Strictly Come Dancing feud exposed as Craig Revel Horwood names his 'arch enemy' on the show

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice left the UK ahead of claims he is quitting the hugely popular BBC show after nine years.The star, 33, is on a break in Dubai with his girlfriend Molly Brown, 25, who shared pictures of them kissing where she dubbed him "my best friend".The couple, who confirmed their romance at the end of February, proved they were still going strong despite rumours that they had split. Strictly Come Dancing fans were shocked by the news - revealed by The Sun last night - that Giovanni is reportedly set to 'quit' the hit BBC show after nine years.

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.

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.

The Fortune Hotel star Stephen Mangan has opened up about the “terrifying” health scare he experienced following the death of his parents. Stephen, who is known for appearing in shows including The Split, has most recently turned his attention to TV presenting as the new host of The Fortune Hotel. Launching on ITV, the show will see 10 pairs battle it out to attempt to win the £250,000 jackpot.

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 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.

Gemma Atkinson has revealed the rule Gorka Marquez follows to stop him quitting Strictly Come Dancing.The couple, who share daughter Mia, four, and son Thiago, nine months, met when Gemma was partnered with Aljaz Skorjanec on Strictly back in 2017. Gemma, 39, and Gorka, 33, went from strength to strength after meeting on the show, getting engaged in 2021. Gorka is still one of Strictly's best-loved professionals but the BBC show's gruelling schedule makes it hard for him to spend time with his family while competing in the series.The ballroom and latin dancer trains with a celebrity partner Monday to Friday, and is then busy with the live show on Saturdays, making Sunday his only day off.

Gemma Atkinson has revealed the 'grief' she gets over Gorka Marquez and his efforts that keep him on Strictly Come Dancing and also committed to his home life with her and their two children. The couple are no strangers to spending chunks of time away from each other and their children due to work commitments.

Strictly Come Dancing star Graziano Di Prima has shared the hilarious moment his shirtless video with Vito Coppola went quite wrong. The dancers are currently reunited as a number of the BBC One dance show's professionals hit the road.

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.

Craig Revel Horwood has melted fans' hearts as he shared a sweet baby update after revealing he's undergone an unusual surgery. The Strictly Come Dancing judge was seen letting his hair down over the weekend as he celebrated the birthday of Sara Davies.

It may have been months ago but Bobby Brazier has now exposed one of his Strictly Come Dancing blunders much to his dance partner Dianne Buswell's delight. It's been four months now since the pair last graced our screens in the final of the BBC One dance contest.

Dianne Buswell has hilariously uncovered a 'feud' between two of her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars before Vito Coppola admitted his struggle. The dancers have recently been in rehearsals as they prepare to tour the country.

Janette Manrara has said she 'can't get over' a number of sweet moments between her daughter and one of Strictly Come Dancing's very own judges after they spent some of their personal time together over the weekend.

Strictly Come Dancing star Craig Revel Horwood has revealed that he has undergone surgery for a 'nasty' injury on his foot.The 59 year old Strictly judge shared that he underwent the surgery to have his toes 'flattened' as he blamed the injury on ‘wearing high heels all my life’. During an appearance on Ireland’s Late Late Show on Friday, 26 April, he told host Patrick Kielty about the injury before showing off the orthopaedic shoes he now has to wear.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has shared an adorable update on the daughter of former Strictly professionals Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec. Craig, who is currently starring in the Wizard Of Oz tour, posted a sweet photo to Instagram as he celebrated the 40th birthday of 2021 contestant Sara Davies, where he was joined by Janette and Aljaž’s little daughter Lyra. As he soaked up the birthday celebrations, 59 year old Craig sported a pair of daisy rimmed and a string of purple necklaces as he cradled nine month old Lyra.