Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has broken his silence on his split from Love Island's Maura Higgins and denied that there was any "wrongdoing."
It was recently reported that the couple, who went Instagram official in July, had split as fans noticed that the couple had deleted traces of each other from Instagram.
Giovanni, who is paired with EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis on Strictly, has now confirmed that their relationship has ended while caling for an end to any speculation.
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He wrote on social media: "Hey guys - I hope everyone had a great Monday.
"Going into another wonderful training week - thank you so much for your amazing messages and you support this weekend. I get to live my dream every single day because of you - so thank you, thank you, thank you.
"I just wanted to say a couple of things...
"Firstly, great relationships with great people can come to a natural end. This has been the case for me recently.
"There was absolutely no wrong-doing and this should be the end of any speculation."
Giovanni has won hearts on this year's series of Strictly over his partnership with Rose, the BBC One dance show's first deaf contestant.
Fans watched in awe on Saturday night as the pair spoke to each other via sign language as part of their routine.
Giovanni continued in his message: 'Whilst I respect and understand interest in my personal life, wouldn't it be fantastic to instead use this space to raise awareness of subjects and issues which need the attention.
"My eyes have been opened to so many things during my career. But I am learning so much from this series of Strictly.
"The show has highlighted many important conversations for different communities and increased representation.
"These are the conversations which deserve the time, energy and recognition. We must concentrate on what's important and how we can all make a difference in life. Gio x."
One fan responded: "Just enjoy his incredible dancing with Rose, and never mind anything else."
Another told him: "Perfectly expressed...although I have no idea what has happened, but I am sure it's none of my business.
"On a positive, my grandchildren aged 3 and 6 are starting to sign because of your pairing on Strictly. Brilliant."
And another said: "I think your journey in Strictly this year has seen you grow as a person and I don’t mean that to be horrible in any way.
"It’s been amazing to see you and Rose form a sweet partnership, the way you have embraced learning sign language has been beautiful."
