Giovanni Pernice shares heartbreaking reason for being self-confessed 'workaholic' amid Amanda Abbington row

Amanda Abbington, who took part in BBC's Strictly Come Dancing with partner Giovanni Pernice, has broken her silence following controversy over the professional dancer's behaviour.The 52 year old Sherlock actress, who withdrew from the series for 'medical reasons', recently spoke out on social media with a hard-hitting statement. After sharing the dance floor with the Italian pro in the latest series, Abbington's journey came to an abrupt halt when she exited the show.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington has been in the spotlight, sharing intriguing posts as Giovanni Pernice's place in the dancing competition faces uncertainties.

Giovanni Pernice has revealed that he feels a 'great responsibility' for his family as he admits he's worried his career will end "at some point", amid reports that he is in 'crunch talks' over his future on TV. The Strictly Come Dancing star's reputation has been rocked after Amanda Abbington, 52, claimed she suffered from PTSD following her short stint on the show alongside the dancer last year.There have also been reports that Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore - who were also partnered with Giovanni during the competition- had joined the Sherlock star for an "emotional summit" and could be making a joint complaint to the BBC.

Giovanni Pernice has confirmed his near-future plans after one of his latest projects came to a sad end after an 'amazing journey'. Fans of the Strictly Come Dancing star saw him once again teamed up with show judge and friend Anton Du Beke for a new TV series.

Gorka Marquez was heard being mocked by his Strictly Come Dancing co-star before making a rare appearance with his mum. The dancer made his TV return on Monday (April 1) as he joined Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice for the third and final episode of their BBC One series Anton & Giovanni’s Adventures in Spain.

Roman Kemp has opened up about the devastating reason he's left Capital FM after a decade. He said it felt like he was "living that same day over and over again" since his friend and producer on the show passed away.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has shared some heartfelt words about his time filming hit show Anton and Giovanni's Adventures in Spain.The pro dancer starred alongside fellow Strictly dancer Anton du Beke and the pair travelled together in the BBC programme. Tonight's finale episode saw Anton's family join them for the final part of their journey, and Giovanni emotionally told Anton: "Thank you for having me in your country.To say I'm glad to be here is not enough, I came here because I can see my best friend happier." In response, Anton said: "What a lovely lovely way to spend the summer. Where to next? " This led to Giovanni hinting that their show might return, as he replied: "Well it doesn't really matter where we're going as long as we are together.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling Ellis have shown their strong friendship as they team up amid complaints about him from former co-stars.

Anton Du Beke is best known for being a professional ballroom dancer and judge on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, having starred on the show since it first launched back in 2004.

Giovanni Pernice has shared an emotional post to Instagram as he revealed that an "amazing journey" has come to an end. The professional dancer, 33, has recently appeared in the BBC One series Anton and Giovanni's Adventures in Spain with close friend Anton Du Beke, with the final episode airing on Monday (1 April).

Michaela Strachan was going through one of the toughest times of her life when she started out on Pilgrimage: The Road Through North Wales.The nature expert and Springwatch host had lost a number of loved ones over the preceding year, including her best friend Lucy who passed away from breast cancer just before filming began. It was an incredibly difficult year for Michaela, 57, but the broadcaster has experienced more than her fair share of tragedy over the years, from health battles to divorce. She joins Spencer Matthews, Tom Rosenthal, Eshaan Akbar, Christine McGuinness, Amanda Lovett and Sonali Shah on the 220km trek for the BBC Two show.

Kate Garraway has shared the sad reason she almost decided not to air her latest documentary about her late husband Derek Draper, who passed away in January after a four-year battle with the effects of Covid. The Good Morning Britain presenter, 56, and her husband of almost 20 years had been filming the documentary to show his care and progress before he died earlier this year.The new ITV show, Derek's Story, gave viewers a glimpse into Derek's difficult final year with his family as he battled the devastating effects of his illness.The former political lobbyist, 56, was taken to hospital in mid 2020 after catching Covid-19 and his condition became so serious that he remained there for over a year.

Giovanni Pernice was supported at one of his latest shows by one of his former Strictly Come Dancing partners after he addressed his most recent partnership with Amanda Abbington which came to an abrupt end during the 2023 series.

Giovanni Pernice has been backed by his former Strictly Come Dancing partner amid the drama surrounding Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington.

BBC Strictly professional dancer Giovanni Pernice has received support from his old Strictly partner during the ongoing controversy with Amanda Abbington. Former Sherlock actress Amanda, 52, claimed she got PTSD after dancing with 33 year old Italian Giovanni on Strictly Come Dancing last year, leaving the show for "medical reasons".Then, it emerged that the mother of two got a "big name lawyer" to retrieve her practice videos from the BBC.

Giovanni Pernice has shared the the special meaning behind his arm tattoo, amid the continued drama surrounding his recent Strictly Come Dancing partnership with Amanda Abbington.The Sherlock actress, 52, has said that she has developed PTSD after dancing with Giovanni, 33, on the show last year. Amanda exited the show after five weeks due to "medical reasons." Since then Giovanni has defended how he trains, saying he just wants to get the best from his celeb partners. He has now revealed a defiant motto he has tattooed on his forearm, which he showed best pal and Strictly judge Anton du Beke, 47, on their BBC travel show in Spain.

Gorka Marquez shares some huge family news with Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice in the second series of their travel show, Adventures in Spain.

Gorka Marquez has confirmed if he and Gemma Atkinson plan to expand their brood after she previously shared her thoughts on having more children. The Strictly Come Dancing star was heard chatting about his family during a new episode of his co-stars' travel series.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has been seen for the first time after reportedly splitting from his girlfriend, as he enjoyed a boys' night out in Mayfair, London.The 33 year old professional dancer was spotted with a group of male pals, including TOWIE's James Lock at celebrity hotspot, Sheesh. Giovanni, who is said to have split from his short-term girlfriend, Molly Brown, looked dashing as he flashed a smile whilst wearing a pale blue shirt under a dark jacket.

Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice has reportedly split from his girlfriend, Molly Brown, just three weeks after the pair went official on Instagram. Professional dancer Giovanni, 33, is thought to have met Molly, 24, earlier this year, and she posted a cosy snap of the pair recently, with the caption: "Amore mio," which is Italian for "my love".