Giovanni Pernice dumped Love Island beauty because he 'didn't want her to ruin his chances of winning Strictly'
ok.co.ukStrictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice reportedly ended his relationship with Love Island's Maura Higgins after a few weeks of dating, fearing it could jeopardise his chances of winning the popular dance competition.The 31-year-old pro dancer was paired with EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, 26, in the 2021 series of the BBC show, which they went onto win.
Giovanni and Maura, 30, were first linked back in June when they were seen together at a UEFA European Football Championship match.
However, Giovanni went onto end his romance with Maura - and reportedly did so to focus on his pursuit of the Glitterball Trophy.
A source told new! magazine back in 2021: "Giovanni is taking this really seriously. He's got a great relationship with Rose.They are doing incredibly well and getting so much love. "Nobody understands what Strictly is like it's such hard work.
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