Giovanni Pernice's whispered words to Amanda Abbington on the Strictly Come Dancing dance floor have been revealed.

Prior to Amanda quitting the show this week, rumours had been circulating that the dancing duo had clashed behind the scenes ever since they were paired up back in August.

The pair rubbished the claims with Amanda saying "bulls**t" before adding they were "b****cks" ahead of her withdrawal from the competition, writes The Mirror.

And in one clip from their final performance, Giovanni is heard saying "beautiful" to Amanda as they danced the Foxtrot to the famous Fleetwood Mac song Everywhere. As their stunning dance came to an end, Giovanni pretended to plant a kiss on Amanda following weeks of rumours of a rift.

Before it was confirmed that she had quit the BBC show, sources claim that Amanda was unhappy with the "aggressive training style and attitude". A source previously claimed to The Sun that his methods are often "incredibly brusque" and would upset his partners.

In her social media post announcing the news, Amanda didn't acknowledge Giovanni as she broke her silence following her decision to step back from the programme. In a statement shared on social media, she penned: "It is with deepest regret that I had to leave Strictly. I did not come to this decision easily or lightly but for personal reasons, I am unable to continue. It was an absolute joy working with my fellow contestants, they are a beautiful, hardworking and talented group of people who I love and who I will miss seeing every Friday and Saturday and competing alongside.

"I want to thank the incredible Production team and everyone on Strictly who looked after me and who are so kind and caring. It's a wonderful bunch of people and I'll miss all of them. I'm so sad that I am unable to go any further. Thank you to everyone who voted and who sent wonderful messages and inspiring support. You are all amazing. Truly. Thank you."

Fans were gutted at her departure and took to social media.

One penned: "That's so disappointing. I thought #AmandaAbbington was great and a brilliant dancer and her partnership with @pernicegiovann1 was lovely. Gutted for them. I wish her luck and good health #ItTakesTwo #Strictly #StrictlyComeDancing."

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Another wrote: "So sad to hear this! I loved her zest and detail for dance! She was our winner, whatever the outcome! I hope she knows how much joy she brought during her short time on Strictly! Wish her all that she needs at this time! x"

While one said: "So feel for Amanda. People on here have said vile abusive things about her. I can't imagine how upsetting it must be for her."

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