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Tess Daly's 'upset' over Giovanni controversy as she fears for future of Strictly


EXCLUSIVE: Strictly Come Dancing host Tess Daly is said to be upset about the recent controversy over professional dancer Giovanni Pernice as the show celebrates its 20th year

The furore surrounding Italian dancer Giovanni Pernice has intensified rather than died down in recent weeks - as it has been alleged that more former partners may be coming out of the woodwork to ‘question’ their Strictly experiences with him. Giovanni and Amanda were partnered on the last series of Stricty (Image: BBC/Guy Levy)"We had no idea at that time it would go on for another two decades (and counting) and become a global hit in so many overseas territories (where the show is known as Dancing with The Stars). That said, Tess has seen more than a few line-up changes over the years, as well as witnessed her fair share of controversies - so no doubt, she’ll be hoping that the glitzy jewel in the BBC's crown - which has been such a huge part of her life for so long - will be back on top again when it returns to our screens this September.

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