Giovanni Pernice passionately kisses Amanda Abbington after steamy Samba as they end feud
, 33, is being welcomed back to the BBC show this year but insiders claim that planning for the series is "on hold".Previously, Strictly has announced the official pro dancer line-up in the spring but there is reportedly question marks still hanging over this year's due to the show's boss being on maternity leave.
The source insisted that "no decisions would be made without" executive producer Sarah James' approval, adding: "It isn’t really okay to expect someone on maternity leave to get involved in work matters when they are off."Popular sci-fi drama brutally axed after two series despite winning BAFTA It was reported they initially clashed over an intense training schedule, with Amanda struggling with the Italian’s “aggressive training style and attitude”.host Laura previously said she “cried every day” and felt “uncomfortable” while training with Gio when they were paired up in 2016."Bosses are undecided about whether or not they will give Gio a partner, just to take the heat off him," the source said.
“But the big cheeses are wondering if it might be tough to find him a partner, given the reports about his harsh teaching style and the fact anyone who’s paired with him next will have to answer questions about his behaviour. “The spotlight will be on them from day one, which is a lot to take as well as the pressure of the show.Last week, Giovanni broke his silence over Amanda's exit from Strictly last October. She had been on the show for five weeks when she decided to walk away.'s Invite Only podcast: "It’s a shame because, in my opinion, she could have gone all the way.
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