Could Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly result in a BOYCOTT? Loyal viewers vow they won't tune in without him as he's not included in line-up amid 'misconduct' probe
9 months, 1 week ago

Could Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly result in a BOYCOTT? Loyal viewers vow they won't tune in without him as he's not included in line-up amid 'misconduct' probe

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Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly Come Dancing could potentially lead to a boycott from the show. Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly Come Dancing could potentially lead to a boycott from the show The BBC launched an investigation after the dancer was accused of 'threatening and abusive behaviour' while working with celebrity contestants on the show, including Amanda Abbington It has also been claimed that a professional dancer needed three months of therapy after starring on the show alongside Giovanni. The professional dancers who will appear on the upcoming 2024 series were announced on Monday - with Giovanni's name notably absent They took to social media to fume that the Italian had been made a 'scapegoat' and said they would not watch the show anymore in protest, claiming it 'won't be the same without him' The Sicilian dancer is accused of 'threatening and abusive behaviour' while working with celebrity contestants on the show 'Shocking treatment of Giovanni, IMHO all due to a clearly unpleasant person!!! Earlier this week a male celebrity reportedly joined the group of women making complaints about Giovanni 's behaviour Despite the furore, head judge Shirley Ballas has stood by the under-fire pro and will join him in hosting a number of dance classes in London next month alongside Anton Du Beke 'Whilst we know our shows have been positive experiences for many of those who have taken part, we will always look at any issues raised with care, fairness and sensitivity to everyone concerned.'

History of this topic

Strictly's Amanda Abbington isn't sure if people 'like' her anymore after the Giovanni Pernice bullying row which she claims made her out to 'be the villain' - but insists she has 'no regrets'
5 days, 12 hours ago
Strictly star Chris McCausland thinks he knows why BBC Giovanni-Amanda scandal happened
1 month, 1 week ago
Strictly Come Dancing: Annabel Croft says BBC co-star ‘ran off’ in ‘lots of tears’
1 month, 1 week ago
Annabel Croft says Strictly co-star ‘ran off’ in ‘lots of tears’
1 month, 1 week ago
Strictly tour: Another star drops out days after Wynne Evans drama
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice shares sad update about Strictly future after Amanda Abbington scandal
2 months ago
There's no way back for me on Strictly, heartbroken Giovanni tells KATIE HIND, as he opens up on his romance with an older woman, and reveals his sweet message to British fans...
2 months ago
Giovanni Pernice says he worried Strictly claims would end career
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice to spend Christmas with dance partner after vowing to marry her following their stunning victory on Italian Strictly Come Dancing - as she warns he faces 'acid test' from her family
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice, 34, gets a matching tattoo with new girlfriend Bianca Guaccero, 43, after vowing to marry her following their epic win on Italian Strictly Come Dancing
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2 months, 3 weeks ago
Inside Giovanni Pernice's romance with Bianca Guaccero as he vows to marry the actress following their epic win on Italian Strictly Come Dancing
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2 months, 3 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice wins Italian Strictly competition as he thanks UK fans
2 months, 3 weeks ago
The real reason why Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis did not appear in show's 20th Anniversary special 'is revealed'
2 months, 3 weeks ago
BBC bosses fear Strictly star Oti Mabuse will spill scandal-ridden show's secrets when she enters I'm A Celebrity
4 months, 1 week ago
Susanna Reid says Strictly contestants should be ‘supported’ after bullying scandal
4 months, 2 weeks ago
Has Giovanni Pernice found his amore on the dancefloor? After a tumultuous year facing accusations of bullying from Amanda Abbington, friends say there's a twinkle in his eye again, KATIE HIND reveals
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Amanda Abbington hits back at Giovanni Pernice as she insists he is 'gaslighting' her following the Strictly star revealing HIS side of the story in bombshell Mail interview
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice speaks out candidly on Amanda Abbington scandal for first time
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Strictly Come Dancing: Giovanni explains why he got ‘frustrated’ with Amanda Abbington on BBC series
5 months, 1 week ago
Strictly Come Dancing pros transform into Minions for Movie Week's group routine as the show returns after BBC's bombshell report into bullying probe
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly Come Dancing latest: Giovanni Pernice report upholds Amanda Abbington complaints ‘but not all’
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly judge Shirley Ballas reacts to outcome of Giovanni Pernice investigation
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly: Amanda Abbington says Giovanni scandal is ‘unresolved’ after BBC investigation result
5 months, 2 weeks ago
British fans vow to propel Giovanni Pernice to top of Italian Strictly
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Laura Whitmore reacts after BBC shares results of Strictly Come Dancing’s Giovanni Pernice investigation
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Laura Whitmore breaks her silence after former Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice celebrates after long-awaited controversial BBC report is published
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly scandal: BBC’s Giovanni Pernice-Amanda Abbington investigation result finally revealed
5 months, 2 weeks ago
BBC apologises to Amanda Abbington and upholds ‘some Strictly complaints’
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice 'was given a green light by the BBC' to dance on Italian version of Strictly Come Dancing - as he remains subject of ongoing backstage misconduct probe
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice shares a career update after Strictly Come Dancing's return as he insists he hasn't 'quit' the UK
5 months, 3 weeks ago
BBC bosses give their blessing for embattled star Giovanni Pernice to take part in the Italian version of Strictly Come Dancing... despite former dance partner Amanda Abbington's claims he bullied her
5 months, 3 weeks 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
6 months ago
Strictly Come Dancing could be 'picked apart to death' if criticism of scandals continues, warns co-creator
6 months ago
Strictly silenced! Dance show returns to the BBC with NO mention of Amanda Abbington's bullying claims or Graziano Di Prima's sacking as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman 'act like nothing had happened'
6 months ago
Giovanni Pernice gushes he's 'happy and ready to have fun' as he kickstarts rehearsals with his stunning celebrity partner for Italian version of Strictly - hours before the UK show's launch
6 months ago
Strictly dancers are living in fear over who will get the boot next
6 months, 1 week ago
BBC bosses locked in Strictly crisis talks over fears of legal action
6 months, 1 week ago
Giovanni Pernice will star in the Italian version of Strictly alongside axed co-star Graziano Di Prima's wife
6 months, 1 week ago
Giovanni Pernice's ex flame Tasha Ghouri breaks her silence on Strictly scandal ahead of show stint as she insists her romance with the pro is 'ancient history'
6 months, 1 week ago
Giovanni Pernice makes Strictly comeback: Dance star signs for Italian version of the show with BBC still to release result of probe into Amanda Abbington's claims that he bullied her
6 months, 1 week ago
Giovanni Pernice reveals 'exciting news' as he celebrates his 34th birthday with cryptic post as Strictly misconduct scandal draws to a close
6 months, 2 weeks ago
BBC bosses 'in ticking time bomb with Giovanni Pernice scandal as they race to wrap up misconduct investigation before Strictly returns in two weeks'
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly: Amanda Abbington ‘left shocked by odd Giovanni Pernice phone call’ during scandal
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly scandal: Amanda Abbington ‘questioned again’ about Giovanni Pernice after ‘new evidence’
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice 'tried to CALL Amanda Abbington in the middle of Strictly misconduct probe'
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice charges £140 for VIP meet and greet for his Last Dance tour after missing out on £350,000 from TV jobs due to ongoing BBC probe
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Strictly Come Dancing budget is SLASHED
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Giovanni Pernice loses out on £350,000 paycheck from TV jobs as he is yet to be cleared from four-month long BBC inquiry
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Strictly 2024 news: Giovanni Pernice BBC investigation result imminent as 2024 line-up is ‘leaked’
7 months, 2 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
7 months, 2 weeks ago

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