BBC Strictly's Giovanni Pernice sends three-word message to co-star after shock show exit

It's been a very dramatic weekend for the Strictly Come Dancing team, following Casualty star Nigel Harman's unexpected exit from the show.To recap, the 50 year old actor was forced to withdraw from the BBC dancing competition after he sustained an injury to his rib while rehearsing for his performance that was scheduled for Saturday night. Announcing his departure, Nigel expressed his disappointment to host Claudia Winkleman and explained what actually happened.

Strictly Come Dancing fans reckon Giovanni Pernice might be eyeing up a new role on the show, after his performance on Saturday night, 3 December.The Italian dancer hasn't been competing in the 2023 series of the BBC One dance contest for weeks, having had to pull out of the competition with celebrity dance partner Amanda Abbington. The actress initially withdrew from one of the live shows due to 'medical reasons' before it was announced she would be leaving the show altogether due to 'personal reasons'.

Giovanni Pernice has sent a 'last' message before teasing some exciting plans coming in the New Year. The professional dancer has been keeping himself busy after being forced to make an early exit from Strictly Come Dancing this year.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers think it may only be a matter of time before Giovanni Pernice finds himself in a new role in the show following his appearance in the ballroom on Saturday night (December 3).

Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell has shared a message from her dad after he was forced to miss attending Saturday's live show (December 2) due to chemotherapy treatment. The 34-year-old dancer recently confirmed her dad was unwell and later revealed plans for her family to come visit her in the UK had been put on hold.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington has shown off a dramatic new look, after her sudden exit from the show.The actress, 51, was dancing with Giovanni Pernice in this year's series and they really lit up the dance floor at the start of the competition. However, last month, Sherlock star Amanda left the show before Halloween week, which also meant Giovanni was out of the competition.

Amanda Abbington is rocking quite a different look nowadays, following her surprise Strictly Come Dancing exit. Partnered up with Giovanni Pernice, the Sherlock actress, 51, decided to walk away from the BBC ballroom under vague circumstances, announcing via social media: "It is with deepest regret that I had to leave Strictly. I did not come to this decision easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has shared an 'overwhelmed' message to fans as he's supported over a venture away from the ballroom. The dancer has been out of the BBC One contest for a few weeks after he was forced to leave the 2023 run of the competition.

Fans have been rushing to respond as Strictly Come Dancing star Vito Coppola shared a fresh insight into his relationship with Ellie Leach as he told of their 'words'. The Italian dancer is preparing for week ten of the BBC One dance contest alongside his celebrity dance partner.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has revealed exactly when he and Lauren Oakley will officially reunite away from the BBC One dance contest as he gushed over his 'leading lady' co-star.

Dianne Buswell was supported by her boyfriend Joe Sugg as the pair attended the Strictly Come Dancing Blackpool afterparty together. It comes after the Strictly pro, 34, shared that her dad was undergoing chemotherapy back in Australia, with Dianne writing that she wished she could be by his side throughout his treatment. Saturday night's live Strictly saw Dianne and EastEnders actor Bobby Brazier take to the dancefloor, after which the dancers and their celeb partners enjoyed an afterparty in Blackpool.

Fans have claimed Anton Du Beke made a 'telling' remark when it came to Angela Rippon as Strictly Come Dancing returned to screens. The BBC One dance show continued on Saturday night (November 18) and it was a big night for the couples.

Strictly Come Dancing has moved its fans to tears during its Remembrance Day results show, with the professional cast paying tribute with a special routine.Tonight's show opened up with a performance set to a slow version of Belinda Carlisle's Heaven Is A Place on Earth, starring Kai Widdrington and Lauren Oakley as a World War II couple separated by the war. Fans took to social media to share their thoughts on the routine, with some revealing that the dance marking Remembrance Day made them well up.

They wowed the judges for weeks but after receiving some criticism from the judges and landing in the dreaded dance-off, Strictly Come Dancing pairing Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington are said to be 'slipping behind' their competition.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice said he was 'thrilled' as he shared more 'fantastic news' - just over a week after he revealed his latest career move. The dancer was forced to leave the BBC One dance contest last month after his celebrity partner Amanda Abbington confirmed she couldn't continue.

Strictly Come Dancing professional, Giovanni Pernice, has made an exciting career announcement following his departure from the show. The star, 33, had to step away from the competition after his dance partner, Amanda Abbington, decided to quit amid 'rumours of an alleged feud' between the pair.

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.

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'.