Strictly fans call on Neil Jones to dance with Amanda Abbington after 'Giovanni feud'

Strictly fans want Amanda Abbington back on the show

Strictly Come Dancing fans are rallying behind actress Amanda Abbington, who recently bowed out of the competition for "personal reasons" following a reported feud with her partner Giovanni Pernice. Viewers have taken to social media to suggest that professional dancer Neil Jones should "step in" and dance with Abbington so she can make a return to the show. One fan tweeted, "Couldn't Neil step in? It's a personality clash. Not everyone gets on, no matter how lovely they are."

Neil Jones shows support for Amanda Abbington

Neil Jones, who is one of Strictly's professional dancers, expressed his support for Amanda Abbington after hearing the news of her departure. In a heartfelt message, he told her, "We love you and will miss you, you are so talented and a beautiful soul." Jones, a fan favorite who has been with the show for seven years, missed out on getting a celebrity partner this year and has been sitting on the sidelines.

Giovanni's "clash" with Amanda revealed

It has been revealed that Giovanni Pernice and Amanda Abbington had a "clash" that led to her quitting the show. In her farewell Instagram post, Abbington thanked her fellow contestants and the production team, but did not mention Giovanni. He did not like or comment on the post and reportedly told friends that they had "barely spoken" in the past ten days. Giovanni is said to have been "annoyed" to find out about Abbington's departure from a member of the Strictly production team.

Amanda Abbington's heartfelt statement

In a statement on Instagram, Amanda Abbington explained her decision to leave Strictly Come Dancing. She wrote, "It is with deepest regret that I had to leave Strictly. I did not come to this decision easily or lightly but for personal reasons I am unable to continue." She also expressed her gratitude towards her fellow contestants, the production team, and the support she received from fans. Abbington concluded her message by saying, "Thank you to everyone who voted and who sent wonderful messages and inspiring support. You are all amazing. Truly. Thank you."