Brendan Cole's five-word comment after he was axed from Strictly Come Dancing

It has been a rollercoaster week for the BBC’s biggest entertainment show, Strictly Come Dancing.

Helen Skelton has been flooded with messages as she confirmed a short break from hosting duties on Morning Live. The presenter took to social media to share a video that featured a string of snaps as she showed off her recent looks from appearing on the show.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were shocked when it was announced Giovanni Pernice had reportedly 'quit' the hit BBC show after nine years - and now BBC bosses have issued a statement. In a statement to OK!, it insisted that viewers should stand by for official announcements on the cast.

Reports are swirling tonight that Strictly Come Dancing favourite Giovanni Pernice has quit the flagship BBC show.

Giovanni Pernice has reportedly told friends that he will not be returning for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing. It comes after his 2023 partner Amanda Abbington shared that she had been diagnosed with PTSD following her stint on the show.

Tess Daly was full of nostalgia which led to fans flooding her with messages as she reflected on Strictly Come Dancing's huge milestone. The hit BBC One dance contest first aired on May 15 2004 as a new incarnation of the professional dancing series Come Dancing.

Just days after Strictly Come Dancing won the BAFTA for Best Entertainment programme, the BBC have teased that there will be a special spin-off show as part of Strictly’s 20th anniversary celebrations.To mark the show’s birthday, and to celebrate the fact that it is the BBC’s most successful entertainment series, the special Strictly will look back on some of the best and most memorable moments from the series over the years. Kalpna Patel-Knight, Head of Entertainment at the BBC, said: “Throughout its 20-year history, the show has launched careers, sparked trends, and touched the hearts of millions with its dazzling performances, emotional journeys, and unforgettable moments and we will be showcasing it all in this very special programme.” While more details of the anniversary special are currently under wraps, Suzy Lamb, Managing Director, BBC Studios Entertainment, added: “From glittering Ballroom numbers to high-energy Latin routines, the show continues to push the boundaries of dance and entertainment and we want viewers to join us in raising a toast to 20 years of sparkle and shine in the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom.” The show is likely to feature the many stand out moments from two decades of dance that began in 2004, when news presenter Natasha Kaplinsky took the first glitterball home with dance partner Brendan Cole.

Giovanni Pernice left his girlfriend a gushing five-word message on her latest social media post as they appeared loved-up on a recent holiday.

Shirley Ballas has been told she left fans 'screaming at their TV screens' as she made an unexpected returning to the box during Saturday night's (May 11) viewing alongside her Strictly Come Dancing co-star.

Will Mellor discussed the notorious Strictly curse for the first time ever during a candid conversation with co-host Ralf Little on their popular show Two Pints With Will and Ralf. The duo treated fans to an engaging back-and-forth at Nottingham's Royal Concert Hall.The chat kicked off with Ralf teasing his friend: "I believe there's a thing called the curse of Strictly.

Strictly Come Dancing's head judge Shirley Ballas has been left heartbroken following death of her dear friend and dance legend, Pat Thompson. Shirley took to Instagram on Friday, May 10, to share her grief with a heartfelt tribute to her "beloved" Pat. Posting a nostalgic black and white snapshot of Pat dancing, Shirley penned: "Such very sad news about our beloved Pat Thompson.

Strictly Come Dancing legend Rose Ayling-Ellis has shared a heartbreaking post telling fans she'd been left feeling "terrified and heartbroken".The former EastEnders actress, who was partnered with Giovanni Pernice on the BBC dance show, was among those who reached out to comfort her after the Instagram message. Rose was responding to news that a British toddler had her hearing restored after becoming the first person in a pioneering gene therapy trial to 'treat' deafness. She referenced the development by sharing a picture of herself as a little girl, saying: "It feel like the end." Giovanni, 33, swiftly replied to the 29-year-old's post with three love hearts and liked the post.

Craig Revel Horwood is famed for his sharp tongue on Strictly Come Dancing, so it comes as no surprise that he's found himself embroiled in feuds over the years.The judge has been part of the BBC One show since it began airing 20 years ago, and has cemented himself as the harshest critic on the panel. There's one professional dancer Craig, 59, has never seen eye to eye with however, and he's even admitted he considers him to be an "enemy". He has now revealed how his feud with former Strictly star Brendan Cole came about - and it was all down to an unimpressive dance.

Oti Mabuse has shared a candid update as she reflected on the start of her motherhood journey. The former Strictly Come Dancing star announced she and her husband Marius Lepure had become first-time parents on Christmas Day.

Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas is said to be set to star in a rival reality TV show after going through a recent cancer scare.The BBC One show's head judge is rumoured to have signed up to new Netflix launch Bear Hunt, where she is thought to be appearing as one of the contestants alongside the likes of Mel B and Danny Cipriani. Shirley, 63, had breast cancer checks including three biopsies last week, but shared the good news on Tuesday that her results had come back all clear - and now she is said to be planning to live life to the full by taking on the physically challenging Bear Hunt.

Strictly Come Dancing ’s head judge Shirley Ballas has opened up about a surprise royal visit to the set of the iconic dance show last December, when Prince Louis made an adorable request to the stars. The young royal, six, made the spontaneous trip last year with mum Kate Middleton, 42 and big sister Princess Charlotte, eight, as the trio headed to Elstree studios in Hertfordshire to get a behind the scenes look at how the show was made.

Shirley Ballas has thanked fans for their kind words of support as she shared an update after sharing worrying news about her health. Last week, the Strictly Come Dancing star shared a photo of herself on social media last week after undergoing a biopsy following a routine mammogram.

Shirley Ballas has shared her fear she's 'worked herself to death' after recently sharing how she's undergoing a number of health tests. The Strictly Come Dancing star, who is head judge on the BBC One dance contest, shared a photo of herself on social media last week after undergoing a biopsy following a routine mammogram.

Strictly Come Dancing's Craig Revel Horwood recently shared a delightful update featuring the daughter of fellow show professionals Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has opened up about her recent cancer scare that has left her feeling very ‘emotional’ and 'terrified'. During an interview with The Sun, Shirley revealed that she’s been fearing for her future after having three biopsies for a lump found in her breast. Shirley admitted to the publication: “I’m worried I’ve worked myself to death.