BURNING UP
Strictly Come Dancing’s Giovanni Pernice gets new partner to replace Rose Ayling-Ellis as tour ends
STRICTLY Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has a new partner after spending the last two months on the road with Rose Ayling-Ellis.
Now the Strictly arena tour has come to an end, Giovanni has thrown himself into rehearsals for Burn The Floor with Lauren Oakley.
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Dancer Lauren shared a video on Instagram of the duo performing a steamy routine in the studio as they count down to showtime.
After a number of near misses, Giovanni eventually claimed the Glitterball in December with EastEnders actress Rose.
The deaf star was a fan favourite from the off and wowed audiences week in week out with her flawless routines.
She paid tribute to her Italian dance partner on Valentine's Day.
Writing on Instagram, she said: "Six months ago, I didn't have a clue what I signed up for and to be honest I was terrified. Now, I know for sure that it was the best decision I have ever made, what a crazy ride and life changing experience it has been.
"@giovannipernice , I am so grateful that you were part of my strictly journey. Thank you for telling my story and showing everyone who I am. Our friendship is so special and lasting for sure."
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Turning her attention to fans, she continued: "Thank you to everyone who supported us, it has blown me away, you are the reason we got this far and made such an impact not just from dancing. Without you all, it would not have been possible.
"Now I am home, in my safe space with some calmness after the whirlwind that was strictly. I feel myself heading off to new adventures and I can't wait to see what happen next. But I will never forget everything that strictly has given me. Thank you, thank you, thank you."
Giovanni congratulated her and called her a superstar, which prompted fans to give him plaudits too.
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