Strictly's Giovanni Pernice issues statement after fans asked if he had quit the UK
ok.co.ukFormer Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has issued his first statement since the new season of Strictly’s live shows started, following his exit from the hit BBC show this summer.The Italian dancer, 34, who is no longer a part of the UK show, addressed fan concerns that he has left the UK for good after speculation about his recent move to Italy.
Giovanni is now starring as a professional in the Italian version of Strictly, called Ballando con le Stelle, where he is paired with Italian actress and TV presenter Bianca Guaccero.The update comes after the dancer's exit from Strictly this summer, following claims made by Amanda Abbington following their pairing in last year’s show.The Sherlock actress alleged that she suffered from PTSD from their training.
Now, speaking out from Italy for the first time since the new Strictly season started without him, Giovanni reassured fans that he ‘hasn’t left the UK at all’.
In a video posted to Instagram, captioned "Update,” Giovanni explained his current situation from where he is now in Rome and spoke about his new celeb dance partner, saying: “Just a quick update with life in Rome.This week is the week of the first live show, which is very exciting.
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