STRICTLY Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has shared a sweet tribute to Rose Ayling-Ellis after she won an prestigious award.
EastEnders actress Rose, who together with Giovanni won last year's series of Strictly, scooped a gong at the Visionary Honours 2022.
The profoundly deaf star was awarded International Person Of The Year at the glitzy event, which was held in London. Sharing a picture of Rose with her award on Instagram, Giovanni wrote: "Proud of you @rose.a.e." Showing fans his feelings towards his friend, he also added a red heart emoji and a rose.
Rose has since replied to his sweet post, saying: "Thank you @giovannipernice and huge congratulations for your opening night last night." TRUE INSPIRATION Latin dance champ Giovanni's solo tour Giovanni Pernice: This Is Me opened in Coventry on the night Rose scooped her award.
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