Giovanni Pernice, a professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing, is facing uncertainty about his future on the show. Known for his ‘perfectionist’ personality, Giovanni has been accused of pushing some of his former celebrity partners to their breaking point. Despite criticisms from Laura Whitmore and Michelle Visage, the BBC has defended Giovanni and no official complaints have been lodged against him. However, rumors surrounding his intense training methods and fiery arguments with partners have persisted, leading to speculation about his behavior behind the scenes.
Amanda Abbington, who was partnered with Giovanni on the show, recently exited the competition citing ‘personal reasons’. Reports suggested that Amanda struggled with Giovanni’s strict training style, which left her feeling shaken and led to discussions with Giovanni’s former partners. Some sources claim that Amanda is seeking legal advice to retrieve her rehearsal tapes from the show. Despite the controversy, Giovanni maintains that he always acts in the best interest of his partners and seeks to bring out their best performances on the dance floor.
The BBC has shown ongoing support for Giovanni, as evidenced by their promotion of his new travel show with Anton du Beke. Despite concerns raised by Amanda and other former partners, BBC bosses seem to be backing Giovanni as a professional dancer. There are mixed opinions within the BBC about giving Giovanni a new celebrity match in the upcoming series. Still, official decisions are pending, as the show’s main boss is on maternity leave, which has delayed the announcement of the professional dancer line-up for the upcoming series.
Giovanni has recently been on a successful solo tour titled ‘Let Me Entertain You’, celebrating sold-out shows across the UK. Amid speculation about his return to Strictly Come Dancing, Giovanni shared a defiant motto ‘Never Give Up’ tattooed on his wrist, emphasizing his perseverance. While Giovanni’s future on the show remains uncertain, he continues to focus on his live performances and expressing gratitude for the support of his fans. Despite the ongoing drama surrounding his professional life, Giovanni remains dedicated to his career and the art of dance.
In the midst of controversies and speculation, Giovanni’s friends and colleagues, including Anton du Beke, have offered their support and praised his professionalism. The future of Giovanni’s role on Strictly Come Dancing will depend on the decisions made by BBC bosses and their evaluation of the situation. As the show prepares for the upcoming series, the spotlight will be on Giovanni and his potential behavior towards his future celebrity partners. Whether Giovanni will return to the dancefloor or face consequences for his training methods remains to be seen. Until then, the professional dancer continues to focus on his performances and express gratitude to his supporters.
