Giovanni Pernice addresses rumours Rose is 'pulling out of Strictly tour'

Tilly Ramsey panics as she nearly exposed herself to Maisie Smith whilst they got dressed to kick off the Strictly Come Dancing tour.EastEnders star Maisie, showed fans in a video what had been going on backstage at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham as they prepared for the first night of the show's tour.For her 1m Instagram followers to see, Maisie had captured Gordon Ramsey's daughter Tilly, experience a horrendous wardrobe malfunction which had her running off. In the video, Tilly had flaunted the several bouquets she had received ahead of the tour's debut with Maisie adding she was "feeling the love".20-year-old Tilly then pops out in a luxurious red dressing gown and had been goofily dancing whilst the duo enjoyed some private girl time away from the Strictly lights.

Tilly Ramsay was photographed leaving the first live show of the 2022 Strictly Come Dancing tour with dancer Nadiya Bychkova on Thursday night, after her professional partner Nikita Kuzminwas forced to miss out.The 24 year old announced earlier that day that he had tested positive for Covid-19 and therefore could not participate in the show. "So sad to be missing a portion of the Strictly Live Tour, but unfortunately I tested Positive for Covid-19," Nikita posted on Instagram.

Kevin Clifton has been a part of various shows over the past few months, including Rock of Ages, and as the rock scene lost one of its biggest stars, he shared a moving tribute.PHOTOS: Strictly Come Dancing tattoos: From Kevin Clifton to Oti Mabuse, Giovanni Pernice and Gorka MárquezOn Friday, it was reported that American singer Meat Loaf had passed away at the age of 74, and the former Strictly pro shared a tribute to a man that had had a large impact on his life. Kevin shared a photo of the pair together when Meat Loaf had come to watch him perform as part of Burn the Floor back in 2009.WATCH: Meat Loaf has died aged 74"RIP Meatloaf," he wrote.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has been flooded with comments as she shared an update from the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice are continuing with their winning streak after they were crowned the winners on the first night of the live tour.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice spark reaction with near kiss during rehearsalsTaking to Instagram Stories after the launch night on Thursday, the professional dancer and EastEnders actress were in high spirits and couldn't contain their excitement - with Giovanni planting a sweet kiss on Rose's cheek.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice kisses Strictly partner Rose Ayling-Ellis"Hello. We've just done our very first show, and… we won it! Yes! I want to say thank you to the Birmingham people," 27-year-old Rose remarked, while Giovanni added: "It's so nice to be back and perform in front of the live audience finally after two years.

Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have once again shown off their sizzling chemistry on the Strictly Come Dancing dancefloor.MORE: Janette Manrara stuns with glamorous makeover ahead of Strictly tourTaking part in the tour's photocall on Thursday, the professional dancers locked lips as they posed for glamorous photos with fellow pros.WATCH: Janette Manrara shows off glam makeoverThe couple, who have been married since 2017, recently set the internet alight when they performed a spell-binding routine to Ed Sheeran's Bad Habits during the Strictly final.It's been a busy few months for the stars as they continue to adjust to Janette's new hosting role. The pro dancer joined Strictly back in 2013 and starred in eight series before announcing last year that she would be leaving the show.MORE: Dan Walker treated to ultimate surprise by newly-single Nadiya Bychkova during Strictly tourREAD: Giovanni Pernice says the sweetest thing about dancing with Rose Ayling-Ellis againJanette, 38, has instead turned her hand to presenting, taking over from Zoe Ball as the host of It Takes Two and now, as the new presenter of the tour.

Rose-Ayling Ellis has joined her Strictly partner and fellow co-stars to take part in their nationwide Arena Tour - and she was happy to document it all on Instagram.Opting for their usual glitz and glamour, the professional dancers were dressed in their usual sequins and sparkle while showing off their incredible beauty overhaul.However, one dancer was hit with a fashion faux pas, and Rose was the first to share the details to her Instagram story.Poor Nancy Xu, who is partnered with Rhys Stephenson, showed off her ripped trousers in an image shared to Rose Ayling-Ellis' Instagram followers.The team were about to hit the stage when Nancy faced an awkward mishap as she stunned in her glamorous sequin jumpsuit - which ultimately showed off her undies.A snap of Nancy saw her flash a sulking face back to the camera as she pouted with her glam makeup look - red lip and all - on full display.Her hair was curled to sit just by her shoulders as she looked nothing short of spectacular, but she had to get a team on her immediately following the mishap.As Rose shared the snap to her story, she wrote: "Ripped trousers before show, oops!"In another Instagram story post shared by Rose, she reposted a clip of herself and dancer Luba Mushtuk while the pair were in their dressing gowns.Luba was signing at Rose as the EastEnders actress was teaching her sign language, with Luba writing: "Signing session to be continued", in the snap of the duo.Rose gave her a 10/10 for her skills as they practised before heading onto stage for the first show, with Tilly Ramsay sharing a backstage photo of the glam trio.Fans will be happy to see Rose back on stage after the actress made history by not only becoming the first deaf contestant to appear on

Dan Walker may have opted against taking part on the Strictly Come Dancing tour, but he wasn't far from dance partner Nadiya Bychkova's mind. During a performance on the launch night, the professional dancer mimicked some of their lobster dance moves from their Jive.MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova throws herself into tour rehearsals after split from fiancéTaking to his Instagram Stories on Thursday, the BBC Breakfast host took part in an impromptu Q&A session and was asked which of his dances he would have recreated had he been on the tour.WATCH: Dan Walker leaves fans in hysterics with his singing during Strictly performance"I know @nadiyabychkova wanted to do the Charleston," he replied.

Nikita Kuzmin has shared his devastation as he's had no choice but to pull out of a portion of the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour.The 24 year old, who recently competed on the main programme with Tilly Ramsay, took to his Instagram feed to announce the news to his 109,000 followers.The professional dancer shared a snap of himself in costume with Gordon Ramsay's daughter Tilly, 20, alongside two mirror selfies where he looks sad holding three positive rapid tests before explaining the situation. In the caption, he said: "So sad to be missing a portion of the Strictly Live Tour, but unfortunately I tested Positive for COVID-19." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.

TILLY Ramsay almost flashed Maisie Smith in a hilarious backstage video from the Strictly Come Dancing Tour. The 20-year-old was caught on camera dancing around a bunch of flowers sent to Maisie on opening night from injured AJ Odudu. But her red dressing gown was gaping open.

Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis looked closer than ever as they returned to the dancefloor - but was Rose who stole the show.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin was forced to pull out of the opening night of the show's live tour at the last minute.

Strictly Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin has announced he will be missing some of the Strictly Live Tour after he tested positive for Covid-19.On Thursday afternoon the pro dancer shared a snap of him with his celebrity partner Tilly Ramsay alongside a snap of him holding up three positive lateral flow tests online.The tour prepares to make their first live performance of the tour in the heart of Birmingham joined by EastEnders actress Maisie Smith and the Wanted singer Max George.It is not yet known how long Nikita – who was partnered with the daughter of TV chef Gordon Ramsay – will have to miss out on the nationwide tour.He announced the news on his Instagram account to his 109,000 followers, saying: “So sad to be missing a portion of Strictly Live Tour, but unfortunately. I tested Positive for Covid-19.“Lots of luck to all the amazing Strictly Cast.

Strictly Come Dancing tour debut this evening, Janette posted a video. However, she quickly became annoyed when Aljaz interrupted.The tour began at 7.30pm this evening at the Utilata Arena Birmingham and will finish in February at the O2 Arena in London.Janette posted a video from her dressing room as she had the finishing touches done on her hair and make-up for her Strictly presenting debut this evening.In view of her 497,000 followers, she posted the update to Instagram.She said: "It's arrived, opening night.

Only five days ago, Nikita expressed his excitement at the tour starting.Sharing a snap from a group number, he wrote: "Cannot wait to dance The Jig and many other amazing routines during the Strictly Tour who is coming? @strictlycomedancinglive."Nikita danced next to flame-haired Dianne, as Luba Mushtuk stood to her left, while Kai Widdrington was visible on the far right.Last week, Tilly joked that she has a "new favourite partner" as the Strictly cast continued to rehearse ahead of their live tour.The BBC contestant quipped about replacing Strictly partner Nikita.In a clip posted to Amy Dowden's Instagram story, Tilly appeared to have worked up a sweat as she expressed having had "the most fun" working with the Welsh professional dancer."We have the most fun…," the Strictly star gleefully said."We have the best time.

The Strictly Live UK 2022 tour has begun, with the cast of last Autumn’s Strictly Come Dancing assembling for a photocall to mark the start of the event.This year’s tour will see many of both celebrity and professional dance favourites take to the stage to perform a variety of dances inspired by the BBC show. Set to perform on the tour include 2021 Strictly Come Dancing winners Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice, Tilly Ramsay and Nikita Kumzin, Max George and Katya Jones, Sara Davies and Aljaz Skorjanec and Kai Widdrington and Maisie Smith.

Strictly Come Dancing Glitterball trophy for the first time last year with Rose Ayling-Ellis, 27.The pair won over viewers, who were also delighted to see their reunion for the Strictly tour.The pair were loved by fans for their natural chemistry, after constantly praising each other throughout the show.Taking to the Strictly dance floor in Birmingham for the Strictly 2022 Live Tour, the pair beamed at each other as they took part in a dress run and photoshoot.Rose made sure all eyes were on her as she stunned in a gold feathered jumpsuit.The sparkles shimmered while feathers decorated her legs and arms.She styled her brunette tresses in elegant waves that fell past her shoulders.Giovanni, meanwhile, wore a smart black trouser and a spotted mesh top with a sparkled collar.The pair looked delighted to be back together as they locked eyes while Rose wrapped her leg around Giovanni.Giovanni posted an update on the pair on his Instagram yesterday in view of his 794,000 followers before the dress run.Rose said as she stood behind Giovanni: "So yeah, the dress run thing is going very well."Giovanni replied abruptly: "It's not a dress run ‘thing’. It's a dress run."So yeah, the dress run is going very well.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis were once again back in each other's arms after winning the famous glitterball trophy back in December.The twosome, who stole the hearts of the nation with their electrifying chemistry on the dance floor, were once again reunited for a photo call for the Strictly tour.In snaps from a recent promotional photoshoot, the much-loved couple beamed huge smiles as they gazed into each other's eyes.Their happiness was written all over their faces as they constantly looked at one another during a photo call in Birmingham.Rose dazzled in a high-neck glitzy gold jumpsuit that was skintight and featured feathers all over.Her glossy brunette locks were groomed into sleek brushed out waves that tumbled down her body.The EastEnders star and the pro-dancer could barely take their eyes off each other with their undeniable chemistry taking centre stage in front of the lens.Enjoying some downtime backstage, Giovanni captured the pair having some fun together behind-the-scenesRose said while standing behind her dancer partner: "So yeah, dress run thing is going very well."Responding, Giovanni insisted: "It's not a dress run 'thing'. It's a dress run."The Italian hunk added: "So yeah, the dress run is going very well.

Strictly Come Dancing live tour kicks off tonight in Birmingham, but one dancer will be needing some wardrobe assistance after tearing her outfit just before the upcoming performance.

The female stars of Strictly Come Dancing showed off their glam looks as they reunited for the show's live tour.

Strictly Come Dancing winners Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis were as happy as ever to be reunited as they practice ahead of the show's live tour.