BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice leaves fans in tears as Rose Ayling-Ellis praises him

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis has met professional dancing partner Giovanni Pernice's family during a trip to visit her co-star in Sicily.The EastEnders actress and professional dancer Giovanni raised the glitterball trophy together after winning BBC programme Strictly in 2021.In a photograph obtained by The Sun, Rose could be seen with Giovanni at his sister Angela's dance studio in Sicily - with Rose also meeting Angela during her visit.READ NEXT: Why is Rose Ayling-Ellis leaving EastEnders and when will she go?The snap shows the pair with their arms wrapped around one another, and also includes an appearance from Strictly judge Anton Du Beke.The visit comes weeks after Rose split from her boyfriend of seven years Samuel Arnold, with the couple saying that the split was "amicable," according to The Mirror.A friend said: "They spent a lot of time apart while Rose was away on tour, which has had an impact."It’s been difficult for them both, of course, but they’re certain it’s the right move — and Sam’s had a shoulder to cry on in their mutual friend Aimee."Their split follows a year that has seen Rose's career rocket to new heights of fame, following her victory on Strictly.The Strictly Come Dancing winners also reunited at the TV BAFTAs earlier this year, where they took home the award for Must-See Moment.Their victory was based on the couple's stunning silent show dance routine to Clean Bandit and Zara Larsson's Symphony, which left viewers of the BBC One programme in tears when it originally aired in November last year.Since her win, the actress has continued to raise awareness for the deaf community, with dance partner Giovanni revealing recently that he was learning British Sign Language.A source

Rose Ayling-Ellis posted a cryptic message on social media ahead of jetting off to Italy to meet Giovanni Pernice and his family in Italy.MORE: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis celebrates Giovanni Pernice's latest milestone after recent heartacheThe EastEnders actress, 27, who has recently split with her long-term boyfriend Sam Arnold, was captured in a photo shared by the MailOnline, posing beside her former partner, his sister Angela and Strictly professional and judge Anton Du Beke at Angela's dance studio in Sicily, Italy.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Giovanni PerniceAccording to the publication, Giovanni was reportedly filming a new BBC1 travel show with Anton, 56, when Rose turned up to surprise the pair.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks 'besotted' in new photos as Giovanni Pernice prepares for StrictlySEE:  Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedThe fun snap came just as Rose shared a cryptic message alongside a selection of photos from a fun night with her friends with cocktails in hand.A post shared by Rose Ayling-Ellis (@rose.a.e)Rose reunited with friendsCaptioning the post, she wrote: "Finally reunited. Forever grateful for good friends and good times."One of Rose's friends, featured in the snaps, reunited with the Strictly Come Dancing winner after being away in Australia for three years.

WHO Wants To Be A Millionaire? viewers have accused the show of stitching up a contestant with an overly hard question that saw him leave with nothing. John McKenna, who won the programme's sister show Fastest Finger First to make it into the hot seat, was visibly annoyed when he became only the second player in host Jeremy Clarkson's tenure to go home empty-handed. He came unstuck on the £1,000 question: "Which of these is a thick omelette made with fried onion and potatoes, popular in Spain? A: Tortilla B: Churros C: Croquetas and D: Gazpacho." John was stumped, admitting he didn't know what Churros were.

MASKED Dancer fans are convinced Onomatopoeia is a Strictly star with a sporting pedigree. The bold and bright literary character is none other that Nicola Adams, according to viewers. Onomatopoeia came out on top in the first head to head of the night, seeing off the Pearly King.

STRICTLY star Helen Skelton looked incredible in skintight leggings as she took a break from dance practice and returned to her day job. The broadcaster, 39, hosts Channel 4's rugby league coverage and was in fine spirits at Huddersfield Giant's play-off against Salford Red Devils.

STRICTLY winner Rose Ayling- Ellis visited pro dance partner Giovanni Pernice in his homeland and met his sister. It comes after the duo’s close bond on the show sparked speculation they could be more than friends. EastEnders actress Rose, 27, posed with 32-year-old Italian Giovanni at his sister’ Angela’s dance studio in Sicily.

Strictly Come Dancing judging table. She joined in 2019 as a replacement for the more sedate Darcey Bussell and returns this month for her fourth series, alongside Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke. She is an exuberant presence on the panel. In person, she is friendly, assured and surprisingly short.

Strictly Come Dancing fans were furious after details of the dancing partnerships were published online ahead of its glossy launch. The flagship BBC programme, which sees celebrities pair up with professional dancers and try to score a perfect 10 from judges, is returning for its 20th season. The celebrity line-up, which has been officially announced, includes Helen Skelton, Matt Goss, Fleur East and Kaye Adams, with the stars spotted outside a rehearsal space earlier this week.

THE 2022 Strictly Come Dancing pairings have been leaked online - a week before the big reveal. The new celebrities were paired up with their professional dance partners in a pre-recorded filming session earlier this week.

This year's new series of Strictly Come Dancing could be delayed following the death of the Queen.

BBC series Strictly Come Dancing are in uproar after the names of the new celebrity pairing were leaked just days ahead of the show’s launch. A gossip website dedicated to show has published the ‘confirmed’ pairings of celebrities and professional dancers, leaving many fans feeling angered at the leak as excitement builds for the launch.

Tasha Ghouri, and Strictly Come Dancing winner, Giovanni Pernice, alongside the National Deaf Children’s society to highlight the feeling of being left out of conversation experienced by four in 10 (41%) deaf people. Tasha, who was born deaf and was a BSL user before her Cochlear implant was fitted, gave exclusive announcements alongside the Strictly dancer, who partnered with deaf actress Rose Ayling-Ellis in the 2021 series, in British Sign Language (BSL) to highlight the feelings of exclusion experienced by the deaf community.Using their platforms, which have a combined following of over two million people, they have revealed exclusive new gossip using BSL only.

BBC News presenters have been told to change into black clothes as the Queen's doctors become 'concerned for her health'.

Strictly Come Dancing star Helen Skelton, 39, took to Instagram to share a reel of her moments from the launch show, which included a selfie of her and Kym Marsh, a snap of her sharing a pizza with Ellie Taylor and a group picture of her fellow competitors this series.The presenter will battle it out for the Glitterball trophy alongside; Kym, Ellie, Will Mellor, Richie Anderson, Kaye Adams, Jayde Adams, Ellie Simmonds, Fleur East, James Bye, Molly Rainford, Hamza Yassin and Tony Adams MBE.Despite being rivals, Helen proved all is well behind-the-scenes so far as she told fans she understood why people raved about taking part.In view of her 325,000 followers, she wrote: "Totally understand why people rave about being part of this show in the way they do…"Smiles and laughter are infectious. Very grateful to be part of the class of “22” still in awe this is technically work.Bob Geldof slips up in front of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry"For however long it lasts I have already made memories to last a life time.

Two Strictly Come Dancing stars have finally confirmed their romance after posting holiday snaps of them loved up, following months of speculation.

Helen Skelton revealed she once enjoyed an acting stint on the legendary soap Coronation Street. Before the new Strictly Come Dancing recruit, 39, rose to fame as the beautiful Blue Peter presenter of the mid-noughties, the TV star appeared in a number of other shows in an effort to break into the TV industry.This meant that the broadcaster could stretch her acting abilities as she appeared on the TV show Cold Feet in addition to the ITV soap in order to earn some extra cash during her university studies.READ MORE:Strictly Come Dancing's Daisy Lowe announces engagement to real estate fiancéBut it didn’t take long before the starlet made a name for herself in children’s television after she decided life as an actress on the Cobbles wasn’t for her.Speaking to The Express, the TV presenter opened up about what it was like to work on the iconic Manchester set as she shared some of the trade secrets from the long-standing show.She told the publication: “I’m no actress, I mean I have so much respect for them.

Before finding fame as a kids TV presenter, Helen Skelton starred in the ITV soap, Coronation Street briefly. Helen is best known for presenting Blue Peter for five years, where she took part in some ground-breaking challenges, all over the world, even set two Guinness World Records.

Tess Daly has given fans a first look at the return of Strictly Come Dancing. Fans are currently waiting for the much-anticipated return of the BBC One dance contest which will burst back onto screens with the launch show next Saturday, September 17.

Lorraine viewers were quick to point out a glaring error as Dannii Minogue appeared on the show. The Australian singer, actress and television personality appeared live on the ITV show to chat to host Lorraine Kelly about a number of her current and upcoming projects.