BBC Strictly Come Dancing issues statement as Giovanni Pernice 'quits' after 9yrs of fame

The BBC has taken the rare step of issuing a statement on an ongoing misconduct probe pertaining to one of its shows, Strictly Come Dancing and the Giovanni Pernice fallout.

The BBC has finally broken silence over the ongoing saga concerning Strictly professional, Giovanni Pernice, who's been under scrutiny due to claims about his behaviour. Facing allegations of "threatening and abusive" actions during rehearsal time on Strictly, which he vehemently denies, the 33 year old dancer has found himself at the core of an internal investigation.

Giovanni Pernice appeared to be brushing off the controversy currently surrounding him on Monday (27 May) as he flashed a thumbs-up while leaving dance rehearsals with his fellow Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke. The professional dancer, 33, is currently embroiled in an internal investigation by the BBC after being accused of serious workplace misconduct by his three of his former Strictly partners.

Peter Andre has broken the silence on his experience with Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice amid the ongoing row surrounding the Italian dancer.

Strictly Come Dancing is facing a significant challenge in recruiting female celebrities for this year's show due to the controversy surrounding professional dancer Giovanni Pernice.

One of Giovanni Pernice's former dance partners has publicly shown her support for the Strictly Come Dancing star, who has been facing criticism recently.

Giovanni Pernice has been at the forefront of drama as of late, with ex-partners of the Italian dancer coming forward to throw 'abuse' claims at him, as he stepped down from the BBC show.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Giovanni Pernice has reportedly employed lawyers to help clear his name following allegations of abuse. The dancer has faced allegations from several of his former partners including a complaint made by actress Amanda Abbington who quit the competition prematurely last year. A spokesperson for Giovanni told The Sun that a lawyer is acting on his behalf - and confirmed the BBC are investigating.The spokesman said: “Schillings is engaging with BBC Studios to provide it with Giovanni’s evidence to strongly rebut the claims being made about him and confirm that Giovanni is fully cooperating with that process.

Giovanni Pernice's recent scandal has created a significant divide within the Strictly Come Dancing community.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice is at the centre of a storm as BBC bosses are reported to be sifting through hundreds of hours of training footage following allegations against the dancer.The Sun reports that producers have been instructed to review extensive footage from the dance rehearsals amid claims surrounding Giovanni's teaching methods. OK! reached out to BBC but they declined to comment. Accusations of "abuse" have surfaced, questioning Giovanni's approach with his celebrity partners on the show, including his 2023 partner, actress Amanda Abbington.

Giovanni Pernice has asked for his fans' help just days after issuing a statement about his conduct on Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer, who has been part of the BBC One dance contest since 2015 and won in 2021 alongside actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, has been subject to a number of claims in recent months.

Giovanni Pernice has welcomed a ‘little arrival’ with his girlfriend Molly Brown as he’s seen for the first time after issuing a statement about his conduct on Strictly Come Dancing.

Following reports that Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice is thought to have left the hit BBC series after 10 years, it looks like the future of another star could be on the rocks. Ukranian pro dancer Nadiya Bychkova has admitted she has no idea if she'll be coming back and is none the wiser about her involvement in the upcoming series.

A former dance partner of Giovanni Pernice, Korina Travis, has come forward with allegations that he did 'horrendous things to her' during their time working together at private events.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice is at the centre of controversy this week, with a former dance colleague accusing him of "horrendous things". Korina Travis, who used to dance with Giovanni at private events, came forward after the Strictly pro defended himself against allegations of unpleasant behaviour towards his Strictly dance partners.

Ex Strictly Come Dancing champ James Jordan has cheekily suggested he might have been a bigger ladies' man than Giovanni Pernice if he had been single during his time on the hit BBC show. James, who wowed fans on the dance floor from 2006 to 2013, is smitten with wife Ola Jordan, also a former Strictly pro. But that doesn't stop him from joking that he could've outdone the loveable lothario Giovanni if his single status had coincided with his time on television, reports the Express.

It has been a rollercoaster week for the BBC’s biggest entertainment show, Strictly Come Dancing.

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin has shared a cryptic post about ‘terrible circumstances’ as it was revealed that Giovanni Pernice has quit Strictly Come Dancing. In recent months Gio, 33, has been plagued with allegations over his tough training methods from previous celebrity partners, including actress Amanda, 52.

BBC bosses have reportedly launched an internal investigation into Strictly star Giovanni Pernice after three former contestants instructed lawyers.The corporation is now reportedly "evidence gathering" in the wake of the damning allegations. A leaked internal memo that's been doing the rounds doesn't feature Giovanni's name among this year's roster of professional dancers, fuelling speculation about his departure. Reports suggest that Giovanni is now eyeing new opportunities on the small screen.

Amanda Abbington has bagged a major new role as the lead in the theatrical memoir, When It Happens To You. The 52 year old actress expressed her excitement about being part of the show.This news comes on the heels of reports that her former Strictly Come Dancing partner, Giovanni Pernice, has quit the BBC show.