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Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left doing a double take after spotting an Olympic athlete in the audience at this weekend's live show.

Giovanni Pernice issues a brief yet poignant message to his fans as they await news as to whether he'll return to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer is currently busy touring the country in his own headline show which began earlier this year.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has declared his love for his adoring fans in an update from his country-wide tour before he asked his fans a two-word question.

Giovanni Pernice has been backed by his former Strictly Come Dancing partner amid the drama surrounding Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington.

BBC Strictly professional dancer Giovanni Pernice has received support from his old Strictly partner during the ongoing controversy with Amanda Abbington. Former Sherlock actress Amanda, 52, claimed she got PTSD after dancing with 33 year old Italian Giovanni on Strictly Come Dancing last year, leaving the show for "medical reasons".Then, it emerged that the mother of two got a "big name lawyer" to retrieve her practice videos from the BBC.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has declared his love for his fans as they rushed to respond to his latest update. The dancer took to social media as he looked back at how his mammoth UK tour is going so far.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice couldn't look more loved-up as he made his new girlfriend shy as he showed off her surprise. The dancer is currently touring the country with his own show.

Fleur East was branded a 'goddess' after showing off her growing baby bump at the Brit Awards on Saturday night (March 3). The presenter stepped out with her Hits Radio team to celebrate the best of the music industry at London's O2 Arena.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has addressed what type of dance teacher he is as he was quizzed on what he's really like behind the scenes. The dancer appeared on The One Show on Wednesday night (January 24) to chat about his new tour.

Strictly Come Dancing's Jowita Przystal was left a bit miffed after an awkward mix-up on Sunday Brunch. She appeared alongside former Strictly contestant, Krishnan Guru-Murthy on the weekend talk show ahead of Strictly's live tour, when hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer asked her about her birthplace in Poland - but incorrectly named her home city.The hosts claimed that she was from the Polish city of Katowice, however, this is not where she is from.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has spoken out on the 'support' he has been receiving as he offered a 'one-week' countdown. The dancer hasn't had a slow start to the New Year as he jumped straight back into rehearsals for his upcoming tour.

Strictly Come Dancing's Lauren Oakley has been left devastated over the death of her beloved grandmother. Lauren, 32, who was paired with Krishnan Guru-Murthy on Strictly in 2023, took to Instagram to share a number of videos and snaps with her grandma. In one, she could be seen smiling with her, whilst in the second, they could be seen holding hands.

Stacey Solomon has been asked if her latest social media is 'her way' of informing them of baby number six being on the way despite previously admitting she and Joe Swash were 'struggling' with their brood as it was.

Kate Garraway has told her Good Morning Britain co-star that she's in a 'strange bubble of numbness' following the death of her husband Derek Draper. The presenter was heartbroken to share the news of Derek's death last Friday, January 5, almost four years after contracting Covid changed their lives.

Lorraine Kelly has said the death of Kate Garraway's husband is 'not fair' as she shared what her ITV co-star 'should do' but 'probably won't' following Derek Draper's death. Good Morning Britain star Kate has been supported by her co-stars after confirming Derek had died, aged 56.

Strictly Come Dancing star Annabel Croft has told fans 'it's official' as she's seen in a new partnership after splitting from Johannes Radebe. The former tennis ace has been seperated from her dance partner, with whom she created a special friendship, for the show's live tour.

Gemma Atkinson was quick to react as Gorka Marquez shared a shirtless snap on social media as he got his New Year off to an active start. The Strictly Come Dancing star wasn't wasting any time in getting stuck back into his workout routine following the Christmas festivities.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has thrilled fans by sharing the 'best news' with his fans and followers weeks after the latest series came to an end. The dancer appeared during the final of the BBC One dance contest earlier this month following his unexpected exit from the 2023 series.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has broken his silence after it was revealed that his dance partner, Amanda Abbington, wouldn't be joining him for the show's grand finale.The journey for the pair has been a bit bumpy, both on and off the dance floor. Despite their fiery performances winning over the audience, there were whispers of tension between the 33 year old Italian dancer and the 51 year old actress.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has spoken for the first time after it was revealed that partner Amanda Abbington won't return for the show's finale.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left demanding 'more' after an unexpected moment in the ballroom. The last results show of the series on Sunday night (December 10) saw the three finalists of the 2023 series decided ahead of next weekend's final.

Strictly Come Dancing star Krishnan Guru-Murthy has said it was a 'big decision' as he's been forced to swap dance partners. The Channel 4 News presenter impressed viewers of the BBC One dance contest during his time on the show.

Krishnan Guru-Murthy has announced a big career switch, following his time on Strictly Come Dancing.The 53 year old journalist from Channel 4 News was paired with professional dancer Lauren Oakley on the popular BBC show, but they were voted off earlier this month after losing to Angela Rippon and Kai Widdrington in the dreaded dance-off. However, Krishnan has now revealed that his stint on the show has inspired him to pursue a career in music. He shared that seeing his son Jay, 16, perform at Glastonbury Festival with his band Askew, motivated him to reunite his own rock band after many years apart.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk was supported by fellow dancing stars as she celebrated becoming a British citizen. The dancer, who was born in Saint Petersburg, Russia joined the cast of Strictly in 2018.

Strictly Come Dancing star Luba Mushtuk has announced the "special" news that she is now a British citizen in a new social media post.The 34 year old, who joined the cast of Strictly in 2018, took to Instagram on Tuesday, 21 November to proudly reveal she has been granted British citizenship alongside two photos of her with her official documents at Camden Town Hall. "She is a British Citizen.

With Strictly Come Dancing heading to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom this weekend, it appears that dancing fever has well and truly taken over the seaside town.

Strictly Come Dancing star Adam Thomas paid a heartwarming tribute to his former dancing partner Luba as she celebrated her birthday earlier this week in an adorable post to his Instagram page.

We're now officially nine weeks into Strictly Come Dancing and it's now time for what we've all been waiting for. This weekend's show marks the BBC One dance contest's return to Blackpool as per the show's annual tradition.

He might have lost out on his place in Blackpool this weekend, but Strictly Come Dancing star Krishnan Guru-Murthy, 53, was full of smiles as he enjoyed his newfound freedom from dance training for a night on the town with his rarely-seen son.The father and son duo looked smart and suited in shades of chic grey as the appeared on the red carpet at a film premiere in London.The Channel 4 newsreader lost out to Angela Rippon on Saturday and missed out on a trip to the Blackpool Ballroom as a result, leaving him in tears. However, he has moved on and was spotted posing for the camera with his handsome son, Jay, 16, who was originally embarrassed of his dad's appearance on the dancing show.The teenager reportedly begged his father not to take part in the dancing competition and refused to attend the launch episode alongside the rest of the family.

Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington has defended his partner Angela Rippon, 79, amid 'fix' claims after the pair were saved from the dreaded dance off on Sunday night's pre-recorded results show.

Angela Rippon has asked fans to 'wish her luck' as she broke her silence after being saved on Strictly Come Dancing sparked outrage. Fans of the BBC One dance contest last saw the veteran broadcaster in the ballroom over the weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have demanded 'tell us' as they made the same observation about the upcoming dances. This Saturday (November 18) the seven remaining couples in the BBC One dance contest, along with the judges, hosts and crew, will head to Blackpool.

Krishnan Guru-Murphy left himself and his dance partner in tears as they spoke for the first time about their Strictly Come Dancing exit. The Channel 4 News presenter was the seventh celebrity to leave the BBC One dance contest over the weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers have issued a 'threat' as they found themselves on the side of head judge Shirley Ballas over the weekend. The hit BBC One dance contest returned with its live show on Saturday night (November 12) before the pre-recorded results show aired on Sunday night (November 12).

Angela Rippon has praised the backstage heroes' as her place on Strictly Come Dancing came under fire. The veteran broadcaster impressed the judges on Saturday night (November 11) during her latest stint in the ballroom with her professional dance partner Kai Widdrington.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have said they were 'fuming' after spotting another exit after Krishnan Guru-Murphy lost his place in the competition. There were sad scenes for the Channel 4 News presenter on Sunday night (November 12) as he faced the dreaded dance-off.