Allegations against Strictly professionals
Emmerdale legend Claire King has spoken out about her difficult experience with Strictly's Brendan Cole, branding him as 'really nasty'. This comes after recent controversies involving other Strictly professionals, including Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice.
Claims of negative attitude and dismissive behavior
In a resurfaced interview from 2006, Claire King described Brendan Cole as 'intolerant' and 'impatient', alleging that he made her feel worthless and shattered her confidence. She also claimed he was dismissive of her arthritis, despite the severity of her condition.
Impact on Claire King and the partnership
Claire King revealed that Brendan's negative attitude drove her to tears and hindered her progress on the show. Despite making it to the final six, she felt undervalued and disrespected throughout their partnership.
Other allegations and controversies in the dance world
The revelations about Brendan Cole follow recent accusations against other Strictly professionals, including claims of bullying and mistreatment by Graziano Di Prima, Giovanni Pernice, and Ola Jordan. These incidents have sparked investigations and raised concerns about the treatment of celebrity partners on the show.
BBC launches investigation
The BBC has launched an investigation into the allegations against Strictly professionals and has implemented new measures, including having a chaperone present during all training sessions. The dance world is facing scrutiny over the treatment of celebrity partners and the conduct of professional dancers.
