Giovanni Pernice has seen his tour plans dealt a huge blow, as the star has been forced off Strictly.
It was confirmed yesterday (Monday, October 24) that Gio’s celeb partner, Amanda Abbington, has quit the show.
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Amanda Abbington quits Strictly
Amanda was forced off Strictly over the weekend due to a medical issue. However, yesterday, it was announced that she had pulled out of the show for good.
The BBC announced Amanda’s departure with a statement on It Takes Two last night.
“Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly Come Dancing and has decided to withdraw from the competition,” it read.
“The show wishes her all the best for the future.”
Fans were disappointed by the news. “Gutted that Amanda (& Gio) won’t be coming back to Strictly. What a shame,” one viewer tweeted.
“Absolutely gutted, she was amazing & I really wished she’d stayed on,” another said. “Huge shame Amanda has been forced to pull out of series, she did some lovely performances,” a third wrote.
Giovanni Pernice dealt tour blow after Strictly exit
Now, Giovanni has been dealt another blow following his exit from Strictly.
Giovanni, 33, is set to embark on a nationwide tour with his show – Let Me Entertain You – next year. However, it has now been announced that one of his tour dates won’t be taking place anymore.
Gio was meant to be performing at St David’s Hall in Cardiff on March 24, 2024. However, the venue will now be shut on that date due to construction work.
“St David’s Hall will be closed until the new year to undertake additional checks on the Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) panels in the building,” a statement on the venue’s website said.
A number of other shows set to take place at the venue have been cancelled too.
Giovanni Pernice issues statement after Strictly exit
Following the news that Giovanni wouldn’t be continuing to dance with Amanda in this year’s competition, the Italian dancer has issued a statement.
Gio uploaded a snap of himself and Amanda to his Instagram for his one million followers to see.
“Amanda…I am so sad we can’t continue but I am proud of what we achieved and I am sending you so much love,” he captioned the post.
“Gutted to be losing you, Gio. Was looking forward to having you back for Halloween! Sending love! X,” one fan of the BBC show commented.
“I’m devastated that Amanda has pulled out of Strictly. Gio and Amanda were my winners! Get well, love, and prayers whizzing your way, Amanda,” another said.
“I’m so sorry that you can’t continue. This can’t have been an easy decision, health and wellbeing has to come first. Thank you for four beautiful, memorable dances. You will be missed,” a third wrote.
Strictly continues on Saturday, October 28 at 6.40pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
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