BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice pictured in kiss and declares 'love' amid Amanda Abbington feud

Giovanni Pernice has cosied up to a mystery woman in a promotion for his fragrance Vita - amid rumours he could QUIT BBC Strictly Come Dancing. The Italian hunk has cosied up to a mystery woman and dark-haired beauty on Instagram as he promotes the perfume.

"I love the longer days and vitality of springtime! And what better time to try my unisex fragrance VITA! If you head to gpvita.com you can save 15% in our Spring Sale which is now on. Giovanni," he said. It comes after claims made by former partner Amanda Abbington.

Giovanni was reported to have left BBC Sherlock star Amanda with PTSD following their partnership on the programme last year. In 2025, Pernice will take to the stage to perform his solo tour titled Giovanni: The Last Dance.

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It has sparked speculation he could be hanging up his dancing shoes for good. A source spoke out about the concerns, telling the Mirror: "It is no secret that the last few months have been difficult for Giovanni. The name of his 2025 show will certainly get the rumour mill spinning."

One Twitter/X user urged: "We don't want to see him leave the strictly because of amanda." And a second added: "Looks like Giovanni's dance moves might have stepped on a few toes! Who knew the cha-cha could cause such drama?" (sic)

The BBC has remained unwavering with its response to the row. After reported "crisis talks" following Amanda being joined in her complaints by the likes of Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore, the Beeb decided to stand by the star, who also has a travel show with judge Anton du Beke.

The BBC said: "The professional dancers for 2024 will be announced in due course." Giovanni was partnered with Amanda in 2023, and won the show back in 2021, alongside Rose Ayling Ellis.