Strictly's Rose's boyfriend 'raising an eyebrow' over her close bond with Giovanni Pernice

Giovanni Pernice got teary during Sunday's results episode of Strictly Come Dancing as he made the final with Rose Ayling-Ellis. During the latest instalment, it was announced that the duo had made it to Saturday's 2021 final along with AJ Odudu and Kai Widdrington, and John Whaite and Johannes Radebe.

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

Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis have won a huge legion of loyal fans since they embarked on their Strictly Come Dancing journey back in September – so much so, that many are predicting they will make it all the way to the final.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis reveals secret behind her 'connection' with Strictly partner Giovanni PerniceDuring a joint chat with HELLO! recently, professional dancer Giovanni revealed the EastEnders star has many special qualities that could make them winners.WATCH:

Strictly Come Dancing stars Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice have been wowing fans with their incredible dance routines, so it's no wonder they have managed to develop a close bond in recent weeks.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis sums up 'partnership' with Giovanni Pernice perfectlyShortly after news of their involvement in next year's Strictly tour was announced, the EastEnders actress - who is the show's first-ever deaf contestant - opened up about their partnership, and how

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has shared his pride after he and Rose Ayling-Ellis won their first joint award.

Rose Ayling-Ellis had nothing but sweet things to say to her professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice after they made it through to the semi-finals of Strictly Come Dancing.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis makes candid comment about Giovanni Pernice - and it'll melt your heartTaking to Instagram on Sunday, the EastEnders actress praised the professional dancer for taking "a leap of faith" with her.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis close to tears on It Takes Two"'A leap of faith.' What a perfect phrase to sum

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's Giovanni Pernice has taken to Instagram to discuss the rumours of his possible new romance. It had been reported that Giovanni, 31, is dating Made in Chelsea start Verity Bowditch just weeks after his split from Maura Higgins.

Maura Higgins looked absolutely incredible as she shared a sizzling bikini snap of herself.The Love Island beauty proved that recent reports of her ex Giovanni Pernice secretly dating Made in Chelsea's Verity Bowditch were the furthest thing on her mind as she took to Instagram to upload the stunning snap on Saturday 27 November.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice is reported to be secretly dating Made in Chelsea's Verity Bowditch.The 31 year old professional dancer is said to have had several secret meet ups with Verity, 26, just weeks after his split from Maura Higgins. A source has said: “Giovanni has fallen head over heels for Verity.

Strictly dancer split up with the Love Island star just before the hit BBC dancing show started as he said he wanted to focus on the show. But now it has been reported that he has moved on while him and celebrity partner Rose Ayling-Ellis are still in the competition.

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.