Strictly fans furious as Amanda Abbington’s shock exit ‘robs them’ of huge moment with Giovanni Pernice

STRICTLY Come Dancing fans were buzzing with excitement as the annual Halloween episode approached, but there's a cloud of disappointment hanging over them this year.

The shock exit of actress Amanda Abbington, 49, has left fans feeling robbed of a much-anticipated moment with Giovanni Pernice, 33.

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Known for his spellbinding Halloween performances, Giovanni's absence from this year's episode has left fans yearning for the spine-tingling routines that have earned him a top spot on the leaderboard year after year.

Giovanni has consistently enchanted the Strictly audience with his sensational Halloween-themed performances.

After hearing the news, one fan took to X, formerly known as Twitter to write: "Before Giovanni gets to do his always amazing Halloween dance for the 2nd year in a row? Will be gutted if it's true".

Another fan added: "They should let him do a solo".

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A third fan said: "Pro: three couple final (one would assume). Con: another Halloween without Giovanni."

Fans have been left shocked after it was revealed the star had quit Strictly for good.

Amanda told her Instagram followers: "It is with deepest regret that I had to leave Strictly.

"I did not come to this decision easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue.

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"It was an absolute joy working with my fellow contestants, they are a beautiful, hardworking and talented group of people who I love and who I will miss seeing every Friday and Saturday and competing alongside."

Addressing the issue, on the Strictly spin-off show, It Takes Two, host Fleur East, told viewers: "We’ve received the news that Amanda is not returning to Strictly."

Reading out the official statement, she said: "Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly and has decided to withdraw from the competition.

"The show wishes her all the best for the future."

A short clip was then played of Amanda's best bits, as Fleur added: "Amanda, we are sending you all of our love."

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