Giovanni Pernice, the talented Italian dancer who made his name on *Strictly Come Dancing*, has sparked excitement among fans with a major hint 

that he could return to the BBC One dance competition after stepping away last year. 

Giovanni, who won the competition in 2021, has teamed up with his former *Strictly* colleague Kai Widdrington for a new project, fueling rumors of his potential comeback.

The two professional dancers recently shared a video during rehearsals for Kai’s upcoming 2025 tour, *Evolution*, where Giovanni made a surprise appearance. 

Kai posted the clip to social media, teasing the collaboration and leaving fans wondering whether Giovanni’s time on *Strictly* is truly over. 

As Kai joked in the video, “He’s very shy and you may know who it is,” before Giovanni appeared on screen with a smile and said, “Ladies and gents, we’re back together and it feels so good.” 

The video immediately sparked a flurry of excitement online, with many fans hoping it meant Giovanni was returning to *Strictly*.

Kai later captioned the post, “Introducing one of the creative producers of the EVOLUTION team, A familiar face I think you may know…” This prompted numerous reactions from *Strictly* fans who were thrilled to see the two stars reunite. Some followers were quick to express their desire for Giovanni to return to the show, with one commenting, “Oh Giovanni, so lovely to see you. Wish you were back on Strictly.” Another fan wrote, “The dream team are back together,” while a third said, “It would be amazing if Giovanni returned to Strictly, he’s been missed.”

Giovanni’s potential return to *Strictly* comes at a time when there are concerns that some professional dancers may be leaving the show. Janette Manrara, who took a step back from performing on *Strictly* in 2021 to co-host *It Takes Two*, has announced that she will star in the musical *Chicago* on the West End in 2025, marking her debut in the iconic role of Roxie Hart. Meanwhile, reigning *Strictly* champion Dianne Buswell, who won the 2024 series with comedian Chris McCausland, has been teasing exciting new projects, including a major fashion deal with InTheStyle and a podcast with comedian Chris.

Some fans of the show are speculating that Dianne may not return to the *Strictly* dance floor much longer, with a few Reddit users predicting that she could leave the show to focus on her other career ventures or start a family. One fan commented, “I can see Dianne leaving,” while another mused, “I wouldn’t be surprised if Dianne left to focus either on other career developments or family.” These sentiments have added to the speculation about who might be returning or leaving the show in the coming seasons.

Giovanni’s potential return would be welcomed by many, especially after he made waves on *Strictly* with his memorable partnerships, including his emotional win with Rose Ayling-Ellis in 2021. Giovanni and Rose’s performance was widely celebrated, not just for their incredible dancing, but also for the way they used their platform to raise awareness about hearing loss. Giovanni’s charisma and talent have made him a fan favorite, and it’s clear that many are eager to see him back on the dance floor.

While Giovanni has made no official announcements regarding a return to *Strictly*, he has been keeping busy with other projects since leaving the show. In addition to working with Kai on *Evolution*, Giovanni also appeared on Channel 4’s *Celebrity Hunted*, where he revealed that he initially thought his career might be “over” after stepping away from *Strictly*. However, Giovanni has expressed an interest in branching out into acting and singing, saying that it’s something he’s always wanted to do. “That’s something I’ve always wanted to do, but obviously English is not my first language, so we have to see,” he said in an interview with the *Sunday Mirror*. Giovanni has even mentioned the possibility of attending English school to perfect his language skills as part of his journey into new career avenues.

As *Strictly* fans eagerly await news about Giovanni’s future on the show, it’s clear that his time away has only fueled curiosity about his next steps. 

Whether he returns to the BBC dance competition or continues to explore new opportunities, one thing is for sure—Giovanni Pernice is a name that continues to captivate audiences, and his future looks as bright as ever.

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