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But it's 'constructive' to overanalyse everything in the other thread?
The obvious forum bias is starting to grate on me tbqh. It's apparently fine to insinuate all sorts about Gio and his behaviour on social media, and to a lesser degree Laura, but god forbid anyone criticise saint Georgia! Apparently it's ok to have pages of wild speculation on some liked photos on Instagram from which people will extrapolate detailed theories about the private lives of strangers but we can't speculate with short pithy comments on articles that do the same because they're not very positive? 🙄 ![]() Speaking personally I am well and truly fed up of the whole tabloid/twitter/DS/GG-inspired slant on THIS YEAR's Strictly. Like ![]() /|\ If Laura and Gio can keep their heads and spirits clear of all the rubbish, bloody brill for them! It must be so hard to focus |
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Can't wait for their interview on ITT tonight though as that's where you can really get to know the celebs and pros and guage the true nature of their partnership.
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Everyone knows the press will pick up on social media and the cynical bitch in me can't help but assume everyone involved knows this, if people really wanted to be private they would be. Posting stuff on social media is essentially tabloid bait. These 'horrible' stories usually mention people's appearances in say oo I don't know regional theatre productions and popular Saturday night TV shows...some agents/publicist types somewhere are rubbing their hands with glee 🤑🤑🤑
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True.
Laura and Giovanni are ignoring such stuff and behaving as normal, and that's the right thing to do. Quote:
Totally agree.
But I actually think that they are doing rather less to promote their partnership - maybe because of the worry about the tabloids trying to find a showmance angle if they are photographed less than a mile apart. I mean, Ore and Joanne have been done a few radio and TV interviews? Greg and Nat - and other Strictly dance partners IIRC - turned up at a movie premiere? Lesley and Anton have turned up on Loose Women etc etc. So I am not sure if Laura and Gio are behaving as 'normal' at the moment - if normal means feeling able to make joint appearances to discuss Strictly without taking endless tabloid flack. Which is very much a shame as it feels a bit more important this year to be 'visible' with such big personalities - and excellent dancers - in the show. BIB - Totally agree with you, such a strong line up this year. I think Laura has to put a brave face to the cameras, but behind the scenes, she must be really frustrated. |
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Yes - ITT is probably the most important thing in helping the audience (and voters) really relate to a partnership so it will be a good watch tonight. Laura's blog is excellent and she has been very positive. I think she will have a good rapport with Zoe. Maybe all the opening night / red carpet stuff doesn't really matter in terms of which couples gain public support.
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I am on your boat, I think you don't want to discuss any other threads, but just want to defend her. Laura doesn't deserve all ths.
Laura has tweeted about the article, that shows she is affected by these stuff. [/b] BIB - Totally agree with you, such a strong line up this year. I think Laura has to put a brave face to the cameras, but behind the scenes, she must be really frustrated. Comments I've seen on social media and newspaper articles have generally been positive towards Laura. I really want this thread to be here this weekend and through the series to post thoughts on ITT and their dances. Discussion of the newspaper articles is maybe better suited to the MF due to the nature of the content. |
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Have we seen this yet? Ooer. Through the legs. Lots of spins too. Heck
(Will looks goooood, as does Tameka) |
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Have we seen this yet? Ooer. Through the legs. Lots of spins too. Heck
(Will looks goooood, as does Tameka) ![]() This photo of Laura, Giovanni, Danny and Oti on the way to ITT came up on my Twitter earlier. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CtmnzxSWEAEW7NA.jpg:large The Twitter account for the play which Laura is in next year has also tweeted a good luck message. From that, I also saw that Shane Richie has signed for the lead role of the detective, Roy Grace. |
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Quite a few good ones in there, I think! Looking forward to the show.
![]() This photo of Laura, Giovanni, Danny and Oti on the way to ITT came up on my Twitter earlier. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CtmnzxSWEAEW7NA.jpg:large The Twitter account for the play which Laura is in next year has also tweeted a good luck message. From that, I also saw that Shane Richie has signed for the lead role of the detective, Roy Grace. |
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Both of them are looking gorgeous
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Both of them are looking gorgeous
![]() Great fun interview...Irish dancing, Gio's Irish accent and singing ![]() So relaxed with each other, banter, some lovely moments too. Laura's comment about looking in to Gio's face for reassurance before dancing and Gio saying their Waltz will be beautiful. I can't wait for tomorrow's show
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Giovanni dancing with Laura and Alison to Daniel singing
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Giovanni dancing with Laura and Alison to Daniel singing
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He was singing in the background too, I think he's hoping for a job as back up singer !
Watch out Dave Arch and band
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He was singing in the background too, I think he's hoping for a job as back up singer !
![]() Great to see a relaxed and fun first ITT interview, they seem to be getting on well. Good for them, that's how it should be.
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Giovanni in that suit 😍😍😍😍, the matching tie and pocket square. There's just something about a man in a good suit that's so sexy. Laura managed to pull off looking good in yellow too. Damn these beautiful people!
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Loved that they came on at the end, but from the training room evidence earlier in the show, maybe he's deluded in his singing ambitions.
![]() Great to see a relaxed and fun first ITT interview, they seem to be getting on well. Good for them, that's how it should be. ![]() |
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Nice relaxed interview. Thought Laura came across well, charming and not trying too hard which can make my teeth ache a bit when the celebs go super-competitive. That dress really was YELLOW wasn't it.
Gio giving very good 'sofa' compared with last year - goodness his English has improved. His singing, on the other hand By contrast I found that Danny, who danced brilliantly last week, didn't really keep my attention when he was talking. Might just be me. That waltz is looking rather promising from the clips they showed.. but then so were a LOT of the other dances. Its going to be a super super show this week.
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He was singing in the background too, I think he's hoping for a job as back up singer !
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I did not find Giovanni attractive at all last year but he is growing on me
Liking his personality and partnership with Laura.
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Nice relaxed interview. Thought Laura came across well, charming and not trying too hard which can make my teeth ache a bit when the celebs go super-competitive. That dress really was YELLOW wasn't it.
Gio giving very good 'sofa' compared with last year - goodness his English has improved. His singing, on the other hand By contrast I found that Danny, who danced brilliantly last week, didn't really keep my attention when he was talking. Might just be me. That waltz is looking rather promising from the clips they showed.. but then so were a LOT of the other dances. Its going to be a super super show this week.![]() Will looks good. Going to be competitive and nailbiting regarding the leaderboard. Laura's score of 25 was a good solid start though (thank goodness for those sev-erns) and if their Waltz is as beautiful as it looks in training they'll be fine. |
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Oh she's stunning isn't she? She just glows (could be the yellow dress
) Handsome couple and they seem to have a friendly, relaxed, relationship with lots of banter. Not awkward at all. The clip they showed us of the waltz looked gorgeous, Laura just has to remember not to look at Craig or even think about Craig. It will be tough as so many good dancers are looking good this week but at least they won't have to go first (I'm assuming) and that will be a relief. Giovanni's singing proves you can't be good at everything
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It will be nail biting tomorrow as there are so many couples the look really good...Will, Danny, Tameka, Daisy, Louise to name a few, even Ed looked not bad
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Absolutely love this clip from last night's ITT interview . . . Gio's Irish accent "Tanks a million!"
![]() Some backstage ITT photos . . . All of last night's guests. Now don't look at Craig when you're dancing Laura ![]() Team Lovanni have a chinwag with Daniel and Danny in the ITT greenroom. Laura with her fellow Irishman Daniel. Laura with Naga ![]() And I love this photo . . . some of the Strictly 2016 gang having dinner last night. Nice to see Jo with Gio and Laura
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Absolutely love this clip from last night's ITT interview . . . Gio's Irish accent "Tanks a million!"
![]() Some backstage ITT photos . . . All of last night's guests. Now don't look at Craig when you're dancing Laura ![]() Team Lovanni have a chinwag with Daniel and Danny in the ITT greenroom. Laura with her fellow Irishman Daniel. Laura with Naga ![]() And I love this photo . . . some of the Strictly 2016 gang having dinner last night. Nice to see Jo with Gio and Laura ![]() ![]() I liked the group dinner photo - didn't Jeremy Vine turn the Friday evening meal into a regular Eggheads quiz night last year? |
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Absolutely love this clip from last night's ITT interview . . . Gio's Irish accent "Tanks a million!"
![]() Some backstage ITT photos . . . All of last night's guests. Now don't look at Craig when you're dancing Laura ![]() Team Lovanni have a chinwag with Daniel and Danny in the ITT greenroom. Laura with her fellow Irishman Daniel. Laura with Naga ![]() And I love this photo . . . some of the Strictly 2016 gang having dinner last night. Nice to see Jo with Gio and Laura ![]() Thanks the lovely collection of pictures. Laura is really stunning, she will blend in with the Hollywood celebs. I am still not happy that she has not posted any pics of Mick. I am going out tonight and will keep an eye on the spoiler thread. I do hope the judges mark fairly this week. |
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Gio giving very good 'sofa' compared with last year - goodness his English has improved. His singing, on the other hand