As the Strictly Come Dancing final edges closer, one professional dancer is returning to the semi-final. Giovanni Pernice, who was partnered with TV presenter Richie Anderson, was voted out of the show in just the second week - despite his show winning partnership in 2021 with with Rose Ayling-Ellis.
However, since being eliminated, Giovanni has continued to appear on Strictly in the group dances - and will be dancing with a new partner for the semi-final. Sharing the news on Instagram, Giovanni said he will be stepping out with fellow professional Katya Jones.
Giovanni reposted a video of the two in rehearsals with the caption: "Guess who's dancing together again this weekend?". Katya lasted longer in the competition than Giovanni, with her and former Arsenal defender Tony Adams even tipped to win at one point before he withdrew due to injury after landing in the bottom two.
