Amanda Abbington quits Strictly Come Dancing after being forced to miss live show

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington seems to have confirmed that Ellie Leach and her dance partner Vito Coppola are dating. After the pair made it through another week, Ellie posted a lovely photo of herself and Vito on the show, and Amanda's comment has led fans to believe they're a couple. Ellie wrote: "thank you, thank you, thank you.

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 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 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.

Amanda Abbington appeared distracted from Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday night (October 28) as she declared 'I love you' to a pal. The actress would have been due to return to the ballroom this weekend after missing last weekend's show due to "medical reasons".

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.

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).

Strictly Come Dancing's Adam Thomas had to miss out on Friday's spin-off show, It Takes Two, because he was feeling a bit poorly. His dance partner Luba Mushtuk shared that he was taking it easy to be ready for Saturday's live show.

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 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'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 fans were dealt a crushing blow this week, when celebrity contestant Amanda Abbington revealed she was pulling out of the competition due to “medical problems.” The star, who had been partnered with Giovanni Pernice, was widely considered to be one of the strongest competitors in this year’s series, however despite her success on the dance floor, the star made the tough decision to withdraw just days after missing the fifth live show of the series. Initially Amanda’s absence was only thought to be temporary, as an announcement made on It Takes Two indicated that she would be returning the following week - however, it has since been confirmed that this is not the case, as Amanda has opted to protect her health by quitting the show completely.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice seemed to reveal his true feelings for partner Amanda Abbington before she left the show.The pair have been in the news after Amanda, 49, pulled out of the last live show and then announced she was leaving for good. Breaking her silence after the news emerged, she said she had 'deep regret' about leaving due to 'personal reasons', and fans wondered if a rumoured argument with Giovanni, 33, was the cause.

Amanda Abbington's departure from Strictly Come Dancing came as a shock to many, including her dancing partner Giovanni Pernice.The 49 year old actress was forced to quit the BBC show due to "personal reasons" but said she "did not come to this decision lightly", and it appears 33 year old Giovanni is now showing solidarity. Last week the professional dancer announced his new 'dream' venture on Instagram and promised that the big reveal would take place on October 24. But after Amanda pulled out of the competition, Giovanni has now made the decision to postpone his brand launch, according to Mail Online.The launch was scheduled to take place today but won't go ahead out of respect to his former co-star.

Giovanni Pernice is said to have no plans to leave Strictly Come Dancing, despite this year's series proving to be a disappointment for the Italian dancer. His dance partner Amanda Abbington had to withdraw from the competition, leaving Giovanni out of the race for the Glitterball trophy this year, just two years after he was crowned champ alongside Rose Ayling-Ellis. Adding to his woes, the Cardiff date of his solo tour was cancelled due to the sudden closure of the venue he was set to perform at.

Strictly Come Dancing stars have sent their best wishes to Amanda Abbington after she revealed why she left the competition.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans have made a demand after pro dancer Giovanni Pernice penned a sweet message to Amanda Abbington.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington has broken her silence following her withdrawal from the competition.