The glitterball has been well and truly rocked by sensational claims emerging from the world of Strictly Come Dancing, revealing a behind-the-scenes romance more dramatic than any Cha-Cha-Cha.
In a revelation that has sent shockwaves through the BBC show's loyal fanbase, professional dancer Giovanni Pernice is at the heart of an alleged 'throuple' with two of his former celebrity partners, Laura Whitmore and Michelle Visage.
The Love Triangle That Wasn't
According to explosive claims, what was initially perceived as a standard showmance between Pernice and Whitmore during the 2016 series was apparently far more complex. Sources suggest that RuPaul's Drag Race star Michelle Visage, who was partnered with Pernice in 2019, was also romantically involved with the couple simultaneously.
An insider revealed: "It was the worst-kept secret on the show. Everyone knew Giovanni was seeing both Laura and Michelle at the same time. They were a proper throuple for a while there."
A Complicated Dance Floor Dynamic
The unconventional relationship allegedly created a web of complexity behind the scenes of the prime-time show. Both Whitmore and Visage were reportedly aware of the arrangement, though sources indicate it eventually led to significant tension and heartbreak.
Laura Whitmore, who has since moved on and married Iain Stirling, previously described her time on Strictly as "brutal" and "the worst thing I've ever done," though she never explicitly detailed the reasons for her distress.
Strictly's Secret History
This revelation adds another layer to Strictly's long history of behind-the-scenes romances, often dubbed the 'Strictly Curse' when relationships outside the show fail. However, a consensual throuple arrangement between a pro and two celebrities is unprecedented in the show's glittering history.
The BBC has declined to comment on the allegations, maintaining that the private lives of their stars remain just that—private. Meanwhile, representatives for Pernice, Whitmore, and Visage have not publicly addressed the claims.
As the new series approaches, fans are left wondering what other secrets might be hiding behind the sequins and spray tans of television's most beloved dance competition.
