Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an ‘incredible person’ after confirming their romance

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

As a seasoned observer and admirer of dance, I must say that the story of Giovanni and his dancing partners is truly captivating. Having followed his career for quite some time now, it seems that each partnership brings a new chapter to his life.


Giovanni Pernice, a previous participant on Strictly, has been praised by his latest dance partner for being both an exceptional instructor and remarkable individual. It’s been revealed that they have already met his family.

Bianca Guaccero, aged 43, and Giovanni, 34, who are co-hosting the Italian adaptation of Strictly (Ballando Con Le Stelle), have developed a strong bond outside their professional relationship as well.

A short while back, it was revealed that they were an item, and more recently, photographs shared on Angela’s social media account suggest that Bianca has already been introduced to Giovanni’s family – including his parents, sister, and charming nephew Piero – indicating a deepening relationship.

On Italian television, enamored Bianca remarked: “Giovanni has achieved an astonishing career in England and he’s not only a fantastic dancer but also a remarkable educator and exceptional individual.

Giovanni commented: “Bianca is incredibly gifted; she’s capable of achieving anything. As a stickler for perfection, we put in two, three, or even four hours of practice every day. I can be quite determined, and everything needs to be just right.

Holding a Ferrari, I find myself in a great position for our important work during Saturday nights when Dancing with the Stars airs.

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

There’s a lot of chatter suggesting that the BBC is eager to include an Italian dancer in their upcoming 20th anniversary edition of Strictly Come Dancing, scheduled for next month. This could potentially boost ratings significantly.

After leaving Strictly due to accusations of bullying from his previous dance partner, Amanda Abbington, Giovanni has been working hard to rebuild both his personal life and career. However, an investigation found him not guilty of ten out of the sixteen charges leveled against him.

After determining that the allegations of bullying and harassment were valid, BBC leaders issued an apology to Amanda. However, it appears that Giovanni’s career has not suffered any negative consequences, given that he and Bianca continue to be popular, often receiving votes as the top couple on the Italian adaptation of the show.

Over the past weekend, Giovanni extended an invitation to his mother Rosalba, father Piero, Angela along with her spouse, and Piero to join him at a live recording of the show. Following the event, they enjoyed a hearty traditional Roman Sunday meal together.

Afterward, Angela posted photos from their outing on social media. In some of them, she’s not grinning alongside Bianca and Rosalba at the dining table. However, in other images, Bianca is seen holding Piero, with Giovanni standing nearby, sporting a smile.

Additionally, you’ll find a heartwarming photo featuring Bianca and Giovanni. In the picture, Giovanni tenderly rests his hand on Bianca’s knee while they both stand near his proud parents, gazing at them with affection.

Apart from posting additional snippets of the pair’s interview on Italian television, Angela expressively noted: “She has my heart,” whereas a fan based in the United Kingdom commented affectionately: “Thank you for keeping us updated. We truly miss him in the UK.

It’s clear that there’s a strong connection between them, and during last weekend’s episode, Giovanni expressed affectionately: “Bianca is my top concern. From the very start, she has been my main focus. She remains my primary interest throughout this show and even after it ends.

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance
Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

Moved deeply by what he said, Bianca expressed: “It’s a novel experience for me to be someone’s top concern. Typically, I am the one providing care and support.

She went on to say: ‘It’s a wonderful sensation. At the age of forty-three, I’m experiencing it for the first time. Being with someone who takes pride in me and finds joy in my joy is completely novel to me. It’s something I haven’t felt before in my life.’

In an interview with Monica Setta for “Stories of Women at the Crossroads,” set to air on December 21st, Bianca assured her partner that she was prepared to move forward together.

“Dear Giovanni, I pledge to discard all my fears, uncertainties, and reservations. The meaningful present I’ve placed beneath the Christmas tree is a testament to trusting in our potential.

The pair have dived deep into their romance, already spending time with each other’s families and immersing in their different cultures across London and Italy.

In a different portion of the interview, Bianca expressed: ‘I carried a weighty burden in my heart, finding it challenging to embrace the idea of genuine love.’

In my encounter with Giovanni, I instantly felt a sense of belonging, as if I had known him for years. He graciously accompanied me through London, and afterward, I spent a precious day reconnecting with my cherished family. Eager to share my affection for my homeland and the people who matter most to me, I arranged an introduction for Giovanni to experience the warmth and beauty of the country that holds such a special place in my heart.

Over the past couple of weeks, Giovanni and Bianca have been deepening their relationship. She’s traveled to London to spend time with him, while he’s met her family in Bitonto, situated in Southern Italy.

This year’s dance competition is showering Giovanni and Bianca with praise for being the top dancing pair. Their boogie performance left Ballando con le Stelle viewers on their feet in admiration.

Although they demonstrated considerable skill, the pair ended up in fifth position during the competition on Saturday. Many of the judges acknowledge their talent, yet a few have expressed that they found them somewhat dull.

As a die-hard admirer of dance, technically speaking, that performance was impeccable, yet from my perspective, it fell flat. It was executed masterfully, but to me, it felt monotonous.

When I watch other acts, I often find myself questioning, “What’s in store for this evening?” Your performance doesn’t stir the same level of excitement in me as some of the others.

In a prior episode of the series, she remarked, “Each week feels like more of the same, yet it’s delightful – I wouldn’t ask for anything different from you.

Rossella Erra, who isn’t a judge but serves as the viewers’ representative, exclaimed, ‘He hails from England, and he’s hardly dull! It’s astonishing. If someone is flawless, we secretly wish they’d do less,’

Bianca admitted she was accepting a reality – regardless of our actions, it would remain unchanged – and felt sad about it.

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance
Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance
Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance
Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

Carolyn Smith, our lone professional dancer and choreographer on the panel, praised you by saying, “You truly excelled! The intricate dance routine you performed was exceptionally challenging, yet you executed it flawlessly, displaying a level of skill comparable to that of a seasoned professional pair.” The synchrony between your movements was impeccable.

‘That was the best boogie seen on Ballando con le Stelle ever’, said judge Ivan Zazzaroni.

During a chat with The Mail last month, Giovanni dodged answering whether romance was on the cards for the pair but did muse: ‘Well, she’s single’. 

Giovanni added: She’s 43. She’s got a child, she’s brilliant. She comes to rehearsals.

‘It’s definitely a place of happiness, I’m happy to be able to do what I love to do.’

When queried about whether they had ever shared a kiss during rehearsals, Giovanni responded candidly: ‘My focus is solely on Bianca.’

She’s terrific, she’s an exceptional dancer. We shattered the record for the highest score on the program! Over the past 19 years.

Instead of causing whisperings, their actions drew attention when they exchanged a kiss during the broadcast, sealing it with a passionate Rumba dance.

Viewers also remarked on the sexual chemistry between them.

According to a friend, the Sicilian celebrity, Giovanni, is focused on the future, takes delight in dancing with Bianca, and there’s a noticeable sparkle in his eyes, particularly when her name comes up.

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

‘She is the perfect person for him to have been partnered with after the whole Amanda saga.

He had gone through a tough period, yet found joy in dancing once more, unaware that he would find such a delightful partner as Bianca.

Giovanni has been single since splitting from British model Molly Brown, 24, in the summer.

Information from reliable sources indicates to The Mirror that Giovanni has been experiencing high levels of stress, and it seems the couple have had several disagreements. This escalation occurred after Giovanni left Strictly Come Dancing in May due to allegations he had bullied his celebrity partner, Amanda Abbington.

According to the source, Giovanni and Molly developed a strong bond rather swiftly following their initial separation and subsequent reunion.

As a lifestyle guide, I’d put it this way: “For some time now, their bond has been intense. However, a disagreement cropped up lately, escalating significantly earlier in the week. Consequently, they decided to part ways.

I’ve been deeply invested in Giovanni’s journey, standing by him through thick and thin. Lately, he’s been grappling with an immense amount of stress, which has certainly left its mark on him. As the situation calms down a bit, there’s a chance they might rekindle their relationship – given their history, they’ve managed to pick up the pieces before.

Apart from Bianca, she’s been single ever since her separation from her director spouse, Dario Acocella, back in 2017. They share a daughter named Alice together.

If things take a romantic turn on the show will be something Giovanni is used to.

Giovanni Pernice introduces Bianca Guaccero to his family as she hails the former Strictly pro an 'incredible person' after confirming their romance

2015 found me sharing the dance floor with the radiant Georgia May Foote, a star from Coronation Street, during my debut on Strictly Come Dancing. And oh boy, did sparks fly! We embarked on a romantic journey that year.

Additionally, he discovered affection for singer Ashley Roberts, who graced the stage of Strictly Come Dancing in 2018; however, it’s important to note that they weren’t dancing partners themselves as she was partnered with Pasha Kovalev during the competition.

In 2022, Giovanni was linked to fellow Strictly professional Jowita Przystal, who is Polish.

This year, he decided to participate in Dancing with the Stars (Ballando con le Stelle) following his sudden departure from Strictly, which occurred amidst the allegations of mistreatment by Amanda Abbington.

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