.

A former dancing partner of Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice spoke out about the star, as he continues to face scrutiny over his apparently tough training style. Girls Aloud alum Nicola Roberts was partnered with Giovanni during the Strictly Christmas special in 2022, at which time she described him as a "great teacher".

Rehearsals for the Strictly Come Dancing Live tour are underway, with professional dancer Giovanni Pernice noticeably absent from this year's line-up. Photos form rehearsals show Angela Scanlon, Krishnan Guru-Murthy, Angela Rippon, Layton Williams, Annabel Croft, Bobby Brazier and Elllie Leach preparing to tour the country alongside a number of dancing pros. With the exception of Annabel, who has been paired with Graziano Di Prima, the stars are partnered with the professionals they danced with on the 2023 series of the show.

Giovanni Pernice will be making appearance in a hit BBC show, despite the on-going drama with his Strictly Come Dancing partner Amanda Abbington. Professional dancer Giovanni, 33, will join comedian Joel Dommett on The Traitors: Uncloaked on Wednesday, 10 January, as they chat to host Ed Gamble all about the second series of the hit reality show.

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice has been spotted looking downcast whilst out and about in West London, after a tough week. The 33 year old dancer has come under fire for his allegedly tough training style on Strictly Come Dancing, as the BBC finally spoke out against explosive claims.

Giovanni Pernice has continued to form a strong friendship with his former partner Rose Ayling-Ellis after they were paired together on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021 and won the iconic glitterball trophy together.

Gorka Marquez couldn't help but respond as his Strictly Come Dancing co-star Dianne Buswell enjoyed some baby snuggles before getting back to work. The dancer will soon be heading around the country with celebrity dance partner Bobby Brazier on the show's live tour.

Since joining BBC One show Strictly Come Dancing back in 2015, Giovanni Pernice has wowed viewers and judges alike with his choreography and dance routines. Having spent eight years on the show, the 33 year old has won 98 perfect 10s - the most of any of the professionals. In 2021, he and Rose Ayling-Ellis even lifted the Glitterball trophy.

Gorka Marquez has been flooded with praise after posting a video of how he was spending some of his downtime at home in Greater Manchester. The adorable moment with his daughter Mia also left the Strictly Come Dancing star issuing a joke apology to his stylist.

Oti Mabuse couldn't help by laugh after the 'first picture' of her with her newborn baby was posted online - but it wasn't what it seemed. The former Strictly Come Dancing star took to social media with a video of her speaking to the camera as said photo and subsequent article appeared as a screenshot in the background.