Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Strictly's Giovanni Pernice after split

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis has separated from her partner of seven years, Sam Arnold. Having competed on the 2013 series with partner James Jordan, Vanessa says she understands how the environment tests relationships. Remarking that the curse has "a kind of grim, rather sinister inevitability about it", she said: "Picture the scene: One ­minute you’re lying in bed next to your boring old partner in your winceyette pyjamas, the next you’re spray-tanned, sprinkled with sequins and pressing against a gorgeous professional dancer with the body of an athlete.

IT seems the much-feared Strictly curse has struck again. The BBC show’s 2021 champion Rose Ayling-Ellis and her boyfriend of seven years, Sam Arnold, went their separate ways recently. Apparently, time spent apart while Rose, 27, was away on the Strictly tour in April took its toll on the relationship.

Strictly Come Dancing, went on to win a BAFTA for Must-See Moment after the two of them danced in silence on the show, in a bid to raise awareness for the deaf and hard of hearing community.

Strictly Come Dancing.The broadcaster, 60, appeared on the BBC One series in 2013.In a recent column for The Sun, Vanessa discussed last year's winner Rose Ayling-Ellis splitting from her boyfriend Samuel Arnold.READ MORE: Strictly Come Dancing star ‘not surprised’ Rose Ayling-Ellis ‘fell victim to curse’The EastEnders actress called time on her seven-year long relationship earlier this month.Speculating that the Strictly curse was responsible, Vanessa recalled her own "eye opening experience" with the phenomenon after falling "deeply in love" with James.She said: "When I took part in Strictly, I didn't think the curse applied to me. "I was 51, had been with my partner Ben Ofoedu for about seven years and was amply satisfied at home."I didn't think my professional dance partner would fancy me — or that I could possibly fancy them but for about three or four days, I was deeply in love with James."I thought, 'I love you more than anyone I’ve ever met.'"Vanessa later confirmed that while she was "absolutely bedazzled" with James, she quickly realised their relationship should remain professional.Sharing her opinion that the Strictly curse has a "grim, rather sinister inevitability", the This Morning contributor added: "It's not that you fall in love with your partner on Strictly, or that you don't love your own partner at home.

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.

SINCE landing a career-making role in Corrie fifteen years ago, Michelle Keegan has become one of the best-loved actresses in Britain and has a clutch of awards to prove it. But despite starring in prime-time dramas such as Our Girl and Brassic, the bashful star still hasn’t adjusted to becoming a household name. She said: “Even now, 15 years on, you never get used to being famous.

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 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 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.

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.

Love Island star Tasha Ghouri has made windswept look glamourous in her latest set of Instagram snaps. The 24-year-old took to the social media platform with a string of images seemingly taken by her smitten man Andrew Le Page.

Giovanni Pernice has left some of his fans in tears as he shared an important message with them. The dancer is currently busy preparing for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing which returns to screens next Saturday (September 17).

Rose Ayling-Ellis has expressed her delight following her Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice's latest achievement.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis looks 'besotted' in new photos as Giovanni Pernice prepares for StrictlyTaking to Instagram on Tuesday, the professional dancer - who turned 32 earlier this week - revealed he is now officially learning how to do British Sign Language (BSL).WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis pens heartwarming message to Giovanni Pernice"Today I'm learning a new routine, can you guess what it is?" he told his fans, adding: "I'm learning some BSL. A journey I started last year after being partnered with Rose, who is now a close friend.

Strictly Come Dancing winner, 27, reportedly split from her long-term boyfriend, Sam Arnold, amid claims they'd "grown apart".In view of her 542,000 followers, the former EastEnders actress shared a brief clip of herself with her new bouquet.Rose wrote: "Treating myself to wild flowers".The star shared a clip of herself carrying the flowers while using a daisy filter.Although Rose is yet to comment, reports published in The Sun suggest that the EastEnders actress has called it quits.A source claiming to be close to the star has been quoted as saying: "Rose and Sam's relationship is definitely over."It's very amicable and they'll remain close friends, but unfortunately there is no future for them romantically," they told the publication.It comes after it was reported the couple has "grown apart" amid" fears of the Strictly curse".A source has claimed that the couple have "grown individually".They said: "Rose and Sam drifted apart, especially after she became so busy with work projects and was in-demand with new work opportunities.“They still have a lot of love and respect for each other, but they’re also still young and working out their lives," they told The Sun.The source went on to claim that Rose took a solo trip to Barcelona to "gather her thoughts", adding that she and Sam have both "grown as people" since they first got together.They went on to say that the star is "taking any opportunity she can" to help her career following her Strictly win.Express.co.uk contacted representatives of Rose Ayling-Ellis for comment.However, last year, when the pair celebrated their sixth anniversary, they seemed more in love than ever."I still find you the most funniest, beautiful and super cool girlfriend I ever asked for," Sam

his Instagram today, September 5. This comes as rumours his 2021 winning partner Rose has fell victim to the Strictly 'curse'. The EastEnders star has reportedly split from her boyfriend Samuel, whom she had been with for seven years.

Arlene Phillips has revealed her young granddaughter was hospitalised last week as she told fans “my world was turned upside down.” The former Strictly Come Dancing judge, 79, shared a sweet photo of Emme Bow, one, on her Instagram on Monday explaining that the toddler was rushed to hospital by her mother Alana, Arlene's eldest daughter, after “rapidly losing weight”. She went on to the say that Alana has “no idea” why she was losing weight.READ MORE: Strictly's Giovanni Pernice hints at leaving dancer role as he opens up on BBC futureArlene wrote: "My world was turned upside down this week when my beautiful granddaughter #emmebow was rushed into hospital and my daughter @alanastewartmama had no idea why she was rapidly loosing weight and like a little rag doll.”But despite the initial mystery, doctors were able to diagnose the tot with a virus."Fortunately the hospital identified what was wrong which was the result of a virus and now she’s home and really on the mend which has lifted my spirits enormously and I’m totally ready to get into my rehearsals on @houseofflamenka full of smiles."Alana, who is also mum to Lila Primrose, three, is the oldest of Arlene's two daughters and is from her marriage to Danny Noble.Arlene married when she was 18, and he was 27.

Strictly Come Dancing professionals have been spotted behind the scenes as rehearsals kick off for another year of the BBC show.Nadiya Bychkova, Nikita Kuzmin, Nancy Xu and Gorka Marquez have been captured in new photographs which show them getting in the boogieing mood once more.In the exclusive pictures obtained by OK! Magazine, the four pros are rocking out in a renovated warehouse featuring rustic wooden floorboards, huge windows and exposed ceiling framework.READ MORE:Giovanni Pernice's love life - Pussycat Doll heartache, curse and Jess Wright rowGiving a hint at what could be to come, Nancy was rocking a strapless blue dress complete with a huge frilled skirt and rainbow suede boots that stretched up to her mid-thigh.The pink chunky heels didn’t stop her from striking a cheeky pose with one foot off the floor as she grinned for the camera with her brunette locks flowing in gentle waves down her back.Nadiya, meanwhile, opted for a hot pink dress in a similar style, featuring a puffball skirt and strappy magenta heels to finish off her ensemble, with her cropped blonde hair framing her face.Nikita could be seen in a pair of tight black jeans and a red silk shirt as he writhed, jazz-style, for the photoshoot, while Gorka went for a simple open brown shirt and beige slacks, matching his co-star with a pair of olive Converse shoes.The quartet revealed a few backstage secrets about the upcoming series to OK! Magazine, with Gorka confessing that the professionals “don’t get a day off”.He explained to the publication: “Sunday is our resting day but then we have to choreograph and plan next week’s numbers.