Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoys mini Strictly reunion after Giovanni Pernice's surprise exit

Giovanni Pernice was reportedly telling his friends how "he wants to quit" Strictly Come Dancing after his early departure from the series alongside presenter Richie Anderson. The dancer was said to be "embarrassed" to be second out of the competition, according to the Sun, after winning the series with Rose Ayling-Ellis last year. But hitting back at the reports, Giovanni, 32, set the record straight as he shared on his Instagram Stories: "Lol," with three laughing face emojis.

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans are all saying the same thing about Hamza as the contestants get set to face the judges in week 4. Hamza Yassin was given arguably the hardest of dances in week three - the Rhumba - but he has managed to battle his way into week four of the BBC competition. The wildlife specialist has been labelled as the "world's sweetest man" following his appearance on Strictly's It Takes Two earlier this week.

Strictly Come Dancing has seen its fair share of new and fledgling romances – thanks, in part, to the so-called Strictly curse.From Seann Walsh’s snog with Katya Jones while both partners were still in relationships to rumours of romance between Giovanni Pernice and Rose Ayling-Ellis after she split from her boyfriend, there’s very little the curse hasn’t touched.But some happy couples have even been lucky enough to welcome babies together after dancing with their partners on the BBC show.READ MORE: Strictly Matt Goss' life - saving fan's life, Hollywood sibling and 20k flight for dogFrom Stacey Dooley to Rachel Riley, we take a look at the Strictly curse babies so far…Countdown star Rachel Riley shares two children with her former dance partner Pasha Kovalev – a two year old daughter Maven, and one-year-old Noa.Sharing the happy news of her son’s arrival on social media, Rachel wrote: “We have some news…! Introducing Pasha's newest dance partner - baby Noa was finally born, 15 days after her due date, late on Friday night to the sound of fireworks!“She's totally adorable and her big sister Maven has already tried welcoming her to the world by offering Oatly and pickles, we think that’s a good sign."Rachel explained that they welcomed Noa after she suffered a miscarriage, labelling him a “rainbow baby” as she thanked her home birth midwife for helping during the delivery.Since then, Rachel has even introduced her daughter Maven to her Countdown pals.But she insists she doesn’t want her babies referred to as a “curse”, as it’s “not right”.If you have been affected by this story, advice and support can be found at Sands (stillbirth and neonatal death charity).

Giovanni Pernice has responded to claims he's thinking of quitting Strictly Come Dancing after he made an early exit from the competition last weekend. The Italian dancer and his celebrity partner Richie Anderson found themselves in a shock bottom two during Sunday's results show.

BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has denied claims he is set to quit the show, saying he plans to remain on the show "for many more years" The reigning champion, 32, was said to be feeling "embarrassed" about being booted off second following last year's win, and felt "wasted" on the show when he suffered his earliest exit in eight years.Reports since suggested Giovanni, a fan favourite, had threatened to walk away from the series for good.READ MORE: Craig Charles' biggest scandals – drugs binge, Corrie suspension and co-star feudGiovanni's rep has since released a statement insisting the dancer hopes for "many more years on the show".A source told The Mirror: "This is the show which made Gio's dreams come true. "Gio loves Strictly and looks forward to many more years on the show dancing and entertaining."Giovanni has also taken to social media to insist he "isn't going anywhere." It follows reports from The Sun that the star has "felt wasted" so far this series.

The One Show host Alex Jones raised laughs with an unexpected jibe at co-presenter Ronan Keating as they chatted to singer Fleur East about landing in the dreaded dance-off on Strictly Come Dancing. Last weekend Manchester's Hits Radio presenter Fleur was in the bottom two with her professional dance partner Vito Coppola.

The One Show's Ronan Keating has been left red-faced after his co-star Alex Jones exposed him on air. The presenting pair chatted to Strictly Come Dancing 2022 star Fleur East about her time on the BBC show.

Shirley Ballas has responded to the massive amount of criticism she has received recently over her comments on Strictly Come Dancing.The head judge was slammed this week after she made comments about female celebrities – particularly Olympian Ellie Simmonds.Then during movie week, Shirley was berated online after saying she would’ve saved Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice over the couple that was ultimately saved, Fleur East and Vito Coppola. Some fans called for the Latin dance champ to be sacked, while others demanded an apology. Shirley, 62, has now responded to the criticism while talking to the panellists on Loose Women via video call on Wednesday 12 October.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have already said this weekend's show has been 'spoiled' as they discovered the song and dance choices for week four. Following Movie Week special last week, this Saturday will see the remaining 13 couples take to the ballroom with a brand new routine.

Strictly star Giovanni Pernice, 32, was eliminated from the show last weekend after his Movie Week routine with Richie Anderson, in which the pair dressed up as a meerkat and a warthog, failed to impress. However, Giovanni, who won the Glitterball Trophy with Rose back in 2021, has described teaching her as the most "therapeutic" experience he's had.Rose, who became the first deaf contestant ever to participate in Strictly, clinched victory after working closely with her Sicilian dance partner.However, Giovanni hinted that it meant more to him than the public might have imagined."Music and painting during my downtime is therapeutic to me," Rose told her 543,000 followers, before inviting the public to join in and reveal their own hobbies.Giovanni responded to her Instagram Poll question by saying: "Teaching Rose."A stunned Rose blushingly replied: "Aww @giovannipernice.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas struggled to hold back the tears as she addressed the "sexism" backlash against her. Shirley appeared on Loose Women on Wednesday (October 12) to speak out about the hate she has received from trolls online and stressed her position as a judge on the hit BBC dance competition.Taking the opportunity to explain why it was she picked Richie Anderson and not Fleur East in the dance off on Sunday she admitted she had based her decision solely on "his footwork," adding "I love Fleur, she had this beautiful frame, and it was soft and it was elegant but in the end I went with the footwork."READ MORE: Gemma Atkinson in wardrobe malfunction as she spills out of towel with Strictly fiancéThe star was left visibly emotional while discussing the impact the hurtful messages she has been bombarded with since have had on her as she admitted: "I don't have a mean bone in my body."She said: "It's a beautiful show, it's there to entertain, I'm there to do a job.

Giovanni Pernice was told he "looks lost" without his previous Strictly Come Dancing partner Rose Ayling-Ellis, after he shared a snap with a heartfelt message on Instagram. The professional dancer became the latest contestant to be booted off the BBC show alongside radio presenter Richie Anderson.The pair failed to impress the judges and viewers when they landed in the bottom two facing Fleur East and Vito Coppola in the dreaded dance-off.READ MORE: Anton du Beke to replace Bruno Tonioli on Strictly tour after becoming permanent judge But after the dancer took to his Instagram looking dapper while sharing the quote "the greatest thing you'll ever learn it just to love and be loved in return," fans took the opportunity to mention Giovanni's abrupt exit.One social media user commented: "Giovanni you looked lost on Strictly it’s not the same since you and Rose danced.

FLEUR East is trying to mask her disappointment and frustration about negative feedback from the Strictly judges with fake smiles, a body language expert has claimed. The X Factor star and radio presenter was an early favourite to make the final but found herself in the bottom two on Sunday.

Rose Ayling-Ellis took to Instagram on Tuesday to reveal unknown details about herself to her followers, including the fact that "music and painting during my downtime is therapeutic to me".MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis enjoys mini Strictly reunion after Giovanni Pernice's surprise exitWanting to engage with her fans, the former Strictly Come Dancing winner asked them tto reveal their favourite downtime activity, and her former Strictly co-star, Giovanni Pernice, sweetly revealed his.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis stuns in bikini during Maldives holiday"Teaching Rose," he confessed, to which a delighted Rose quickly replied: "Aww @giovaniipernice. Learning a new dance and getting it right was the best feeling ever."MORE: Giovanni Pernice's touching tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly revealedREAD: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice addresses fallout rumours with dance partner Richie AndersonThe couple were partnered together during last year's series and went on to win the competition.

Strictly Come Dancing recruit Hamza Yassin spoken out about his time on the BBC One dance competition, admitting he was convinced he would leave the show on Sunday night.During Monday’s instalment of Strictly: It Takes Two, the Countryfile star and his dance partner Jowita Przystal shared their feelings on how they felt their performance went during Movie Week.On Saturday night, the dancing duo performed an impressive Rhumba to the Jurassic Park theme tune, however their routine failed to wow the judges as they found themselves at the bottom end of the leader board.READ MORE: Anton du Beke to replace Bruno Tonioli on Strictly tour after becoming permanent judgeAs they caught up with the former X Factor star on the purple couch, Rylan asked if he had prepared a “farewell speech” ahead of the results show.It was fair to say viewers were left speechless by the results on Sunday night as hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced Fleur East and Richie Anderson would be performing in the dreaded dance-off.And no one was more surprised than the beloved wildlife guru, who admitted on the show that he was sure he would be leaving the show after three weeks of bliss.The TV host asked: “Was there a moment on that results show where you thought, ‘I’m going to go home’?”To which Hamza confessed: “Yes definitely. As everyone else gets called and they’re safe and they’re safe, and it was me and Richie.“I leaned over to Jowita and I was like, ‘Thank you for everything’.

Strictly Come Dancing fans have become worried that professional dancer Giovanni Pernice may quit the show following an "awkward" interview. The professional dancer, 32, and his celebrity partner TV and radio personality Richie Anderson, 34, were voted off the dance competition in the Sunday night results show.

Giovanni Pernice refused to share a secret chat with Shirley Ballas from his final Strictly Come Dancing routine of the 2022. Giovanni, who was partnered with Richie Anderson on the BBC One dance contest, was grilled by Rylan on Monday's episode of spin-off show It Takes Two.

Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas has hit out at the "vile trolling" she has received recently.The head judge, 62, took to Instagram on Tuesday to reveal she had won two gongs recently, one at the Legends Of Industry Awards 2022 and another at the Ballroom Dancers' Federation. Posting a snap with her Special Award from the BDF, Shirley penned: "This certainly made a difficult week more beautiful. Second industry award this week.

Shirley Ballas has been blasted by fans - who claimed the Strictly Come Dancing judge is "sexist".The dance veteran has been accused of preferring male celebrity dancers to women on the hit BBC One show.Fans took to Twitter and slammed the head judge after Sunday night's show during which Shirley, 62, was accused of backing a male contestant over a female.Singer Fleur East, 34, and pro partner Vito Coppola, 30, survived the dance off, but Shirley said she would have booted them out in favour of Radio 2’s Richie Anderson, 34, who performed a Samba dressed as a meerkat alongside Giovanni Pernice.Viewers raged on social media, accusing the head judge of bias, and called for her to be axed from the programme.Shirley has since taken to Instagram and shared a cryptic message following the backlash.Taking to her stories, the quote read: "Some people aren't loyal to you, they are loyal to their need of you. Once their need changes, so does their loyalty."Her message comes after Strictly viewers took to Twitter and called for Shirley to be axed following some of her feedback about some of the celebrities taking part in the show.Social media user, Lizzie Man fumed: "Shirley Ballas should be removed from the panel, she’s setting a bad example, she cannot celebrate the young, female celebrities.