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Giovanni Pernice 'set for Celebrity Big Brother' after Strictly Come Dancing scandal


Giovanni Pernice is reportedly set to appear in the new series of Celebrity Big Brother, which is expected to air next month, after he was axed from Strictly Come Dancing in 2023

Lee Astley, Card Player's spokesperson, dished the dirt: "We could see the return of Giovanni Pernice to our screens in the near future, with the former Strictly Come Dancing Professional tipped to appear in this year's edition of Celebrity Big Brother." Eamonn Holmes is tipped to enter the Celebrity Big Brother house this spring (Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)The telly grapevine is also buzzing with whispers about other celebs joining the fray, including The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star Lisa Rinna, EastEnders heartthrob James Bye, MAFSUK star Ella Morgan, Coronation Street legend Jack Shepherd and Angellica Bell, the cherished ex-CBBC host. Amanda Abbington appeared on This Morning this week (Image: ITV)The dancer had faced allegations of bullying from his dance partner, leading to an internal BBC probe which substantiated six out of 17 complaints, although none related to physical aggression.

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