Giovanni Pernice has left some of his fans in tears as he shared an important message with them. The dancer is currently busy preparing for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing which returns to screens next Saturday (September 17).
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Strictly Come Dancing is reportedly facing a favouritism row as professional dancer Giovanni Pernice’s celebrity dance partner for this year is said to have been “leaked”. Giovanni, who won last year’s show with EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, after Rose was the first deaf contestant to take part in Strictly, is rumoured to be partnering this year with Richie Anderson in a same-sex couple, with rival dancers said to be fearing this could secure the Italian dancer’s place in the final again.
BBC star Richie was announced to be joining the hit show earlier this month and he spoke about competing in a same-sex couple. The news of Richie appearing on the hit BBC show was announced on Zoe Ball's Breakfast show, where he said: “It’s also a massive honour to be part of an all-male dance partnership, it’s so important we have that inclusion on such a huge show." Following speculation of Richie pairing with Giovanni, an insider has told The Sun that rumours of Giovanni, 31, being paired with Richie, 34, has caused a stir among other professionals.
The source said: “Some of Gio’s fellow pros have raised eyebrows about chat of him getting Richie. “The last two same sex couples have done really well and the feeling is that whoever gets Richie could go all the way and win it.
“Winning two on the bounce would be great for Gio — but not all of his colleagues feel the same way.” OK! has contacted BBC for comment. Giovanni and Rose won the Glitterball trophy last year ahead of John Whaite and Johannes Radebe.
Winner of the third series of The Great British Bake Off, John, was paired last year with Johannes and they made history as they became the first same-sex male celebrity pairing to take part and reach the finals. Recently John
.Giovanni Pernice has left some of his fans in tears as he shared an important message with them. The dancer is currently busy preparing for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing which returns to screens next Saturday (September 17).
Rose Ayling-Ellis has expressed her delight following her Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice's latest achievement.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks 'besotted' in new photos as Giovanni Pernice prepares for StrictlyTaking to Instagram on Tuesday, the professional dancer - who turned 32 earlier this week - revealed he is now officially learning how to do British Sign Language (BSL).WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Giovanni Pernice"Today I'm learning a new routine, can you guess what it is?" he told his fans, adding: "I'm learning some BSL. A journey I started last year after being partnered with Rose, who is now a close friend.
his Instagram today, September 5. This comes as rumours his 2021 winning partner Rose has fell victim to the Strictly 'curse'. The EastEnders star has reportedly split from her boyfriend Samuel, whom she had been with for seven years.
Strictly Come Dancing's four new professionals are set to be introduced to viewers in a cinematic routine filmed alongside the returning cast. European cup winner Vito Coppola, Chinese national champion Carlos Gu, former Under-21 British national champion Lauren Oakley and Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas complete the show's largest-ever line-up of 20 pros this year.They join the returning Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Amy Dowden, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Giovanni Pernice, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington and Nancy Xu.The introductory routine will form part of the Strictly Come Dancing launch show airing on BBC One and iPlayer on 17 September.
Giovanni Pernice has given fans a glimpse at his childhood as he recreated a photo taken 20 years ago. The Strictly Come Dancing star is currently busy preparing for the upcoming 20th series of the BBC One dance contest.
Giovanni Pernice looked unrecognisable in a childhood photograph he recently shared on his social media.The Strictly Come Dancing favourite looked worlds away from his now-sculpted frame in a throwback snap posted to his Instagram on Monday, 29 August. As if to admire his ripped physique he captioned the image "20 years later" with a wink and tongue emoji.The star appears to have recreated his younger days which saw him wearing blue shorts with a yellow bum bag.The 31 year old seemed keen to get his facial expression just right as he gazed slightly upward into the camera.
Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis has revealed her next career move after quitting EastEnders. Earlier this month the actress announced that she will leave the BBC One soap after two years of playing Frankie Lewis.
Good Morning Britain's Ranvir Singh has compared her time on Strictly Come Dancing to "childbirth". The presenter reminisced as she told co-host Robert Rinder about her favourite memories from the show, and how at times - it was a little painful. After she was asked by Robert what she misses from the programme, the 45-year-old said that she still thinks about her outfit that she wore for her Dream Girls performance.
Strictly Come Dancing fans will be delighted to know that the BBC's much anticipated dance contest is set to return in a matter of weeks. Strictly has been at the centre of our screens since 2004 airing on Saturday night's from autumn right up until Christmas.
As this year’s Strictly hopefuls get ready to slip on their sequins and strut their stuff, it’s not surprising to hear that last year’s winner, Rose Ayling-Ellis, is feeling a tug at her heartstrings. “I really miss it,” the EastEnders actress, who was partnered with pro Giovanni Pernice, tells us.
The new series of Strictly Come Dancing will kick off on September 17, former contestant and TV presenter AJ Odudu has announced.The 34-year-old, who was forced to withdraw from the final of the dancing competition last year after suffering a torn ligament, revealed the news on The Big Breakfast alongside co-host Mo Gilligan. She said: “We do have the exclusive that the launch of Strictly Come Dancing 2022 is going to be September 17.
Strictly Come Dancing star Rose Ayling-Ellis has teamed up with Mattel to unveil the first Barbie with behind-the-ear hearing aids.The deaf EastEnders actress and 2021 winner of the dance competition, who recently showed off her stunning new blonde hair colour, features in the Rose, Barbie & Friends campaign.The 27 year old is photographed alongside a cast of diverse models who reflect the new line of dolls, which includes the first Ken doll with vitiligo, one with a prosthetic limb and another with a wheelchair. Rose, who has been deaf since birth, said: "It’s so important for children to be able to see themselves represented in the toys they play with.
Strictly Come Dancing is set for its 20th series this year and the start date for the show has been confirmed. The show's launch episode, which sees the celebrities paired up with their dance partner, will be broadcast on Saturday, September 10. Just like in previous series of the show, the launch episode will be pre-recorded and will be filmed in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left asking ‘what’s occurring?’ after BBC Three announced a beloved TV character would be strapping on their dancing shoes in the hopes of snatching the Glitterball trophy. A tweet posted on Friday said Nessa, portrayed by Ruth Jones, from Gavin and Stacey would be the latest star joining the cast.
Fleur East has been named as the early favourite to win Strictly Come Dancing 2022.The singer, who was runner-up on The X Factor back in 2014, has high odds to bag the glitterball trophy this year. Bookmakers Ladbrokes are offering odds of 7/2, but Fleur’s still got some fierce competition.TV presenter Helen Skelton and former Britain’s Got Talent finalist Molly Rainford will be hot on her heels, according to the betting company – who have placed both their odds at 6/1.The exciting odds come after the BBC confirmed the 15 famous faces who will take to the dancefloor when the competition returns in September.