Strictly’s Debbie McGee and Giovanni closer than ever? Couple share kiss ahead of tour
DEBBIE MCGEE and Giovanni Pernice appeared closer than ever as they shared a sweet kiss today before the Strictly Come Dancing: The Live Tour rehearsals.
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Debbie McGee shows off her amazing flexibility on a bus
The couple struck up a very special bond when they were partnered up on the BBC One series last year.
And it seems they haven’t lost their connection as the pair looked delighted to be back in each other’s company when they headed to practice in Birmingham.
While they walked to the arena, Debbie, 59, embraced her professional dance partner by pulling him closer for a peck.
Giovanni placed his arm around the former magician assistant’s shoulders as he relished the tender moment.
Debbie McGee and Giovanni Pernice shared a kiss
Debbie McGee wore a pair of thigh-high boots and floral trousers for the outing but made sure she wrapped up warm in a black overcoat.
Paul Daniels’ widow also opted to wear a cream scarf and carried her essential items for the day in a brown holdall.
Meanwhile, Giovanni cut a casual look in a pair of blue skinny jeans, white converse trainers and a black coat.
The dancing duo looked raring to hit rehearsals after travelling to the city on the group’s tour bus yesterday.
Debbie McGee and Giovanni Pernice struck up a close bond
Debbie McGee and Giovanni Pernice were partnered up on Strictly Come Dancing
Debbie once again showed off her impressive flexibility in front of her fellow co-stars whilst passing time on the coach.
In a video posted on professional dancer Oti Mabuse’s Instagram story, the blonde beauty can be seen resting her leg on the chair in front in a jaw-dropping position.
Giovanni was stunned by Debbie’s talent and admitted he would never be able to perform such a move.
The couple’s amazing relationship resulted in much speculation over whether the pair were romantically involved during their time on Strictly Come Dancing.
Debbie McGee showed off her impressive flexibility on the coach
Their close bond raised eyebrows and Debbie was forced to address claims the pair were having a “love affair” last year.
"We really have a close relationship. It's a special friendship… it's not a love affair, it's an incredible, deep, friendship,” Debbie told the i newspaper.
The pair missed out on winning the coveted Glitterball trophy but will be showing off their mesmerising routines on the tour.
Other couples joining the pair will be Gemma Atkinson and Aljaž Skorjanec, Alexandra Burke and Gorka Marquez, Susan Calman and Kevin Clifton, Davood Ghadami and Nadiya Bychkova, Joe McFadden and Katya Jones as well as Jonnie Peacock and Oti.