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Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin might be partnered with Layton Williams this year, but fans of the series could enjoy a spin around the ballroom with the pro in his new role. Nikita is one of the pro dancers for the BBC One show and has been stunning audiences this season with his performances alongside Layton.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has been finding comfort in spending quality time with former show partner Rose Ayling-Ellis after his shock exit from the 2023 series. Pro dancer Giovanni was partnered with Amanda Abbington this year, who left the competition on 23 October saying in a statement that she was "unable to continue".There have been rumours that the pair clashed over training schedules during her time on the show, and now Giovanni has turned to former EastEnders star Rose, who he won the 2021 contest with and remains close to.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has gushed over his 'gorgeous night' with his former dance partner following his surprise exit from the BBC One show. The dancer has been keeping busy and keeping his spirits up after being forced out of the dance competition.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has spoken out about his ‘disappointment’ over Amanda Abbington suddenly quitting the show. The Sherlock actress left the BBC competition last week, just days after missing the live shows due to ‘medical reasons.’ Despite Amanda impressing the judges with her performances on the dancefloor, Amanda decided to withdraw from the show.

Amanda Abbington was jokingly corrected by her partner as she shared how she's keeping busy since her Strictly Come Dancing exit. The actress was among the 15 famous faces who signed up to the BBC One dance contest this year and was making strides in the competition alongside dancer Giovanni Pernice.

Amanda Abbington has broken her silence following her exit from Strictly Come Dancing saying that she's feeling 'really good'.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington has spoken out for the first time since her exit from the show, insisting she is still feeling "really good". Last week, the 46 year old actress withdrew from Strictly Come Dancing due to "personal reasons" and thanked everyone on the show in a statement.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans were left worried when they didn't see Giovanni Pernice in the opening dance number on Sunday, however, there was a good reason for his absence. Fans were puzzled when they couldn't spot Giovanni among the professionals in the opening Wednesday-themed routine, with many sharing their concerns on social media. One fan tweeted: "The f*** is this?! Where's Giovanni's rightful solo?? #strictly," but another quickly replied that Giovanni had missed the recordings due to an injury.

Strictly Come Dancing contestants enjoyed a spooky weekend on the iconic dancefloor as the hair and make-up teams pulled out all the stops to transform the couples as they hit the halfway mark of the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has now confirmed some fresh career news after teasing fans for months. The big reveal comes after the dancer was forced to leave the BBC One dance contest during its 2023 run.

She was in with a fighting chance of picking up the Glitterball Trophy, but for Amanda Abbington the dance is over following her shock decision to quit Strictly Come Dancing last week. Just 72 hours after she pulled out of week five’s Saturday night in the ballroom for “medical reasons”, it was announced on Strictly: It Takes Two that Amanda, 49, had walked away from this year’s competition altogether. Now, a source has claimed her professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice, 33, is sympathetic, but struggling to face the realisation that his time in the competition is over at a crucial stage in his career.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have shared their concern after spotting Giovanni Pernice back in the ballroom. The dancer was forced to withdraw from the BBC One dance contest after his celebrity dance partner Amanda Abbington confirmed she couldn't continue.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice's reps have rubbished reports that the dancer is causing a stir behind the scenes of the hit BBC show.The Daily Star reported that Giovanni has been labelled "out of control" by both crew members and professional dancers, who say his personality is rubbing people up the wrong way. It was claimed that he was rude to many of the new dancers on the show, thinking he's "superior" to them because he's been on the series for a while.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman addressed Amanda Abbington's exit from the show as it kicked off on Saturday night. Amanda, 51, who left the show earlier this week for personal reasons, was honoured by the Strictly team. As the show started, Tess and Claudia announced that Amanda wouldn't be returning to the show, before sending her their best wishes.

Strictly come Dancing fans were quick to comment on an "annoying" part of the show just moments into the show's 'Fright Night' Halloween special tonight.

Eagle eyed fans have noticed that one professional dancer in particular has been absent from recent Strictly Come Dancing episodes- and they're now speculating she could quit the show. Michelle Tsiakkas, who joined in 2022, has never been partnered with a celebrity contestant and has hardly been seen on the BBC competition's latest series.The Cyprus-native joined the pro line-up along with Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley and Vito Coppola last year, but now in a Reddit thread titled, "Any professionals to leave after this season?", fans said they thought the 28-year-old could walk away entirely.

One less couple will be taking to the ballroom floor this Saturday night (October 28) when it is transformed into a spooky spectacular for Strictly Come Dancing's Halloween week. That's because Amanda Abbington decided to withdraw from the competition after missing week five last weekend (Saturday, October 22).

BBC Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice could be leaving the dancing programme 'follow in his co-star's footsteps', according to a former dancer of the show.

Giovanni Pernice appeared to deliver one last blow after Amanda Abbington's sudden and unexpected exit from Strictly Come Dancing. The professional dancer, 33, was already said to be "annoyed" by how the Sherlock actress, 49, went about deciding to quit the hugely-popular BBC One competition.

Brendan Cole has said that Annabel Croft and Zara McDermott's days on Strictly Come Dancing are "numbered" as he shared his verdict on this year's line-up of celebrities.The former Strictly pro, 47, has shared his thoughts with Sky Bingo, as he began: "Annabel and Johannes [Radebe] and Zara and Graziano [Di Prima] days are numbered. "I’m surprised either couple has lasted this long." He also hit out at former Emmerdale star Adam Thomas, as he continued: "Also, Adam and Luba [Mushtuk], I don’t know what their number was, but I don’t see it belonging on Strictly.To me it was a nothing number and I didn’t want to watch it." Turning his thoughts to Angela Rippon, Brendan argued she's not going to get better if she can’t create "magical moments" with her Latin numbers.

Giovanni Pernice would make a strong Strictly Come Dancing judge, according to ex-pro Joanne Clifton.The 40-year-old told Betway Slots: "Many of us would like to have a go at judging. I completely get why Anton [Du Beke] wanted to. I can see Giovanni Pernice going for it in a couple of years' time.

Anton Du Beke has weighed in on the latest Strictly Come Dancing drama during an appearance on This Morning as he discussed Amanda Abbington's potential 'return'. The Strictly star, who is best known for being a professional dancer and now a judge on the BBC dance contest, appeared on the ITV programme to chat to hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary about his latest novel.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice was reportedly taken by surprise when Amanda Abbington decided to leave the show. Rumours of a disagreement between the two have been swirling, but neither has directly addressed these claims. On Monday, it was announced Amanda had chosen to step down from the competition due to personal reasons following a 'medical issue'.The Mr Selfridge actress also missed the live Saturday show due to ill health but was expected to return.

Strictly Come Dancing's head judge, Shirley Ballas, has called this series 'difficult' following Amanda Abbington's exit as she shared her thoughts on It Takes Two. Sherlock actress Amanda left Strictly earlier this week, when Fleur East confirmed: "Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly Come Dancing and has decided to withdraw from the competition.The show wishes her all the best for the future." Speaking on It Takes Two, Shirley shared her thoughts on the 2023 contestants as she said: "The class of 2023, the magic is always in the mix and the BBC definitely got the mix right this year didn't they? "It's a very, very difficult series.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers are begging bosses for a 'rule change' after Amanda Abbington quit the BBC dance contest earlier this week. The Sherlock actress, 49, has left the competition ahead of Halloween week, which came after she was unable to perform with her partner Giovanni Pernice on last weekend's show due to 'medical reasons'.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has reflected on Amanda Abbington's sudden exit insisting her departure from the competition is 'terribly sad'.

Bruno Tonioli, a judge on Dancing With the Stars, was overcome with emotion during a touching tribute to his late friend and fellow judge Len Goodman. The professional dancers performed a heartfelt ballroom routine in memory of Len, who sadly died in April at the age of 78 after a battle with prostate cancer. After the moving Waltz tribute, Bruno couldn't hold back his tears and had to rush off stage.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has been spotted out in public for the first time since his dancing partner Amanda Abbington quit this year's series.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice has been photographed for the first time looking glum, after his celebrity partner Amanda Abbington quit the show.The 33-year-old Italian dancer appeared downcast as he was photographed in a black puffer jacket, amid claims that his partner became "fragile and frazzled" because she couldn't cope with his tough training sessions. Amanda quit the show just days after she pulled out of a live performance due to ill health. Presenter Fleur East announced that Amanda had called it quits on the Spin-off show It Takes Two on Monday night.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice are said to be in the midst of a fiery fallout following the actress's decision to quit the BBC show.