Strictly star Giovanni Pernice's final words to Amanda Abbington before exit
BBC Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice's whispered words to Amanda Abbington on the dance floor have been revealed.
Giovanni and Amanda, who quit the BBC show on Monday night, were speculated to have clashed behind the scenes since last month. However, the pair were quick to silence the claims which Mr Selfridge star Amanda branded "bulls**t" before adding they were "b****cks" before withdrawing from the competition.
A clip from one their final routines before Amanda left the show has now resurfaced. In it, Giovanni is heard saying "beautiful" to Amanda as they danced the Foxtrot to the famous Fleetwood Mac song Everywhere. As the pair concluded their dance, Giovanni pretended to plant a kiss on Amanda following weeks of rumours of a rift between the pair.
Giovanni's words to Amanda have been revealed (Instagram/bbcstrictly)
The pair are said to have been at loggerheads (PA)Days before their dramatic exit was announced on Monday, Amanda was said to be feeling miserable and hit out at Giovanni's "aggressive training style and attitude". A source previously claimed to The Sun that his methods are often "incredibly brusque" and would upset his partners.
Amanda, 51, later failed to acknowledge Giovanni as she broke her silence following her decision to step back from the programme. In a statement shared on social media, she penned: "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. 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.
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"I want to thank the incredible Production team and everyone on Strictly who looked after me and who are so kind and caring. It's a wonderful bunch of people and I'll miss all of them. I'm so sad that I am unable to go any further. Thank you to everyone who voted and who sent wonderful messages and inspiring support. You are all amazing. Truly. Thank you."
Fans have since expressed their disappointment following the news, with one writing: "That's so disappointing. I thought #AmandaAbbington was great and a brilliant dancer and her partnership with @pernicegiovann1 was lovely. Gutted for them. I wish her luck and good health #ItTakesTwo #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing." A second shared their sadness, stating: "So sad to hear this! I loved her zest and detail for dance!"
"She was our winner, whatever the outcome! I hope she knows how much joy she brought during her short time on Strictly! Wish her all that she needs at this time! x" While another voiced her sympathy, saying: "So feel for Amanda. People on here have said vile abusive things about her. I can't imagine how upsetting it must be for her."
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