Giovanni Pernice showcased his unwavering support for his former dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis on Monday.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice put on loving display at NTAsThe EastEnders actress took to Instagram to share a major career announcement, and true to form, Giovanni was among the first to react. In the social media post, Rose, 27, penned a lengthy message about her 'return to theatre'. WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis swims with manta rays during lavish Maldives getawayAlongside an eerie digital poster for Shakespeare's As You Like It, the actress penned: "So excited to finally share this news! I am thrilled to be going back to theatre with this talented group of people.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipPHOTOS: 28 best dressed stars at the National Television Awards 2022: from Holly Willoughby to Maya Jama"Scary thought to be performing Shakespeare for the very first time playing Celia.
Giovanni Pernice 'looking at other opportunities' after denying he will quit Strictly
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Giovanni Pernice was reportedly telling his friends how "he wants to quit" Strictly Come Dancing after his early departure from the series alongside presenter Richie Anderson. The dancer was said to be "embarrassed" to be second out of the competition, according to the Sun, after winning the series with Rose Ayling-Ellis last year. But hitting back at the reports, Giovanni, 32, set the record straight as he shared on his Instagram Stories: "Lol," with three laughing face emojis.
"I'm not going anywhere!!!" While Giovanni has proven that he will happily continue on Strictly Come Dancing, for the time being, a source told OK! that the dancer is however thinking about his options with his future career. "Giovanni was not expecting to leave so soon. He lives for this show, especially after winning last year," a source shared with us.
"He was really looking forward to getting to know someone new. And he had a great time with Richie. But it was the shortest run Giovanni has ever had on the programme." They added: "This could be Giovanni’s opening to look at other opportunities.
He's thinking about his future career. He has hopes of being a TV personality in the long run now that he's a star himself." A representative for Giovanni told OK!: "Gio is not leaving Strictly. He loves the show and looks forward to more years on it!" It comes after fans became worried the star will quit following an "awkward" interview with Richie.
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Strictly's Giovanni Pernice poses with his 'girls' in surprising NTAs photo
Giovanni Pernice looked proud as punch as he posed for an incredible photo with three of his former celebrity dance partners at the National Television Awards on Thursday.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice put on loving display at NTAsAfter Strictly Come Dancing won the award for best Talent Show, the professional dancer joined reigning champion Rose Ayling-Ellis, Debbie McGee, from series 15, and Michelle Visage, from series 17, for an epic photo.WATCH: King Charles makes surprise appearance at NTAs"With my girls," Giovanni gushed alongside the sweet picture, which Strictly fans will no doubt be delighted to see.MORE: Giovanni Pernice sets record straight on whether he will quit Strictly Come DancingREAD: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipGlitterball trophy holders Giovanni and Rose took to the NTA stage to accept the Best Talent Show gong. In a touching moment, the whole cast of Strictly thanked fans in sign language whilst on stage.Their reunion comes four days after Giovanni and his most recent dance partner Richie Anderson left the competition.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice responds to quit reports as fans left concerned
Giovanni Pernice has responded to claims he's thinking of quitting Strictly Come Dancing after he made an early exit from the competition last weekend. The Italian dancer and his celebrity partner Richie Anderson found themselves in a shock bottom two during Sunday's results show.
Rose Ayling-Ellis reacts to Giovanni Pernice's sweet message about their time together on Strictly
Rose Ayling-Ellis took to Instagram on Tuesday to reveal unknown details about herself to her followers, including the fact that "music and painting during my downtime is therapeutic to me".MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoys mini Strictly reunion after Giovanni Pernice's surprise exitWanting to engage with her fans, the former Strictly Come Dancing winner asked them tto reveal their favourite downtime activity, and her former Strictly co-star, Giovanni Pernice, sweetly revealed his.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis stuns in bikini during Maldives holiday"Teaching Rose," he confessed, to which a delighted Rose quickly replied: "Aww @giovaniipernice. Learning a new dance and getting it right was the best feeling ever."MORE: Giovanni Pernice's touching tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly revealedREAD: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice addresses fallout rumours with dance partner Richie AndersonThe couple were partnered together during last year's series and went on to win the competition.
Strictly Come Dancing fans worried Giovanni Pernice will quit after 'awkward' interview
Strictly Come Dancing fans have become worried that professional dancer Giovanni Pernice may quit the show following an "awkward" interview. The professional dancer, 32, and his celebrity partner TV and radio personality Richie Anderson, 34, were voted off the dance competition in the Sunday night results show.
Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoys mini Strictly reunion after Giovanni Pernice's surprise exit
Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoyed a mini Strictly Come Dancing reunion with fellow 2021 competitor Dan Walker and his dance partner Nadiya Bychkova on Monday night.MORE: Giovanni Pernice's touching tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly revealedTheir little get-together comes shortly after Rose's former dance partner Giovanni Pernice and Richie Anderson became the latest pairing of this year's series to leave the competition.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice's sweet gesture to Rose Ayling-Ellis revealedTaking to Instagram, Rose shared pictures as both she and her mother Donna went to support 5 News presenter Dan at the launch of his latest book, Standing On The Shoulders. "Lovely evening at @mrdanwalker book launch," she remarked alongside a snap of Dan talking on stage.READ: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice addresses fallout rumours with dance partner Richie AndersonMORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Strictly's Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipRose, who made history by becoming the first deaf person to compete and going on to win Strictly last year, also praised the former BBC Breakfast host for bringing a British Sign Language BSL interrupter to the event."How brilliant Dan brought a BSL interpreter this evening and I never asked for it or mentioned it," she added.
Giovanni and Richie address costume backlash after being voted off BBC Strictly
After a samba to Hakuna Matata from The Lion King as part of Movie Week, Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice became the second couple to leave the BBC One dance contest on Sunday night. The Radio 2 presenter and his professional dance partner found themselves in the bottom two in the results show against Fleur East and Vito Coppola.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice shares message to Richie Anderson after staying quiet on early exit
Giovanni Pernice has shown his support to dance partner Richie Anderson as he appeared to stay silent on his early exit from Strictly Come Dancing. There were gasps on Sunday after the result from week three were revealed during the BBC One results show.
BBC Strictly Come Dancing fans 'know why' Giovanni Pernice and Richie Anderson were eliminated from show
Strictly Come Dancing fans were left gobsmacked when movie week turned into a horror when Richie Anderson and his dance partner Giovanni Pernice and Fleur East and Vito Coppola landed in the bottom two and therefore had to dance again for their survival in the BBC One dance contest on Sunday night.