Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice were seen heading to Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals on Wednesday, after shutting down claims of a ‘feud’.
The radio host, 34, and the Italian dancer, 32, arrived separately ahead of another day of dance rehearsals in preparation for Saturday’s second live show.
It comes after Richie gushed over his professional partner Giovanni as he shut down claims the pair ‘haven’t clicked’ since being put together on the hit show.
Ready to go! Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice were seen heading to Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals on Wednesday, after shutting down claims of a ‘feud’
Arriving for rehearsals, Richie kept it casual in black shorts and a black hoodie, which he styled with a pair of grey trousers.
He framed his face with square glasses and appeared to be in jovial spirits as he flashed a huge grin and struck a dance move on his way into the London studios.
Meanwhile, Giovanni cut a laidback figure as he was seen arriving separately for yet another day of dance rehearsals.
Giovanni – who won Strictly last year with Rose Ayling-Ellis – sported black trousers and a matching hoodie, which he styled with black trainers.
Dancing moves: Arriving for rehearsals, Richie kept it casual in black shorts and a black hoodie, which he styled with a pair of grey trousers
He shielded his eyes with a pair of round sunglasses and tucked his dark locks beneath a grey baseball cap.
The professional dancer carried a black backpack and what appeared to be a clothes bag in one hand as he flashed a huge grin while arriving at rehearsals.
Giovanni and Richie are busy rehearsing as they are preparing to dance a Quickstep to Dancin’ Fool by Barry Manilow during Saturday’s live show.
Their sighting comes after Richie broke his silence amid his alleged ‘feud’ with same-sex dance partner Giovanni.
Keeping it casual: Meanwhile, Giovanni cut a laidback figure as he was seen arriving separately for yet another day of dance rehearsals
The TV personality paid tribute to Giovanni on Sunday, alongside a video of them doing a the Cha Cha Cha around the ballroom, amid claims they ‘haven’t clicked’ since being paired together on the hit show.
‘A moment I’ll never forget and so grateful I got to share it with Giovanni,’ Richie wrote on Instagram underneath the clip.
‘Thank you Gio for being the most amazing teacher over the past fortnight. Last night was a dream come true moment.’
‘Feud’: It comes after Richie gushed over his professional partner Giovanni as he shut down claims the pair ‘haven’t clicked’ since being put together on the hit show
Gushing: ‘Thank you Gio for being the best teacher over the past fortnight. Last night was a dream come true moment,’ he sweetly wrote in an Instagram post
He added: ‘Plenty of feedback from the judges to take on board, can’t wait to get back in the rehearsal studio tomorrow and put it into practice. Thank you Gio and Strictly.’
It comes after rumours the pair ‘haven’t clicked’ since being paired together as tensions rise off camera.
They were announced as the BBC shows second all-male partnership and are one of two same-sex pairings on this years series.
Sources told The Sun that professional dancer Giovanni was becoming frustrated with Richie not listening to him in rehearsals.
Rumours: It comes after rumours the pair ‘haven’t clicked’ since being paired together
One insider said: ‘The pair haven’t clicked. Richie is so swept up by the whole experience that he is talking 100 words a minute, and it can be hard for Giovanni.
‘He has told pals that Richie talks instead of listening during training, and it is frustrating.’
They then added that it was early days and they were still getting used to each other: ‘Giovanni thinks Richie has real potential in the competition.’
However, a source close to the pair told MailOnline: ‘Talk of them not getting on is nonsense. They are having such a laugh and were thrilled at the reaction on Saturday night.’
Tough: Sources told The Sun that professional dancer Giovanni was becoming frustrated with Richie not listening to him in rehearsals
For the first time in the show’s history, there will be two same-sex couples performing in the same series, with Karen, who last year danced with Greg Wise, taking to the floor with comedian Jayde.
The fifteen couples have been working hard in the training room, with their debut performance set to air during the first Strictly live show on Saturday, with the judging panel scoring each dance out of 40.
The pairs will then deliver a second performance the following week when the public vote will open, before a results show on Sunday reveals which two pairs received the fewest votes and must compete in the dance off.
The judges will then decide which couple they would like to save, and the other pair will be eliminated.
The series opener also featured two incredible performances from the Strictly professionals, as well as the return of reigning champion Rose Ayling-Ellis, and a music performance from John Legend who performed his new single All She Wanna Do.
Joining Claudia and Giovanni on the sofa ahead of their comeback dance, Rose told how it was ‘lovely’ to be back on the show while expressing her shock that it had been a year since she took part.
She added that training for her return dance with Giovanni made her realise how much she ‘missed’ training with him, while the Italian hunk added that the few hours they danced together once again was ‘magical’.
They’re baaack! Dusting off their paddles were returning judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke
Dusting off their paddles were returning judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke.
While viewers were no doubt sad not to see show favourites Aljaz Skorjanec and Oti Mabuse, who both quit Strictly Come Dancing earlier this year.
This series has also seen the introduction of four new professionals, European cup winner Vito Coppola, Chinese National Champion Carlos Gu, former Under 21 British National Champion Lauren Oakley and Latin dance champion Michelle Tsiakkas.
During Friday’s launch the four pros were officially introduced to viewers through a pre-filmed cinematic dance routine.
Strictly Come Dancing 2022: Who are the couples?
HELEN SKELTON AND GORKA MARQUEZ
Helen Skelton and Gorka Marquez
Celebrity’s age: 39
Profession: TV and radio broadcaster
Helen says: ‘I’m really excited to get stuck into a fun adventure. My family and friends have always loved the show and can’t wait for me to get started’
ELLIE SIMMONDS AND NIKITA KUZMIN
Ellie Simmonds and Nikita Guzman
Celebrity’s age: 27
Profession: Former athlete
Ellie says: ‘To be asked to be part of the Strictly family is just so exciting and I cannot wait, it’s going to so much fun.’
ELLIE TAYLOR AND JOHANNES RADEBE
Ellie Taylor and Johannes Radebe
Celebrity’s age: 38
Profession: Comedian
Ellie says: ‘Well, cover me in fake tan and roll me in sequins! I’m absolutely over the moon to be a part of Strictly 2022!’
FLEUR EAST AND VITO COPPOLA
Fleur East and Vito Coppola
Celebrity’s age: 34
Profession: Singer
Fleur says: ‘I’m equally nervous and thrilled to be part of this year’s Strictly line up. I’m excited to learn new skills and I want to soak up every moment of this magical experience.’
JAMES BYE AND AMY DOWDEN
James Bye and Amy Dowden
Celebrity’s age: 38
Profession: EastEnders actor
James says ‘I’m not known for my shimmy or my twinkle toes – in fact my kids regularly laugh at my dad dancing but it’s an honour to be asked and I’m going to give it my best shot.’
JAYDE ADAMS AND KAREN HAUER
Jayde Adams and Karen Hauer
Celebrity’s age: 37
Profession: Comedian
Jayde says: ‘I’ve been a massive fan of the show for years. I feel like I’m watching myself in a dream and I can’t believe I’ve manifested this.’
TYLER WEST AND DIANNE BUSWELL
Tyler West and Dianne Buswell
Celebrity’s age: 26
Profession: Radio DJ
Tyler says: ‘It’s a show that means so much to me and my family and I can’t wait to seriously shake a leg on that shiny dance floor… with a side of sequins.’
HAMZA YASSIN AND JOWITA PRZYSTAL
Hamza Yassin and Jowita Przystal
Celebrity’s age: 35
Profession: Wildlife cameraman and presenter
Hamza says: ‘I am absolutely over the moon to be joining Strictly 2022. Never in a million years did I think I’d be on such a cool show.’
RICHIE ANDERSON AND GIOVANNI PERNICE
Richie Anderson and Giovanni Pernice
Celebrity’s age: 34
Profession: Radio presenter
Richie says: ‘This is a dream come true! I cannot wait to get in those sparkles and sequins and shimmy across the most famous dance floor in the world!’
KYM MARSH AND GRAZIANO DI PRIMA
Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima
Celebrity’s age: 46
Profession: Coronation Street star and presenter
Kym says: ‘I’m so delighted that this year they have! I’m a huge fan of the show and can’t believe I’m going to go from watching at home in my pyjamas to actually dancing in front of the judges in a glittery dress.’
MATT GOSS AND NADIYA BYCHKOVA
Matt Goss and Nadiya Bychkova
Celebrity’s age: 53
Profession: Singer
Matt says: ‘I’ve been reclusive, I come and work and then go back to America. I thought, it’s time for me to come home and get out of my own way’
MOLLY RAINFORD AND CARLOS GU
Molly Rainford and Carlos Gu
Age: 21
Profession: Singer
Molly says: ‘I already know it’s gonna be an experience of a lifetime and I can’t wait to meet the rest of the Strictly family I’ll be sharing it with.’
WILL MELLOR AND NANCY XU
Will Mellor and Nancy Xu
Celebrity’s age: 46
Profession: Actor
Will says: ‘I know it will be a huge challenge but that’s what life is all about. This is also my Mum’s favourite show and she’s had a really tough few years so I’m doing this is for her as well. Bring it on!’
TONY ADAMS AND KATYA JONES
Tony Adams and Katya Jones
Celebrity’s age: 55
Profession: Retired footballer and manager
Tony says: ‘To say I’m excited is an understatement – the lure of the sequins and the call of the salsa has me swapping my battered old football boots for a set of Strictly soft shoes’
KAYE ADAMS AND KAI WIDDRINGTON
Kaye Adams and Kai Widdrington
Celebrity’s age: 59
Profession: Television presenter
Kaye says: ‘I said I wanted to make the last year of my fifties memorable and i can’t think of a better way of doing it than showing the world my two left feet. Pray for me!’
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