Giovanni Pernice questioned by Strictly's It Takes Two viewers as they spot 'sneaky' comment

Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice have undeniably formed a great partnership, winning praise from the Strictly Come Dancing judges and the show's fans.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis pictured with Giovanni Pernice after tearful Strictly interviewEastEnders actress Rose is Strictly's first-ever deaf contestant, and during the competition, the pair have had to work "harder than anyone else" to perform their spellbinding routines.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis close to tears on It Takes TwoIn a new

Giovanni Pernice “doesn’t have time for romance” as he wants to concentrate on winning Strictly Come Dancing, a source has told OK! It was reported that the 31 year old professional dancer was secretly dating Made in Chelsea's Verity Bowditch following his romance with Love Island star Maura Higgins. However, he has since denied the rumours, admitting he “didn’t know anything about it”.

Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice are certainly ones to watch in this year's Strictly Come Dancing.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice has shared his thoughts after viewers noticed a "change" in him during this year's series with dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis.MORE: Strictly hunk Giovanni Pernice forced to clarify latest dating rumoursUnsure whether the claims are true, the professional dancer has admitted he feels more positive while working with the EastEnders actress.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice leave Strictly fans in tears with poignant dance"People on

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has clarified the recent rumours that suggest he is dating Made in Chelsea star Verity Bowditch.

Giovanni Pernice has revealed the incredible blinking technique that helps his partner Rose Ayling-Ellis in routines. Speaking on Sunday night's edition of Strictly Come Dancing, EastEnders star Rose, 27, who is the first deaf contestant to compete in the series, admitted that she had to "focus more" because of the "off-putting" faces the professional dancer makes during routines.

Strictly Come Dancing favourite Rose Ayling-Ellis took on her toughest challenge yet when she danced the Paso Doble with Giovanni Pernice this weekend.The smouldering dance was a "struggle" for the pair, with Rose confessing it was completely out of character for her to play such a "fierce" character – and judge Craig Revel-Horwood had a harsh critique for them.

Giovanni Pernice is one of Strictly Come Dancing's favourites, proving to be a hit with the audience week after week. But away from the dancefloor, the professional dancer - who has partnered up with Rose Ayling-Ellis - often courts headlines with his romantic conquests.

Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice have been wowing fans on the Strictly Come Dancing dancefloor week after week, but the actress made sure she put some time aside to celebrate her 27th birthday.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis asked which pro dancer she would pick over Giovanni PerniceOn Wednesday, Rose was joined by both Giovanni and her boyfriend Samuel Arnold for a fun dinner date as she took a break from rehearsals.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice leave fans in tears with poignant

Strictly star Rose Ayling-Ellis took to her Instagram Stories to share a cheeky behind-the-scenes moment with her dance partner Giovanni Pernice on Wednesday.The pair were travelling in the back of a car when the actress posted a short video clip which saw her look to the camera and mouth "Shh," before interrupting a dozing Giovanni by gently poking his face with her finger!MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis shares real reason for joining Strictly Come DancingGiovanni then looked surprised before smiling