Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice lark around in new behind-the-scenes photo

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Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice are wowing Strictly Come Dancing fans across the country as they take the live tour to various cities.MORE: Giovanni Pernice talks sizzling chemistry with Rose Ayling-Ellis after dedicating tattoo to herBut away from the limelight, the pair - who made Strictly history when they lifted the glitterball trophy in December - are still finding some downtime, taking pictures behind-the-scenes of backstage antics.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice kisses Strictly partner Rose Ayling-EllisTaking to her Instagram Stories on Monday following the Birmingham leg of the tour, Rose posted a snapshot of a polaroid with her dance partner and fellow pro Luba Mushtuk.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice spark reaction with near kiss during rehearsalsREAD: Giovanni Pernice says the sweetest thing about dancing with Rose Ayling-Ellis againAlongside the post, the EastEnders star added a gif of a lizard and wrote: "@giovannipernice The classic lizard [laughing face emojis]."During Strictly rehearsals last year, Rose often referred to Giovanni as a "lizard".

When asked why, she explained on It Takes Two: "It's a joke that we have. He's very passionate, and really cares. He really likes pushing me to do the best I can do."Because he's seen when I do the best, when I don't do it, because I'm being stupid, then the lizard comes out." A new image Rose has shared from the tourElsewhere, in a new chat with Daily Mail's Weekend Magazine, the Italian pro touched upon the foundation of their sizzling chemistry. "It's about respect," he explained. "From there you build a friendship, and you have fun."MORE: Giovanni Pernice kisses Strictly partner Rose Ayling-Ellis in must-see videoDespite being on tour, Rose went on.