The professional dancer, 33, is said to have called time on his eight-year stint on the show - despite the BBC 'backing him all the way' after reports emerged of clashes with his past female contestants.

Giovanni Pernice has reportedly quit Strictly Come Dancing after facing allegations over his tough training methods from previous celebrity partners, including actress Amanda Abbington

Strictly Come Dancing hunk Giovanni has allegedly told pals he's leaving the BBC show following several reported clashes with his female partners on the programme

UNDER-fire Strictly pro Giovanni Pernice has told pals he is quitting the dance show — after starting negotiations to do another series. The BBC was said to be “very keen” to continue working with …

Helen Skelton appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2022

Helen Skelton appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2022

James Jordan has shared his thoughts on the Strictly curse, saying he doesn't really believe in it but that he can see why so many stars of the BBC show have got together

Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola will be dancing their way around the UK next summer, visiting 27 venues including Cliffs Pavilion, for Red Hot and Ready

Dianne Buswell and Vito Coppola will be dancing their way around the UK next summer, visiting 27 venues including Cliffs Pavilion, for Red Hot and…

Former Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan has sensationally claimed he could have grown intimate with his dance partners over the years if he wasn't with his wife Ola

The BBC is reportedly "gathering evidence" after "serious complaints" from three of Giovanni's co-stars.

BBC head judge, who stars on the panel alongside Motsi Mabuse, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton du Beke, shared an update after the show won a TV BAFTA.

Created by Jason Gilkison, Red Hot, and Ready will dance its way around the UK in June and July 2025, visiting 27 venues and Poole Lighthouse is one of them.

Created by Jason Gilkison, Red Hot, and Ready will dance its way around the UK in June and July 2025, visiting 27 venues and Poole Lighthouse is one…

The Strictly winner has been cast in a new four-part BBC thriller, which is being filmed in Yorkshire

Amanda Owen could sign up to BBC show Strictly Come Dancing following her marriage split from husband Clive Owen.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have hit out at professionals Vito Coppola and Dianne after they swerved parts of the country on their UK tour.

“We’re not going for an official record, but we’re certainly hoping it will be the biggest mass dance that Bangor has ever witnessed”