Giovanni Pernice and Anton Du Beke have dropped a major hint about the future of their BBC travel show, Adventures In Spain, as the final episode aired on Monday night. The Strictly Come Dancing stars concluded their three-part series with a visit to Anton's family in Spain, where they were joined by fellow pro Gorka Marquez for a performance. As the episode ended, Anton asked, 'What a lovely, lovely way to spend a summer. Where to next?' to which Giovanni coyly replied, 'Well, it doesn't matter where we're going. As long as we're together,' suggesting the show may return.
The hint comes amid ongoing controversy surrounding Giovanni's future on Strictly. Reports claim BBC bosses are in crunch talks with the dancer after new allegations emerged that he left a fourth celebrity partner in tears. Faye Tozer, 48, of Steps, is said to have been reduced to tears after a heated clash backstage on spin-off It Takes Two in 2018. A source told The Sun: 'They did often clash and she was in tears on It Takes Two. She found how he spoke to her abrasive.'
Giovanni is already feuding with Amanda Abbington, who quit Strictly last year and accused him of difficult behaviour, leaving her with PTSD. It was also reported that Amanda met with Giovanni's former partners Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore for an 'emotional summit' to compare notes. A source close to the trio told MailOnline: 'They are very unhappy with the way the BBC are handling this. It's a kick in the teeth.'
Despite the allegations, the BBC has shown support for Giovanni by promoting his new show with Anton. The Sun reported that Giovanni is expected to meet Strictly bosses on Thursday, and the broadcaster is backing him as no official complaints have been lodged. A source said: 'He is an accomplished pro dancer and it's expected he will be taking his place in the formal line-up when it's announced later this month.'
