Sacked Strictly dancer Graziano Di Prima to SUE the BBC
8 months, 1 week ago

Sacked Strictly dancer Graziano Di Prima to SUE the BBC

Daily Mail  

The BBC has vowed to fight back after it was revealed that Strictly Come Dancing star Graziano Di Prima is taking legal action against the broadcaster. But a BBC insider told the Mail: ‘Why would any workplace, particularly one paid for by the public, offer support to someone who acted in an undoubtedly abhorrent manner?’ Di Prima, who allegedly ‘kicked and hit’ Ms McDermott, argues that he was not given any advice on how to deal with the pressure of competing in the show. He believes that there is a lot of pressure on professionals to get nines or tens to entertain the audience.’ Graziano Di Prima, was axed from the show last week over reports he verbally and physically abused his celebrity partner Zara McDermott during last year’s series Di Prima, who allegedly ‘kicked and hit’ Ms McDermott, argues that he was not given any advice on how to deal with the pressure of competing in the show Graziano Di Prima with his wife Giada Lini. This paper revealed today that Strictly production staff raised concerns about Di Prima’s conduct last year, but bosses only went as far as to issue quiet warnings to him This paper revealed today that Strictly production staff raised concerns about Di Prima’s conduct last year, but bosses only went as far as to issue quiet warnings to him. Ms McDermott, who now presents documentaries for the BBC, is said to have been ‘too frightened’ to put a complaint in at the time, but is co-operating with investigators at present Addressing his exit from the show, a ‘devastated’ Di Prima wrote on Instagram over the weekend: ‘I deeply regret the events that led to my departure from Strictly.

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Strictly star Chris McCausland thinks he knows why BBC Giovanni-Amanda scandal happened
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Strictly star Chris McCausland thinks he knows why BBC Giovanni-Amanda scandal happened

The Independent  

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Strictly Come Dancing: Annabel Croft says BBC co-star ‘ran off’ in ‘lots of tears’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Strictly Come Dancing: Annabel Croft says BBC co-star ‘ran off’ in ‘lots of tears’

The Independent  

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Annabel Croft says Strictly co-star ‘ran off’ in ‘lots of tears’
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Annabel Croft says Strictly co-star ‘ran off’ in ‘lots of tears’

The Independent  

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Strictly's Vito Coppola publicly shares love and support for Graziano Di Prima five months after the dancer was sacked over abuse allegations
3 months ago

Strictly's Vito Coppola publicly shares love and support for Graziano Di Prima five months after the dancer was sacked over abuse allegations

Daily Mail  

Strictly's Vito Coppola publicly shared his love and support for Graziano Di Prima five months after the dancer was sacked over abuse allegations. In July, Graziano was axed from the BBC show over reports he 'hit and kicked' his former partner Zara McDermott, 27, during rehearsals last year. Strictly's Vito Coppola publicly shared his love and support for Graziano Di …

Graziano Di Prima returns to London with wife Giada Lin for a dance class - four months after he was sacked from Strictly over reports he 'physically and verbally abused' Zara McDermott
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Graziano Di Prima returns to London with wife Giada Lin for a dance class - four months after he was sacked from Strictly over reports he 'physically and verbally abused' Zara McDermott

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima has returned to London with his wife Giada Lin to teach a dance class - four months after he was sacked from Strictly Come Dancing. Graziano Di Prima has returned to London with his wife Giada Lin to teach a dance class - four months after he was sacked from Strictly Come Dancing Graziano fled the UK …

Graziano Di Prima returns to the spotlight for first time in months after 'period of reflection' to share career update after Strictly Come Dancing gross misconduct probe
4 months, 1 week ago

Graziano Di Prima returns to the spotlight for first time in months after 'period of reflection' to share career update after Strictly Come Dancing gross misconduct probe

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima has broken his silence for the first time in months as he teased his return to the spotlight on Tuesday. Graziano Di Prima has broken his silence for the first time in months as he teased his return to the spotlight on Tuesday Graziano shared a moody video of himself walking on a bridge at night time, …

Strictly ‘to axe five professionals’ as BBC bosses ‘want fresh start’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly ‘to axe five professionals’ as BBC bosses ‘want fresh start’

The Independent  

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Susanna Reid says Strictly contestants should be ‘supported’ after bullying scandal
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Susanna Reid says Strictly contestants should be ‘supported’ after bullying scandal

The Independent  

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Laura Whitmore reacts after BBC shares results of Strictly Come Dancing’s Giovanni Pernice investigation
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Laura Whitmore reacts after BBC shares results of Strictly Come Dancing’s Giovanni Pernice investigation

The Independent  

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Former Strictly pro Ian Waite controversially urges BBC bosses 'don't hire Italians' for the show after Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice bullying scandal
6 months, 1 week ago

Former Strictly pro Ian Waite controversially urges BBC bosses 'don't hire Italians' for the show after Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice bullying scandal

Daily Mail  

Since Strictly began 20 years ago Italian dancers have become a staple of the Saturday night show. But amid the ongoing bullying furore, the much-loved former Strictly pro, Ian Waite, has made a controversial plea to ban the nationality from partaking in the competition. Giovanni Pernice, 34, exited the show in April following bullying allegations from his dance partner, Amanda …

Strictly Come Dancing could be 'picked apart to death' if criticism of scandals continues, warns co-creator
6 months, 1 week ago

Strictly Come Dancing could be 'picked apart to death' if criticism of scandals continues, warns co-creator

Daily Mail  

Strictly Come Dancing could be 'picked apart to death' if criticism of the BBC show continues, its co-creator has warned. Speaking ahead of Strictly's launch show last night, co-creator Karen Smith told BBC News: 'Strictly is the best of what the BBC does and people value it, and they look forward to it, and they schedule their weekend around it, …

Graziano Di Prima is seen for the first time since he was sacked from Strictly over abuse claims as he joins his wife Giada Lini at rehearsals for the show's Italian version - just hours before the BB
6 months, 1 week ago

Graziano Di Prima is seen for the first time since he was sacked from Strictly over abuse claims as he joins his wife Giada Lini at rehearsals for the show's Italian version - just hours before the BB

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima and his wife Giada Lini put on a united display as they enjoyed a walk in Rome, ahead of Strictly's launch show on Saturday. Graziano Di Prima and his wife Giada Lini put on a united display as they enjoyed a walk in Rome, ahead of Strictly's launch show on Saturday night It is the first time …

Giovanni Pernice will star in the Italian version of Strictly alongside axed co-star Graziano Di Prima's wife
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Giovanni Pernice will star in the Italian version of Strictly alongside axed co-star Graziano Di Prima's wife

Daily Mail  

Former Strictly Come Dancing pro Giovanni Pernice will star in the Italian version of the show alongside axed Graziano Di Prima's wife. But it has now been revealed that the dancer, who is at the heart of a BBC investigation into claims he bullied his former partner Amanda Abbington, will star alongside Giada Linni, the wife of another disgraced Strictly …

Strictly star Kym Marsh speaks out on Graziano Di Prima BBC scandal
7 months, 1 week ago

Strictly star Kym Marsh speaks out on Graziano Di Prima BBC scandal

The Independent  

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Strictly pro Graziano Di Prima recalls Zara McDermott ‘kick’ that led to being fired from BBC series
7 months, 1 week ago

Strictly pro Graziano Di Prima recalls Zara McDermott ‘kick’ that led to being fired from BBC series

The Independent  

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I didn’t kick my Strictly partner deliberately, says Graziano Di Prima
7 months, 2 weeks ago

I didn’t kick my Strictly partner deliberately, says Graziano Di Prima

The Telegraph  

Graziano Di Prima has insisted he did not intentionally kick his Strictly Come Dancing partner following allegations about his treatment of her. The Sicilian professional dancer revealed his exit from the BBC show last month after the claims about his training of Zara McDermott, a reality TV personality, emerged. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Di Prima, 30, said …

BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood swipes 'I'm really disappointed' over Strictly scandal and admits she no longer watches the show amid bullying row
7 months, 2 weeks ago

BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood swipes 'I'm really disappointed' over Strictly scandal and admits she no longer watches the show amid bullying row

Daily Mail  

BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood swiped 'I'm really disappointed' over Strictly Come Dancing's ongoing scandal on Thursday and admitted that she no longer watches the show. Scottish meteorologist Carol, 62, appeared on BBC reality show Strictly Come Dancing in 2015, and was partnered with Pasha Kovalev. BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood, 62, swiped 'I'm really disappointed' over Strictly scandal on Thursday and …

Strictly is hit by more abuse claims as current and former producers reveal 'toxic culture' of bullying including celebrities and dancers screaming at low-paid staff
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly is hit by more abuse claims as current and former producers reveal 'toxic culture' of bullying including celebrities and dancers screaming at low-paid staff

Daily Mail  

Strictly has been hit by a fresh bullying scandal, after an investigation unearthed new allegations of celebrities and dancers bullying low-paid production staff. Former contestant Zara McDermott has made allegations against Strictly dancer Graziano Di Prima Amanda Abbington has made a series of complaints against her professional partner, Giovanni Pernice Laura Whitmore shared that she felt 'extremely uncomfortable' with Pernice …

Strictly Come Dancing 2024 line-up: Full list of celebrity contestants confirmed for the BBC dance competition
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly Come Dancing 2024 line-up: Full list of celebrity contestants confirmed for the BBC dance competition

Daily Mail  

Strictly Come Dancing is back in action once more as the contestants for this year's series have been announced. But that hasn't stopped bosses from going full steam ahead with the show's latest series which will mark 20 years of Strictly on the air. The star also has history with Strictly, winning the Christmas Special of the BBC One dancing …

Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood admits he was 'blown away' after watching Amanda Abbington tape regarding allegations of 'abusive behaviour' on the show
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood admits he was 'blown away' after watching Amanda Abbington tape regarding allegations of 'abusive behaviour' on the show

Daily Mail  

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood waded into the allegations Amanda Abbington made against Giovanni Pernice during an appearance on This Morning. Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood waded into the allegations Amanda Abbington has made against Giovanni Pernice during an appearance on This Morning on Friday The BBC show has been engulfed by drama since Giovanni was suspended after his celebrity …

BBC bosses refuse to hand training tapes to sacked Strictly star Graziano Di Prima after he was accused of physically and verbally abusing Zara McDermott - as friends say he's been 'thrown under the b
7 months, 3 weeks ago

BBC bosses refuse to hand training tapes to sacked Strictly star Graziano Di Prima after he was accused of physically and verbally abusing Zara McDermott - as friends say he's been 'thrown under the b

Daily Mail  

Sacked Strictly star Graziano Di Prima has asked to see the training tapes where he is accused of abusing Zara McDermott – but the BBC has refused, MailOnline can reveal today. The 30-year-old was sacked from the show after it was alleged footage emerged that showed him physically and verbally abusing Zara McDermott in training during last year's series. Graziano …

Strictly Come Dancing's worst injuries over the years - from a ripped surgery scar to whiplash and torn ligaments
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly Come Dancing's worst injuries over the years - from a ripped surgery scar to whiplash and torn ligaments

Daily Mail  

Although it's one of TV's most glamorous shows, Strictly Come Dancing isn't always all sparkles and fun - and the quest for the Glitterball trophy does come with its risks and challenges. Will Bayley - torn knee ligament MailOnline takes a look back at the most notable injuries that were sustained over the past 20 years on Striclty The table …

Graziano Di Prima 'is under medical supervision and being monitored hourly' after being axed from Strictly following Zara McDermott abuse allegations
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Graziano Di Prima 'is under medical supervision and being monitored hourly' after being axed from Strictly following Zara McDermott abuse allegations

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima is reportedly under medical supervision after being axed from Strictly Come Dancing. The professional dancer, 30, was sacked from the show earlier this month after it was alleged footage emerged that showed him physically and verbally abusing Zara McDermott in training during last year's series. Graziano Di Prima is reportedly under medical supervision after being axed from …

Strictly timeline as Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice axed from 2024 professionals cast
8 months ago

Strictly timeline as Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice axed from 2024 professionals cast

The Independent  

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Strictly star Giovanni Pernice breaks his silence after Amanda Abbington's bombshell interview as he urges fans to ignore her claims and 'wait for the conclusion of BBC's review'
8 months ago

Strictly star Giovanni Pernice breaks his silence after Amanda Abbington's bombshell interview as he urges fans to ignore her claims and 'wait for the conclusion of BBC's review'

Daily Mail  

Giovanni Pernice has urged Strictly fans to 'not pay heed' to his former dance partner Amanda Abbington's 'serious and defamatory allegations' about him, which aired during a bombshell Channel 4 interview. Giovanni Pernice has urged Strictly fans to 'not pay heed' to his former dance partner Amanda Abbington 's 'serious and defamatory allegations' about him, which aired during a bombshell …

Amanda Abbington claims there’s ‘50 hours’ of Strictly rehearsal footage that ‘horrified’ BBC producers
8 months ago

Amanda Abbington claims there’s ‘50 hours’ of Strictly rehearsal footage that ‘horrified’ BBC producers

The Independent  

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Revealed: The scandals which could end Strictly and the ones that are just sob stories from attention-seeking snowflakes: KATIE HIND'S insider verdict
8 months ago

Revealed: The scandals which could end Strictly and the ones that are just sob stories from attention-seeking snowflakes: KATIE HIND'S insider verdict

Daily Mail  

For 20 years it has been the weekly glitzy Saturday night extravaganza which warms the hearts of its viewers in the run-up to Christmas. However, after seeing footage of the physical assault for themselves, BBC bosses privately shared their anger at Graziano with me, using words such as ‘abhorrent’ and ‘disgraceful’ to describe his actions. There is no evidence to …

BBC annual report: Tim Davie says sorry over Strictly complaints
8 months ago

BBC annual report: Tim Davie says sorry over Strictly complaints

The Independent  

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Strictly scandal reaches crisis point as now BBC boss Tim Davie hints at MORE crackdowns and publicly apologises over 'mistreatment' of celebrities and warns 'we'll never tolerate unacceptable behavio
8 months ago

Strictly scandal reaches crisis point as now BBC boss Tim Davie hints at MORE crackdowns and publicly apologises over 'mistreatment' of celebrities and warns 'we'll never tolerate unacceptable behavio

Daily Mail  

BBC chief Tim Davie today vowed a tough approach to clean up Strictly Come Dancing as he apologised for the 'mistreatment' of contestants. Professional Graziano Di Prima, 30, was axed from the show last week following claims he allegedly hit and spat at his dancing partner Zara McDermott, 27, during rehearsals Weeks before, Giovanni Pernice was suspended while a BBC …

Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Graziano Di Prima admits he kicked Zara McDermott
8 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing 2024: Graziano Di Prima admits he kicked Zara McDermott

The Independent  

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Graziano Di Prima 'chased after Zara McDermott screaming abuse as frightened presenter locked herself in the toilet' in new Strictly allegations
8 months ago

Graziano Di Prima 'chased after Zara McDermott screaming abuse as frightened presenter locked herself in the toilet' in new Strictly allegations

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima has been accused of 'chasing' after his Strictly Come Dancing partner Zara McDermott while 'screaming abuse,' in allegations reported on Sunday. Graziano Di Prima has been accused of 'chasing' after his Strictly Come Dancing partner Zara McDermott while 'screaming abuse,' in allegations reported on Sunday The professional dancer, 31, is said to have left the documentary maker, …

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood speaks out on ‘shock’ of scandal engulfing BBC reality series
8 months ago

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood speaks out on ‘shock’ of scandal engulfing BBC reality series

The Independent  

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All the stars who struggled on Strictly: As Zara McDermott and Amanda Abbington call out their 'abusive' pro partners, a look at the celebs who suffered physical and mental harm on the show amid misco
8 months ago

All the stars who struggled on Strictly: As Zara McDermott and Amanda Abbington call out their 'abusive' pro partners, a look at the celebs who suffered physical and mental harm on the show amid misco

Daily Mail  

The BBC continues to face backlash as more and more celebrities are now speaking out about their experience on Strictly Come Dancing. The BBC continues to face heaps of backlash as more celebrities are now speaking out about their experience on Strictly Come Dancing Amanda Abbington first sparked the misconduct scandal last year after she claimed Giovanni Pernice left her …

Strictly Come Dancing’s Nadiya Bychkova denies reports that she has complained about the show
8 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing’s Nadiya Bychkova denies reports that she has complained about the show

The Independent  

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Ex-Strictly pro speaks out on ‘disturbing’ Graziano Di Prima allegation
8 months ago

Ex-Strictly pro speaks out on ‘disturbing’ Graziano Di Prima allegation

The Independent  

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Strictly's Graziano Di Prima apologises for kicking dance partner Zara McDermott as he brands abusive rehearsals a 'mistake'
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly's Graziano Di Prima apologises for kicking dance partner Zara McDermott as he brands abusive rehearsals a 'mistake'

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima has apologised for kicking his former dance partner Zara McDermott in Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals. Graziano Di Prima, 30, has apologised for kicking his former dance partner Zara McDermott, 27, in Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals The professional dancer was axed from the BBC show last week over reports he 'hit and kicked' the former Love Island star …

Zara McDermott's telling three-word nickname for Strictly's Graziano Di Prima revealed... as professional is accused of 'kicking and hitting' star
8 months, 1 week ago

Zara McDermott's telling three-word nickname for Strictly's Graziano Di Prima revealed... as professional is accused of 'kicking and hitting' star

Daily Mail  

Zara McDermott's nickname for Graziano Di Prima has been unearthed after it was claimed he 'hit and kicked' the star during rehearsals. Graziano, 30, was fired from Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday after BBC bosses saw video evidence of him assaulting Zara, 27. Zara McDermott 's nickname for Graziano Di Prima has been unearthed after it was claimed he 'hit …

Strictly's Graziano Di Prima goes back to £6 an hour job in Sicily after 'losing everything' following allegations he 'hit and kicked' former dance partner Zara McDermott
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly's Graziano Di Prima goes back to £6 an hour job in Sicily after 'losing everything' following allegations he 'hit and kicked' former dance partner Zara McDermott

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima is working on a remote vineyard in Sicily earning just £6-an-hour after being sacked from Strictly Come Dancing, MailOnline can reveal. Graziano Di Prima, 31, has reportedly gone back to working his £6 an hour job in Sicily after he was sacked from Strictly Come Dancing The professional dancermwas axed from the BBC show over reports he …

Strictly's Zara McDermott was 'too scared to speak up' about her 'distressing' experience with Graziano Di Prima after reports he verbally and physically abused her
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly's Zara McDermott was 'too scared to speak up' about her 'distressing' experience with Graziano Di Prima after reports he verbally and physically abused her

Daily Mail  

Zara McDermott was reportedly 'too scared to speak up' after it was reported she was verbally and physically abused by her Strictly partner Graziano Di Prima during her time on the show last year. Strictly's Zara McDermott was ' reportedly too scared to speak up about her 'distressing' experience with Graziano Di Prima after reports he verbally and physically abused …

Now Strictly struggles to sign up female stars: As Zara McDermott speaks out and crisis threatens the show's future, things 'are starting to feel dire' reveals KATIE HIND
8 months, 1 week ago

Now Strictly struggles to sign up female stars: As Zara McDermott speaks out and crisis threatens the show's future, things 'are starting to feel dire' reveals KATIE HIND

Daily Mail  

It's at this time of year that Strictly’s casting boss normally puts the finishing touches to her star-studded line-up. Graziano Di Prima has been sacked after five years on Strictly in the wake of claims that he hit and kicked his celebrity partner Zara McDermott Graziano is also said to have verbally abused the former Love Island star while she …

Strictly announce new duty of care protocol after Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice scandals: BBC confirm stars will be chaperoned and introduce welfare producers in wake of abuse and bullying al
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly announce new duty of care protocol after Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice scandals: BBC confirm stars will be chaperoned and introduce welfare producers in wake of abuse and bullying al

Daily Mail  

Strictly Come Dancing bosses have announced plans to introduce chaperones during training, and the appointment of two new welfare producers, after Graziano Di Prima's shock sacking from the show. Strictly Come Dancing bosses have announced plans to introduce chaperones during training, and the appointment of two new welfare producers, after Graziano Di Prima's shock sacking Giovanni Pernice, 33, was suspended …

Zara McDermott: Strictly star breaks silence after Graziano axed by BBC over training abuse allegations
8 months, 1 week ago

Zara McDermott: Strictly star breaks silence after Graziano axed by BBC over training abuse allegations

The Independent  

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How Strictly's Graziano Di Prima and wife Giada Lini had a friendship with Zara McDermott and were thinking about starting a family before misconduct probe
8 months, 1 week ago

How Strictly's Graziano Di Prima and wife Giada Lini had a friendship with Zara McDermott and were thinking about starting a family before misconduct probe

Daily Mail  

Graziano Di Prima has been sacked from Strictly Come Dancing after a probe found he 'punched and kicked' his former celebrity partner Zara McDermott. Just two weeks before his firing for allegedly 'punching and kicking' Zara McDermott, Graziano gushed over how his wife Giada Lidi and the Love Island star had shared a close friendship Revealing that the couple had …

Zara McDermott's statement in full: Love Island star breaks her silence after Graziano Di Prima's sacking
8 months, 1 week ago

Zara McDermott's statement in full: Love Island star breaks her silence after Graziano Di Prima's sacking

Daily Mail  

Zara McDermott has released a statement after her Strictly Come Dancing professional Graziano di Prima was sacked from the show over reports he verbally and physically abused her. The Love Island star wrote on Instagram on Tuesday morning that while 'much' of her time on Strictly 'was everything I could have dreamt of' her 'experience inside the training room was …

Strictly bosses 'in talks to hire chaperones for stars' as they 'toughen up duty of care' following Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice scandals
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly bosses 'in talks to hire chaperones for stars' as they 'toughen up duty of care' following Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice scandals

Daily Mail  

Strictly Come Dancing bosses are reportedly considering hiring chaperones for stars following pro dancers Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice both being accused of misconduct. Strictly Come Dancing bosses are reportedly considering hiring chaperones for stars following pro dancers Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice both being accused of misconduct Pernice, 33, was suspended while a BBC probe is conducted …

Zara McDermott 'passed out' during rehearsal with Strictly partner Graziano Di Prima in 'resurfaced' video after he was accused of 'hitting and kicking her' in rehearsals
8 months, 1 week ago

Zara McDermott 'passed out' during rehearsal with Strictly partner Graziano Di Prima in 'resurfaced' video after he was accused of 'hitting and kicking her' in rehearsals

Daily Mail  

Zara McDermott 'passed out' during Strictly rehearsals with her partner Graziano Di Prima and was left sleeping on the floor from tiredness. Zara McDermott 'passed out' during rehearsal with Strictly partner Graziano Di Prima in a 'resurfaced' video from last October after he was accused of 'hitting and kicking her' in rehearsals It comes after the BBC show has been …

Strictly star Graziano Di Prima axed by BBC after Zara McDermott claims
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly star Graziano Di Prima axed by BBC after Zara McDermott claims

The Independent  

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Strictly stars support Graziano Di Prima after dancer is dropped over ‘regretful’ Zara McDermott events
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly stars support Graziano Di Prima after dancer is dropped over ‘regretful’ Zara McDermott events

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Former Strictly Come Dancing contestants, including a winner, have supported Graziano …

Strictly bosses 'received two complaints about Graziano Di Prima's behaviour towards Zara McDermott last year but only issued warnings' as support for dancer dwindles and his pal deletes sympathetic c
8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly bosses 'received two complaints about Graziano Di Prima's behaviour towards Zara McDermott last year but only issued warnings' as support for dancer dwindles and his pal deletes sympathetic c

Daily Mail  

Strictly Come Dancing bosses reportedly received two complaints surrounding Graziano Di Prima's behaviour towards Zara McDermott during training last year, but only issued warnings in response. Strictly Come Dancing bosses reportedly received two complaints surrounding Graziano Di Prima 's behaviour towards Zara McDermott during training last year, but only issued warnings in response The professional dancer, 30, has been axed …

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