‘Finally’ Giovanni Pernice teases ‘date’ with Strictly star in long-awaited update to fans

Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice, 31, has revealed some exciting news that his 798,000 Instagram followers have been waiting for. The dancer, who won the coveted Glitterball trophy last year with Rose Ayling-Ellis, 27, began his Instagram Story post by cheekily introducing his Strictly co-star, who he explained was his “date for the day”.

Giovanni appeared to be in a dance studio before he turned to his colleague and flirtatiously said: “Hi baby.”

It wasn’t long before Giovanni’s companion was unveiled to be none other than Strictly judge Anton Du Beke, 55, who joined in on the mischievous exchange by replying: “Hey baby!”

“It’s my date for the day,” the Italian dancer teased.

Anton chuckled before asking: “How you doing kid?”

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Meanwhile, Giovanni recently spoke out on his instant “connection” with EastEnders actress Rose.

Rose became the first deaf contestant to win Strictly alongside Giovanni in 2021.

The duo beat off competition from John Whaite and Johannes Radebe in the grand finale to lift the trophy.

In an interview with The Sun, Giovanni revealed that his and Rose’s win wasn’t just about their impressive dance routines, but was also due to the close bond they had developed as a couple.