Giovanni Pernice's Love Island ex Tasha Ghouri 'signs up' to Strictly Come Dancing following his exit

Tasha Ghouri and Giovanni Pernice

Tasha Ghouri is reportedly 'signed up' to Strictly Come Dancing

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Olivia Gantzer

By Olivia Gantzer


Published: 30/07/2024

- 21:00

The reality star is thought to be heading to the dance floor

Former Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has been making headlines since last year's show, and it was recently confirmed he had left the BBC series.

However, it seems his Love Island star ex, Tasha Ghouri, could be taking to the dance floor as the 25-year-old has reportedly been "signed up" for the show.


The model dated Pernice, 33, around the time of his Strictly Come Dancing win in 2022 alongside former EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis.

It's understood they were loved up for a few months before she joined the ITV dating show, where she met her current partner Andrew Le Page.

A source stated: "Tasha has everything it takes to be a top drawer Strictly signing.

"Whilst fans who like a journey will be irked she is a professional dancer, others who enjoy watching incredible moments from the off will be more than satisfied."

Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice

Giovanni Pernice left Strictly Come Dancing following claims made by GIovanni Pernice

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Speaking to The Sun, they continued: "She's also become a powerful force for good campaigning and raising awareness for those with disabilities.

"The Giovanni link is unfortunate to say the least, but above all else Tasha is a gorgeous girl who deserves this amazing opportunity."

Ghouri, who was born completely deaf, has described the disability as her "superpower" and has inspired many fans.

Her romance with Pernice came to light after she'd been named as part of the Love Island 2022 cast.

Tasha Ghouri

Tasha Ghouri is rumoured to be taking part in this year's Strictly Come Dancing

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Speaking to GB News about the rumoured sign-up, a BBC spokesperson said: "The celebrity contestants for this series will be announced in due course."

Pernice's name has become shrouded in controversy following his stint on last year's show, where he was partnered with former Sherlock star Amanda Abbington.

The 52-year-old left the show early and went on to claim Penrice had displayed "abusive" behaviour towards her.

It was later confirmed Pernice wouldn't be appearing on future series of the beloved family show.

Giovanni Pernice

Giovanni Pernice has left BBC's Strictly Come Dancing

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A BBC probe into the show followed and as part of its investigation, Pernice's co-star Graziano Di Prima was axed from the series.

Pernice has continued to deny claims made by Abbington, while Di Prima admitted to having "kicked" his partner of last year, Zara McDermott.

Last week, Abbington made her first television appearance since the scandal, where she made further claims about her Strictly Come Dancing experience.

GB News has contacted Ghouri's representatives for a comment.

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