Strictly Come Dancing’s John Whaite forced to pull out of tour after being left bedbound with coronavirus

I’M A Celebrity’s Roman Kemp grew close to Love Island star Maura Higgins at the Brit awards afterparty. Roman — 29-year-old son of Spandau Ballet star Martin — met the Irish beauty, 32, at the ceremony and headed off to singer Tom Grennan’s after party together with Roman’s Capital FM Breakfast Show co-hosts Sonny Jay, 28, and Siân Welby, 35.

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Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Rose Ayling-Ellis, Tilly Ramsay, Sara Davies, Rhys Stephenson and Maisie Smith have been making the most of their downtime from the Strictly tour by enjoying a hot tub boat ride on the River Thames.The gang are wrapping up the last leg of shows at London’s O2 Arena with final performances today and tomorrow.Celebrating more than four weeks on the road, John shared clips of the group sailing along the Thames in sailor hats as they relaxed in the warm water.In view of his 310,000 followers, John panned the camera around the Strictly cast as they all sang along to tracks by Kelly Clarkson and Miley Cyrus.Each of them beamed at the camera and John and Rose blew kisses.In the background of one of the clips John joked that the boat was so hot they “should have brought a couple of steaks”.Tilly also shared some footage of the Strictly stars singing along to Fight For This Love by Cheryl.John was in his element and danced along to the track as Tilly captioned the clip: “John living his best life.”It comes after John almost had to pull out of the tour after a Covid scare.He tested positive on a lateral flow test last weekend and had to miss two performaces at Glasgow's OVO Hydro Arena.Thankfully, a PCR test came back negative and he was able to get back on the stage with partner, Johannes Radebe.Sharing the good news on Instagram, John wrote: "PCR came back negative so I'll be back on stage in Glasgow tonight."John and Johannes ended their Strictly Come Dancing journey in second place, losing out to Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice.Rose and Giovanni have marked a huge milestone this week following a win at the Broadcast Awards.They won the Timeline Moment of the Year for their incredible

Strictly Come Dancing partner, Johannes Radebe, were expecting to receive abuse when they took part in the BBC dance show as the first all-male couple.Speaking recently on That Gaby Roslin Podcast, John said: “I guess, we knew it was going to happen. We fully anticipated a bit of hate.“Johannes, being a black man as well, he anticipated a bit of racial hate, which he got.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice took to social media to mark a special achievement as they wrap up the last few days of the Strictly tour. The dancing duo picked up the Timeline Moment of the Year gong at Thursday night's Broadcast Awards, in honour of their stunning performance to Clean Bandit and Zara Larsson's single To Symphony on Strictly's latest series.The nationwide Strictly tour meant that neither Rose or Giovanni could attend the event, but both took to Instagram on Friday to react, reports the Express.In view of his 799,000 followers, the pro dancer Giovanni wrote: "Another incredible achievement for us @rose.a.e and our amazing @bbcstrictly family!!"We love you."Meanwhile, Rose expressed her gratitude on her Instagram Story."Thank you!!!" she penned."This is so exciting."The former EastEnders actress took home the Glitterball Trophy back in December after beating Bake Off star John Whaite in December's exciting final.And by January 20, Giovanni and Rose were reunited when the Strictly tour commenced with its first set of shows at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham.At the time, the pair were snapped enjoying each other's company as they made their way out of the venue together.Giovanni kept his hand over Rose's shoulder while conversing with onlookers before exiting the building, while the TV star seemed in good spirits with a beaming smile on her face.Given their sizzling chemistry on Strictly, many fans assumed that the dancing duo were romantically involved with one another.But Rose is very much still in a relationship with her longtime boyfriend, Samuel Arnold, who she has been with for seven years.

Strictly's latest series.Though the pair were not in attendance, seeing as they're still on the nationwide Strictly Come Dancing tour, they've since reacted to their prize in separate Instagram posts.In view of his 799,000 followers, the ballroom dancer wrote: "Another incredible achievement for us @rose.a.e and our amazing @bbcstrictly family!! "We love you."Meanwhile, Rose expressed her gratitude on her Instagram Story. A post shared by (@giovannipernice)"Thank you!!!" she penned. "This is so exciting."The former EastEnders actress took home the Glitterball Trophy back in December after beating Bake Off star John Whaite in December's exciting final.And by January 20, Giovanni and Rose were reunited when the Strictly Come Dancing tour commenced with its first set of shows at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham. At the time, the pair were snapped enjoying each other's company as they made their way out of the venue together.Giovanni kept his hand over Rose's shoulder while conversing with onlookers before exiting the building while the TV star seemed in good spirits with a beaming smile on her face.Given their sizzling chemistry on Strictly, many fans assumed that the dancing duo was romantically involved with one another. But Rose is very much still in a relationship with her longtime boyfriend, Samuel Arnold, who she has been with for seven years.Since his split from Love Island star Maura Higgins in October, Giovanni is said to have remained single. However, earlier this week, he was alleged to have shared a kiss with TV actress Emily Atack following a night out at a Brit Awards afterparty in London. Sources told The Sun: "Giovanni and Emily were snogging the faces off each other."Their hands were everywhere, and they

Strictly Come Dancing pro was caught kissing the blonde beauty at a BRIT Awards afterparty on Tuesday.Though there have been no photos of the alleged incident, onlookers claimed the two openly embraced each other before locking lips.To their fans, Giovanni and Emily have been nothing more than close pals, who were famously snapped sharing a taxi together back in November 2017 as they exited Soho House in London.Speaking of the pair's closeness at the afterparty earlier this week, an eyewitness told the The Sun: "Giovanni and Emily were snogging the faces off each other."Their hands were everywhere, and they were absolutely loving it."Express.co.uk has contacted Giovanni for comment on the allegations.Taking to his Instagram in what appeared to be an attempt to dispel the rumour, the Italian-born dancer posted a cryptic message which seemed to apply there was no truth to claims of a romance between him and Emily.On Thursday, Giovanni took to his Instagram Story and posted a Memoji of himself crying with laughter.The caption included lyrics to ABBA's smash hit single Mamma Mia, Here I Go Again, which was heard playing in the background.Underneath the text, the 31-year-old included the words: "That is all".Giovanni has yet to address the claims officially.In October 2021, the Open Latin Dance Champion called it quits with Love Island star Maura Higgins after four months of dating.It was said that the relationship fell apart as Giovanni became fixated on winning the latest series of Strictly with his dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis.The pair took home the Glitterball trophy after beating Bake Off star John Whaite and his dance partner Johaness Radebe in the final.Giovanni addressed his split from the reality star in a

Giovanni Pernice has addressed reports he enjoyed a snog with Emily Atack at this week's Brit Awards. The Strictly Come Dancing champion, 31, was rumoured to have kissed actress Emily, 32, at a Brits afterparty on Tuesday night. However, the star appeared to downplay the rumours on his Instagram Story – with a little help from ABBA.

STRICTLY Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has broken his silence after snogging Emily Atack at the Brits - with a song. The hunky 31-year-old couldn’t resist poking fun at his latest romantic situation, as he shared the Abba classic Mamma Mia, with the lyrics: "Mamma Mia here I go again.

Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has brushed off his alleged kiss with comedian Emily Atack after pictures resurfaced of the pair.Onlookers declared that the 31-year-old professional dancer was caught in an embrace with the actress at the BRIT Awards afterparty. Since the rumours about the Glitterball winner emerged, pictures of the pair enjoying a night out from five years ago have also been released.The pictures were snapped in November 2017 and show the pair sharing a taxi together as they left Soho House in London after a night out on the town.A witness said: “Giovanni and Emily were snogging the faces off each other.

Emily Atack and Strictly Come Dancing’s Giovanni Pernice are rumoured to have become very cosy after the Brit Awards this week and were apparently seen snogging – could we have a blossoming celebrity romance on our hands?The Inbetweeners star 32, and the Italian hunk, 31, were reportedly ‘all over each other’ after the awards ceremony, and in front of his Strictly co-stars, too.It’s reported the Strictly dancer, who didn’t attend the awards himself, had travelled down to London especially to party with the blonde actress at The Box and was keen to woo her.In the newly-revealed snap obtained by the MailOnline, the two stars can be seen together in the smoking area of the star-studded bash. A partygoer told the outlet: ‘Giovanni set his sights on Emily from the get-go.

Giovanni Pernice has laughed off the rumours that he is romantically involved with The Inbetweeners actress Emily Atack.MORE: Who is Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice dating?Taking to his Instagram Stories on Thursday, the Strictly Come Dancing star reacted to the reports by sharing a tears of joy memoji of himself. He also included Abba's famous Mamma Mia song, which featured the words, "Here we go again".WATCH: Giovanni Pernice kisses Strictly partner Rose Ayling-EllisThe social media post comes two days after he was allegedly seen getting close with the British actress.

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a BRIT Awards afterparty. The BBC Strictly Come Dancing pro and former Inbetweeners actress grew close on the night.

EMILY Atack was forced to laugh off a troll's cruel comment who asked if she's 'put on weight'. The 32-year-old comic made a light-hearted joke after the nasty jibe.

Emily Atack and Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice reportedly snogged "the faces off each other" while at the BRIT Awards afterparty on Tuesday night.Emily, 32, and Giovanni, 31, were said to be very close after the awards ceremony which took place at the O2 Arena in London.According to the Mirror, professional dancer Giovanni travelled to London from Glasgow so he could party with the actress at The Box during the musical ceremony.The two TV stars could be seen together in the smoking area of the star-studded bash, in an image that has been obtained by the MailOnline.Emily was also seen leaving the BRIT Awards with Strictly's professional dancer Graziano Di Prima, 27 but is believed Giovanni wasn't in attendance at the ceremony itself.Seeing the pair together, an onlooker claimed to have told The Sun: "Gio and Emily were snogging the faces off each other. Their hands were everywhere and they were absolutely loving it."He had been following her around the club and joined her on Maya Jama’s private table.

STRICTLY champ Giovanni Pernice had a Brit of fun on a night out — by snogging actress Emily Atack. The pair kissed at a Brit Awards afterparty in the early hours of yesterday, where onlookers said they were “all over each other”. Italian dance pro Giovanni, 31, travelled from Glasgow to party at London nightclub The Box with Emily, 32, even though he did not go to the ceremony.

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice was reportedly trying to woo Emily Atack at The Brits on Tuesday night. Both of the stars were at the awards ceremony in London and it's reported that the dancing professional had his eyes on the comedian. A source said: "Giovanni set his sights on Emily from the get-go.

Rose Ayling-Ellis is continuing to win the hearts of the nation following her sensational win on Strictly Come Dancing in December.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis leaves Strictly cast member in tears over iconic Giovanni Pernice danceThe actress, who is currently on the live tour with Giovanni Pernice, is now teaming up with Comic Relief and TK Maxx to launch their incredible collection of T-shirts.WATCH: Strictly stars rally behind Rose Ayling-Ellis in heartwarming videoShowing her support, Rose rocked a lovely white tee which had the word, "Love," emblazoned across while slipping into another which features a tribute to Luke Christian, the founder of deaf Identity.MORE: Rose Ayling-Ellis makes honest remark about 'crazy' Strictly experienceREAD: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipSpeaking about the collaboration, the actress exclusively told HELLO!: "It's been all-go recently, being part of Strictly Come Dancing and now being on the tour but I'm so glad I managed to take part in this year's TK Maxx campaign for Comic Relief."The T-shirts this year are just incredible, and include designs by Luke Christian from Deaf Identity. I'm so proud to wear Luke's designs and thrilled that they feature as part of the Red Nose Day collection."The collection has been pulled together by a collective of 11 awesome artists for Red Nose Day 2022, which takes place on 18 March.

Giovanni Pernice desperately tried to woo Emily Atack during a raucous BRITs after party. The Italian hunk, 31, whose exes include Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts, 40, and Love Island's Maura Higgins, 31, was seen gently caressing the Inbetweeners star's face and holding her hand while trying to seduce her at London nightclub The Box. Emily, 32, was enjoying the attention, which happened in full view of Giovanni's Strictly co-stars, plus her pal Laura Whitmore, 36, at the music ceremony's most debauched bash.

The Strictly Come Dancing stars and their celebrity partners looked like they had quite the wild night on Tuesday. Currently on the Strictly tour, the group headed out to an arcade to play some nostalgic games including air hockey. Documenting the fun on her Instagram page, Amy Dowden shared a look inside their night out.The star shared a video of Rose Ayling-Ellis playing air hockey with pro Neil Jones, and Tilly Ramsay beamed as she won a unicorn.