BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Vito Coppola emotional as he's praised for 'lovely' message and fans 'couldn't be happier'

Giovanni Pernice is excitedly preparing for a Strictly Come Dancing reunion after some of the show's stars spoke out with support. It comes after the BBC confirmed the professional dancer line-up for the upcoming 2024 series earlier this month (June) which didn't include the Italian dancer.

Ellie Leach has told how she's 'so proud' of her Coronation Street co-star as she continues to carve out her own post-soap career. The actress shot to fame playing Faye Windass in the ITV soap, a role she held for more than a decade until her exit in early 2023.

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.

Josie Gibson has jokingly been told she's a 'menace to society' as she was seen living it up in Italy with none other than Ryan Thomas. The pair were first seen enjoying time away together earlier this week.

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.

Giovanni Pernice has been seen out and about as he enjoyed his downtime between shows as his Strictly Come Dancing furore continues. The dancer is currently back on stage alongside his friend and now former co-star Anton Du Beke.

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.

Vito Coppola was flooded with messages of love and support as he celebrated himself and his fellow Italians who were celebrating a special holiday. The Strictly Come Dancing star has remained in the UK after finishing his second tour of the year with his fellow dancers.

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.

Giovanni Pernice, star of Strictly Come Dancing has been facing some tough accusations recently. A trio of Strictly partners from the past series', including Amanda Abbington are reportedly lawyering up for legal action against him. Actress Amanda, Giovanni's partner in the previous Strictly series, withdrew after just five weeks citing "personal reasons".

Giovanni Pernice has branded allegations about his teaching methods “simply false” after it emerged he will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing 2024. The Italian dancer has been part of the BBC One celebrity dancing show since 2015 when he reached the grand final with Coronation Street actress Georgia May Foote.

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.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have been sharing their thoughts on the news that Giovanni Pernice won't be returning to the ballroom this year. The news came as the BBC revealed which professional dancers will be returning to the ballroom later this year as the dance contest celebrates a major milestone.

The countdown to Strictly Come Dancing 2024 is officially on as the first line-up news for the upcoming series has been revealed. The BBC has revealed which professional dancers will be returning to the ballroom later this year as the dance contest celebrates a major milestone.