Posted: 00:37, 11 September 2022 | Updated: 00:54, 11 September 2022
Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis jas flown out to meet the family of her former professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice in Italy after reportedly splitting from long-term boyfriend Sam Arnold. The 27-year-old EastEnders actress has been with her partner Sam for seven years, with him cheering her on as she lifted the glitterball trophy with her partner Giovanni last year. In one snap from the trip, Rose bumped into Giovani and his sister Angela at her dance studio in Sicily, as well as Strictly’s Anton Du Beke. Reunion: Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis flew to meet the family of her former professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice in Italy after splitting from long-term boyfriend Sam Arnold. Giovanni was reportedly filming a new BBC1 travel show with Anton, 56, when Rose turned up to surprise the couple. It comes after Rose broke up with her longtime boyfriend Sam. According to The Sun, the couple have called it quits, with Sam leaning on Rose’s friend and CBeebies presenter Aimee Campbell-Nottage for support. A friend told the publication: “Rose and Sam’s relationship is definitely over, they are very friendly and will remain close friends but unfortunately there is no future for them romantically. Split: The 27-year-old EastEnders actress has been with her partner Sam for seven years, with him cheering her on as she lifted the glitterball trophy with her partner Giovanni last year. Happy: She ran alongside Giovanni and his sister Angela at her dance studio in Sicily, as well as Strictly’s Anton Du Beke They continued: “They spent a lot of time apart while Rose was away on tour, which took its toll. It’s been hard for both of them, of course, but they’re sure it’s the right move — and Sam had a shoulder to cry on to their mutual friend Aimee. The source added that Rose has come into her own as she has been inundated with post-Strictly offers. MailOnline has contacted representatives for Rose for comment. It came after Rose’s friends expressed doubts about the couple’s future due to their busy work schedules and said they were worried Strictly’s infamous curse could strike again. Heartbreaking: Rose reportedly split from long-term boyfriend Sam (pictured together) Rose – who has kept her relationship pretty private over the years – holidayed in Barcelona alone earlier this year. A source told the publication: “Rose and Sam split up, especially since she was so busy with work projects and was in demand with new job opportunities. “They still have a lot of love and respect for each other, but they’re also young and working on their lives. Dancing queen: Rose made history as the first deaf contestant on Strictly Come Dancing last year (pictured with partner Giovanni after they won) Rose went to Barcelona alone to gather her thoughts and think about what she wanted. They have both grown as people since they first started dating. “This is Rose’s moment and she’s grabbing life by the horns, focusing on her career and taking advantage of every opportunity she can.” Strictly Curse sees couples appearing on the show break up with their partners as a result of appearing on the programme. Travel: In 2019, the couple went on holiday to Peru, where Rose shared a snap together relaxing in the Huacachina desert
