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BBC Strictly's Giovanni Pernice looks downcast as he's seen for first time after BBC break silence on explosive claims
09.01.2024 - 16:09 / ok.co.uk
Strictly's Giovanni Pernice has been spotted looking downcast whilst out and about in West London, after a tough week. The 33 year old dancer has come under fire for his allegedly tough training style on Strictly Come Dancing, as the BBC finally spoke out against explosive claims.
On Monday, 8 January, Giovanni could be seen looking exasperated as he spoke to a pal outside a building in London and puffed on a cigarette. He was dressed casually in a pair of black tracksuit bottoms, trainers and a puffer jacket, and if his solemn face was anything to go by - the stress of the past few days seemed to be showing.
Amanda Abbington, 49, who was paired with Giovanni on the 2023 show, quit suddenly in October, mysteriously citing 'personal reasons'. However, rumours swirled of a feud between her and Giovanni, as she pointedly failed to mention him in her official leaving statement.
Now, Amanda has reportedly 'demanded footage' from the BBC of her training sessions with Giovanni', amid claims she has 'PTSD' from her time on the show. Speaking in a new statement, a spokesperson for the BBC said on Monday: “The BBC offers a comprehensive range of support to all individuals taking part in our shows.
"Strictly Come Dancing has always taken duty of care incredibly seriously and there is a constant dialogue between senior members of the production team and the contestants to ensure any concerns are addressed swiftly. "Strictly has a proud track record as a joyful, positive experience where robust support and assistance is always made available at every stage of the production." Some of Giovanni's previous celebrity partners on the show have spoken about their difficult time, with his 2016 partner Laura Whitmore saying that she was
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