Giovanni Pernice reveals 'tears' as parents quizzed about him during Strictly scandal
manchestereveningnews.co.ukGiovanni Pernice has shared how there were 'so many tears' shed by him and his family amid the Strictly Come Dancing scandal that saw him under investigation by the BBC.
Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington made allegations about Giovanni's tough training techniques and behaviour in the training room last year after they were paired during the 2023 series.
An investigation was later launched by the BBC and at the start of October, months after starting its prove, the BBC released its findings and confirmed it had "upheld some, but not all" of Amanda's complaints and issued her a public apology. READ MORE: BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Paul Merson issues 'sad' update days after show exit In a written statement, a spokesperson for Giovanni said at the time: "We are pleased that this six-month review has not found any evidence of threatening or abusive behaviour by Giovanni.
Giovanni is relieved that the overwhelming majority of allegations out to the BBC have not been upheld and looks forward to continuing his work on Dancing With The Stars in Italy this season." Meanwhile, Amanda said: "As the BBC has indicated today in its statement, my decision to come forward and complain about Giovanni Pernice’s conduct towards me was not an easy thing to do.
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