Strictly's Giovanni Pernice praises Amanda Abbington's first dance after threat to quit

Provoking applause

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has publicly commended his partner Amanda Abbington for her impressive performance in their first live dance. The pro dancer took to Instagram to express his pride in the Sherlock actress.

High accolades

Amanda, 49, and Giovanni, 33, danced the Viennese Waltz to Lewis Capaldi's hit track Pointless. The judges were clearly delighted with their routine, awarding them an impressive 29 points. Giovanni shared a picture of the pair on the dance floor, stating, "A moment of appreciation for this beautiful frame! @amanda_abbington74 smashed it."

In the midst of chaos

Just hours before the show, reports emerged of a celebrity threatening to quit the competition after clashing with their dance partner. The actress, said to be Amanda, was allegedly unhappy with Giovanni's "militant" training style. A source revealed that Giovanni takes the competition very seriously and is known for being strict during rehearsals. The tense situation prompted Amanda to reportedly consider leaving the show.

Surprising compatibility

Despite the apparent stress, the source acknowledged that Amanda and Giovanni actually dance well together. There is hope that they will be able to resolve their differences and continue in the competition.

Impressive resume

Amanda Abbington has appeared in popular shows such as Sherlock, Mr Selfridge, Casualty, and The Bill. Giovanni Pernice has been a professional dancer on Strictly since 2015.