Did Giovanni waltz away from Strictly before he was pushed? BBC 'investigating serious workplace misconduct claims made by three contestants - as sources say he quit because his future on show was han

Questions have been raised over why Giovanni Pernice 'quit' Strictly amid allegations about 'serious workplace misconduct' while training three celebrities. BBC 'investigating serious workplace misconduct claims made by three contestants - as sources say he quit because his future on show was hanging in balance' The Italian professional, 33, has been accused of being 'too tough' behind the scenes by several of his former celebrity partners including Amanda Abbington, 52, who abruptly left last year's series amid speculation the pair did not get along The source continued: 'There's no hiding from fact the complaints lodged by ex celebrity contestants is not a good look for either Giovanni or the show itself. Giovanni has faced a wave of scrutiny ever since his dance partner Amanda dramatically quit last year Amanda is allegedly suffering from PTSD In 2016, former Love Island host Laura Whitmore said she ' cried every day' and felt 'uncomfortable' while training with him The Good Morning Britain presenter Ranvir Singh complained about Giovanni to producers back in 2020, during their time on the show Giovanni is currently in Dubai on holiday with his girlfriend Molly Brown, 25, who three days ago shared a series of photos with the dancer, referring to him as her 'best friend' Sources have told MailOnline the 33-year-old professional dancer walked away from the show because his future was 'hanging in the balance' Amanda, who dramatically withdrew from last year's competition and was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after the show, is said to have met with Laura and Ranvir earlier this year for an 'emotional summit' to 'compare notes' about their time working with him. It's also thought that Giovanni clashed with his 2018 celebrity partner Faye Tozer Meanwhile his 2022 partner Richie Anderson has unfollowed him on Instagram In 2016, former Love Island host Laura Whitmore said she ' cried every day' and felt 'uncomfortable' while training with him. According to an insider, Giovanni feels like he has achieved everything he can on the show, having lifted the glitterball with Rose Ayling-Ellis in 2021 and got the final several times Debbie McGee previously came out in defence of her former Strictly partner Giovanni The magician's assistant, who appeared on the show back in 2017, shared a beaming throwback snap of herself and Italian dancer backstage Another insider revealed that the BBC are considering commissioning another travel series with Anton Du Beke following strong viewer feedback Giovanni also had a positive relationship with deaf contestant Rose Ayling-Ellis, 29, who he led to a triumphant victory in 2021, with the pair going onto win a TV BAFTA for their silent dance routine.