Rehearsals recorded after serious concerns
Strictly Come Dancing bosses recommended recording rehearsals between Giovanni Pernice and Amanda Abbington after a series of crisis meetings. Contrary to initial reports, it was not Giovanni who requested the cameras in training. Senior BBC executives, upon reviewing the footage, were disturbed by his behavior and insisted he apologize to Amanda.
Internal investigation launched
The BBC initiated an internal investigation following complaints of serious workplace misconduct from previous dance partners, including actress Amanda Abbington and TV presenter Laura Whitmore. Legal representation is being provided by Carter Ruck.
Shocking revelations
A source disclosed that female executives identified issues with Giovanni's teaching style, leading to the installation of cameras and crew members to monitor rehearsals. Upon reviewing the footage, they were shocked by what they witnessed, prompting the request for an apology from Giovanni.
Denial of allegations
Giovanni Pernice is facing multiple allegations regarding his training methods but has denied all claims. The BBC issued a statement regarding the investigation without explicitly naming the dancer or the show in question.
Call for confidentiality
In response to media reports, the BBC emphasized the importance of respecting confidentiality for all parties involved in the investigation and urged against engaging in speculative discussions.
