Giovanni Pernice announces career change with fellow Strictly star

Giovanni Pernice has announced a UK tour with Anton du Beke in 2025

Giovanni Pernice is set to dazzle audiences with a hotly-anticipated 2025 tour, teaming up again with the legendary dancer Anton du Beke. It follows whispers hinted at Pernice's potential move away from the UK following his stint on Italy's Ballando con le Stelle.

The pair are planning to outshine their previous tour in 2024 with fresh, electrifying routines in "Together Again," launching on June 12 at Swindon's Wyvern Theatre before wowing fans across 35 dates, with the grand finale on July 30 at Southend's Cliffs Pavilion.

This thrilling reveal comes in the wake of Giovanni being scrutinised by the BBC over his behaviour towards Amanda Abbington during their partnership in the 2023 edition of Strictly Come Dancing. Although the most serious claims of physical aggression were dismissed, some complaints lodged by Abbington were acknowledged.

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Addressing the investigation's findings, Giovanni expressed relief: "Today I'm happy because at the beginning there were very very serious allegations thrown out at me but as of today, none of the serious allegations have been upheld."

Amanda responded to the outcome, stating: "Today's apology from the BBC is a vindication of my complaint."

Despite recent difficulties, Pernice's professional path remains steadfast, with long-time comrade and Strictly panellist Du Beke publicly sharing his enthusiasm for their forthcoming collaborative endeavour.

Despite facing recent hurdles, Giovanni Pernice's career is on the upswing as he joins the cast of Italy's Ballando con le Stelle, making a much-anticipated return to his home country's TV screens.

Yet, this new venture hasn't slowed down his commitments in the UK. Anton Du Beke, who has previously worked with Pernice on travel shows and tours outside of Strictly, has shown support for his ex-colleague's comeback.

Anton shared with The Sun: "I'd like to see him back of course," referring to the recent issues as "unfortunate" but highlighting that most contestants have had positive experiences.

Giovanni's excitement for his future endeavours is palpable. He recently took to Instagram to share news about his tour, enthusiastically posting, "We are back! " and affectionately calling Du Beke his "best friend".

This display of friendship and professional tenacity points to a promising horizon for the pair.