Amanda Abbington's Accusations
Amanda Abbington has labeled Giovanni Pernice as "nasty" and "awful" as she finally addresses their bitter fallout from Strictly Come Dancing. The actress, 52, has taken legal action against the Italian dancer and the BBC has launched an investigation into his behavior on the show.
Behind-the-Scenes Drama
The dispute between Amanda and Giovanni escalated due to claims that his conduct in rehearsals went too far, resulting in Amanda leaving the show and being diagnosed with mild post-traumatic stress disorder. In a recent interview, Amanda revealed that she requested practice sessions to be recorded, highlighting Giovanni's behavior as the main issue.
Public Backlash
The fallout from the series has led to a public spectacle, with contrasting claims from both parties and abusive messages directed at Amanda from some of the show's fans. Giovanni's behavior in the training room prompted senior BBC executives to demand an apology to Amanda after reviewing the footage.
Internal Investigation
The BBC launched an internal investigation into serious workplace misconduct following complaints from previous dance partners, including Amanda and TV presenter Laura Whitmore. Giovanni denies all allegations but faces a series of accusations over his training methods.
Denial and Response
Giovanni has denied the allegations against him, including sending an offensive video clip to a celebrity dance partner. The BBC issued a statement urging confidentiality for all involved in the investigation and advising against speculation.
