Strictly stars Giovanni Pernice and Amanda Abbington address claims they’re not getting on: ‘It’s a difficult process’

Giovanni Pernice fans fuming amid backlash over his Strictly partnership with Amanda Abbington

Fears for Strictly star Giovanni Pernice as viewers turn on partner Amanda Abbington

What feud? Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington lovingly describes pro partner Giovanni Pernice 'like a little brother' after hitting back at claims she 'threatened to quit' as they take to the floor for series' first live show