BBC Strictly's Giovanni Pernice sizzles with solo show in Manchester

Strictly Come Dancing stars Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova were all smiles as they held hands in Manchester on Thursday night (April 29). The pair were snapped after they completed the opening night of the Strictly Professionals tour at The Lowry Theatre in Salford.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice took to social media to praise his former dance partner, Rose Ayling-Ellis, telling her to be 'proud' of her campaigning following a law change. Giovanni reshared a heartfelt post to his Instagram story on Wednesday, celebrating the news that British Sign Language will be legally recognised as its own language.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice took to his social media on Wednesday to celebrate his former partner, Rose Ayling-Ellis, who delighted in fantastic news.READ: Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedGiovanni reshared a post to his Instagram Stories that read: "The British Sign Language bill passed its final reading in UK House of Lords and is set to be legally recognised as its own language."WATCH: Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis' emotional Strictly performanceOn the image, originally shared by deaf-owned fashion brand Deaf Identifty, Giovanni wrote: "Be proud of what you have done @rose.a.e," with a red love heart.SEE: Rose Ayling-Ellis' new dress for night out with Giovanni Pernice is fit for the Strictly ballroomMORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis shares heartmelting post to Giovanni Pernice as his future on Strictly is confirmedRose spoke out in support of the bill, which aimed to recognise British Sign Language (BSL) as an official language with legal protection, back in January, and on Wednesday the bill was finally passed. Giovanni shared the heartfelt message with his 801,000 followersThe EastEnders star joyously took to social media to delight in the news and shared a photo of the Queen. Captioning the photo she wrote: "Go on Lizzie, sign that paper."On Strictly Come Dancing, Rose and Giovanni had the hearts of the nation in their hands when they performed an emotional dance to Symphony by Clean Bandit, that featured the couple dancing in silence for 10 seconds of their routine.

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He won hearts as he swept to victory with dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly Come Dancing 2021 and Giovanni Pernice has showcased a new look while on tour with his This is Me solo show. Sicily-born Giovanni lifted the coveted Glitterball trophy with EastEnders actress Rose from Manchester after they formed a strong friendship.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice has unveiled a brand new hair colour and style on Instagram, sporting some grey for the first time.The Sicilian ballroom star delivered some casual poses as he sat casually on a brick wall in a smart suit. Giovanni, 31, who won the BBC One show with EastEnders actress Rose Ailing-Ellis in December, showed off silvery stubble and streaks of grey through his stylish combover as he donned an almost matching blue grey suit. Adding a sage green shirt underneath and a pair of black Converse trainers to round off the quirky look, the dancer adjusted his cuffs and looked smouldering off into the distance in one pic.

Arlene Phillip has recalled the 'awful' moment she found out she'd been axed from Strictly Come Dancing while consumed with grief at the loss of her beloved manager. The Prestwich-born dancer, choreographer, and TV star appeared as a judge on the BBC One dance show from 2004 to 2009.

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Giovanni Pernice has been reunited with his Strictly Come Dancing dance champion, Rose Ayling-Ellis. Sharing an insight into their friendship, the professional dancer couldn't help but poke fun at the EastEnders actress in a new Instagram clip.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis shares intimate glimpse inside Barcelona getawayGiovanni, 31, filmed Rose, 27, whilst she was getting her makeup done by a makeup artist, and he teased: "Lots of makeup for you being done because you need it.

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Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis stole the hearts of the nation when she appeared on the show and on Saturday she did the same when she posted an incredibly heartwarming rehearsal video with partner Giovanni Pernice.SEE: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks so gorgeous in striking dress – see photoSharing the black-and-white clip to her Instagram feed, the EastEnders star reminded her followers of the unforgettable moment it all went silent during her performance to Symphony by Zara Larson and Clean Bandit.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis shares emotional video of unseen rehearsal footageCaptioning the post, the 27-year-old wrote: "Throwback to rehearsal video of this dance before the country saw it and the big impact it made that blew our minds.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis praises Giovanni Pernice's special tour addition – 'Love this very much Gio'WOW: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis looks unreal in cropped blazer and trousers"Definitely one of my favourite, most special weeks on Strictly. The couple had viewers in tears when the music stopped"We are absolutely honoured to be nominated for the BAFTA's best TV moment of the year."There's only a few days left to vote if you want to.

Rose Ayling-Ellis is incredibly proud of her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice, and she let that show on Wednesday.MORE: Duchess of Cornwall praises Rose Ayling-Ellis after meeting her on EastEnders setAfter the professional dancer revealed that he had incorporated a BSL interpreter into his "This is Me" tour, Rose was quick to react.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis thrills in slinky dress for night out with Giovanni Pernice"Very special performance for us yesterday! Glasgow with BSL interpreter Stacey. Next one is Manchester," Giovanni wrote alongside a picture from his show, to which Rose quickly replied: "Love this very much Gio. Proud person here."READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis shares heartmelting post to Giovanni Pernice as his future on Strictly is confirmedRELATED: Giovanni Pernice shares loving message to Rose Ayling-Ellis after amazing milestoneFans loved Rose's reaction and over 400 people quickly liked her response, and many commented back praising them both for their actions.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Katya Jones has broken her silence on Ukraine as she denied tension between Russian and Ukranian dancers on the show. It comes after reports that pros on the hit show had reportedly told two stars to come out and condemn the war in Ukraine - or never come back.

Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas has had her say on Aljaz Skorjanec quitting the show. The professional dancer, who is married to former pro and It Takes Two host Janette Manrara, announced he was leaving the BBC series after nine years.