Giovanni Pernice and his Strictly partner Richie Anderson were revealed as a pairing during last night’s launch for the 2022 series.
The Italian dancer and Radio 2 presenter are one of two same-sex pairings on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.
And it’s safe to say viewers are already loving them together!
Who is Giovanni Pernice’s Strictly partner for 2022?
Last night’s launch show finally revealed the pairings for the 2022 series.
The glitz and glamour of Strictly was back on screens as the pro dancers and celebs took to the dance floor.
The show saw the likes of actor Will Mellor pair up with pro Nancy Xu and TV presenter Helen Skelton team up with Spanish dancer Gorka Marquez.
Towards the end of the launch show, Richie and Giovanni were revealed as partners.
Speaking to host Claudia Winkleman, Richie admitted: “I feel like a competition winner. I can’t believe I’m going to dance with Giovanni from Strictly!”
Viewers watching were delighted on Twitter over Giovanni and Richie’s pairing.
One person gushed: “Already obsessed with Richie and Giovanni.”
Another wrote: “Richie & Giovanni is gold #strictly.”
A third added: “Already obsessed with Richie and Giovanni.”
Meanwhile, a fourth said: “Richie & Giovanni I love this pairing! I was so excited to see Giovanni part of the same sex pairing…
“I hope they do the LGBT+ community proud and deliver some unforgettable performances like John & Johannes did last year. I’m rooting for them!”
What has Richie said about Giovanni?
Over on Instagram today (September 24), Richie gushed over being paired with Giovanni – who won the show last year with EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis.
Already obsessed with Richie and Giovanni.
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