Amy Dowden has told fans she's 'still learning' as she continues to share updates from her sunny break. The Strictly Come Dancing star ditched the UK for Portugal over the weekend with her husband Ben Jones.
10.06.2024 - 13:55 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Giovanni Pernice was seen cosying up to his girlfriend before his future on Strictly Come Dancing was confirmed. The dancer was not announced in the line-up of professional dancers returning to the BBC One dance contest this year.
Giovanni, 33, has been a part of the dancing show since 2015 when he reached the grand final with Coronation Street star Georgia May Foote. Later, in 2021, he lifted the Strictly glitterball trophy alongside EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis, who was the first deaf contestant to win.
He was last paired with Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington, who withdrew from the competition in 2023 citing “personal reasons” but Giovanni has since been subject to a number of allegations regarding his conduct in the training room.
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He previously rejected allegations of “abusive or threatening behaviour” and said he looks “forward to clearing my name”. A legal firm acting on behalf of the complainants said the broadcaster is “evidence gathering”, but the BBC has not confirmed any probe has begun.
While the BBC hasn't explicitly confirmed Giovanni's axe, that did not announce him as part of its line-up of professional dancers for 2024 following reports that he would not compete.
The dancers who will return include Amy Dowden, who had missed competing on Strictly last year after she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer, and 2023 winner Vito Coppola.
Other dancers who will return include Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka
Amy Dowden has told fans she's 'still learning' as she continues to share updates from her sunny break. The Strictly Come Dancing star ditched the UK for Portugal over the weekend with her husband Ben Jones.
Ellie Leach has seemingly revealed the sweet way she'll continue to keep Vito Coppola close, particularly when he returns to Strictly Come Dancing this autumn with a new celebrity dance partner.
Another Strictly Come Dancing star has commented on Giovanni Pernice's exit from the show as Shirley Ballas said the 'show must go on'. Earlier this month, the BBC confirmed the professional dancer line-up for the upcoming 2024 series which didn't include the Italian dancer.
Shirley Ballas has teased excitement for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing, saying the announcement of the 2024 line-up will come 'rather soon.
Janette Manrara was left saying 'sorry' to her fans for her lack of updates after previously sharing why she'd been 'MIA' from social media following a wholesome trip back to America to reunite with her family alongside her daughter for the first time.
Vito Coppola has left his fans delighted as he revealed they'll be getting an extra dose of him on their TV screens this year. It was confirmed earlier this month that the dancer will be returning to Strictly Come Dancing this autumn.
Ellie Leach has said she's 'already dreaming' of when she can next ditch the UK after enjoying a well-earned break alongside her mum. It's fair to say that the actress has been non stop since taking part in and winning Strictly Come Dancing 2023.
Vito Coppola and Ellie Leach have been left speechless as they were given some joint news months on from winning Strictly Come Dancing. As fans of the pair know, the professional dancer and the actress lifted the coveted Glitterball trophy back in December.
Strictly Come Dancing stars Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola were awkwardly put on the spot when they were quizzed over Giovanni Pernice omission from this year's series.
Strictly Come Dancing star Shirley Ballas has backed Giovanni Pernice after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to the show this year amid allegations about his behaviour.
Shirley Ballas has spoken out with praise for Giovanni Pernice after it was revealed he won't be returning to 'Strictly Come Dancing this year. The 63-year-old star serves as head judge on the BBC dance show while Giovanni spent several years as a professional dancer.
Ellie Leach shared an emotional tribute to her dad as she spoke about him 'healing hearts' just weeks after she was seen in tears over her ex. The actress' love life has been hitting the headlines since she triumphed on last year's Strictly Come Dancing.
Strictly Come Dancing stars have flooded Amy Dowden with messages after she wrote of her ‘shock’ at receiving an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours list. The 33-year-old received the honour to recognise the work as an advocate and ambassador for Crohn’s and Colitis UK.
Ellie Leach has been branded 'unreal' as she posed for a string of gorgeous selfies after ditching the UK. The actress is currently enjoying a well-earned break in the sunshine after a busy first six months of the year that has seen her travelling up and down the country.
Giovanni Pernice has taken to social media for the first time since it was announced he wouldn't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers confirmed by the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year.
Vito Coppola was left emotional as he addressed he return to Strictly Come Dancing and fans said they 'couldn't be happier'. The dancer was confirmed as one of the 18 pros returning to the ballroom later this year.
Amy Dowden is set to feature in a new deeply personal documentary in a second return to the BBC after it was revealed she'll be back taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this year.
Karen Hauer distracted fans as she revealed the news she'd be returning to Strictly Come Dancing and even asked herself 'who is that?' The dancer confirmed the news by sharing the first promo picture she ever took for the show back in 2012.
One of Giovanni Pernice's former dance partners has spoken out in support after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers from the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year.
Gorka Marquez has received a wave of support after confirming he will return to Strictly Come Dancing.