Former Strictly Come Dancing pro James Jordan has joked that he would have been 'worse' than Giovanni Pernice if he had been single during his time on the BBC show

Giovanni Pernice has reportedly quit BBC Strictly Come Dancing after a series of complaints from former celebrity partners including Amanda Abbington, who he was paired with last year

Giovanni Pernice has reportedly quit BBC Strictly Come Dancing

Giovanni Pernice has reportedly quit BBC Strictly Come Dancing

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice might have had a rocky ride entertaining the nation on the Saturday night show, but he won it in 2021, along with EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis - and now a bombshell has been dropped.

The dancer is believed to be seeking a fresh start on other TV shows

Strictly Come Dancing pro Giovanni Pernice has reportedly quit the popular BBC show, amid reported concerns in regards to his approach to training his celeb partners

The Strictly star has come a long way since growing up in a small council flat on the Leasowe Estate in Wallasey.

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