1 year, 4 months ago

Amanda Abbington: The Sherlock star joining Strictly’s class of 2023 – and facing a boycott from fans

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. I could tell you how nerve-wracking and difficult it is doing a play and you could tell me how you find it so easy to rip people’s passions and loves apart.” When asked by The Times last year whether she was outspoken as a little girl, Abbington said: “No, I was terribly shy, and I am still shy. “I was moaning to make-up that I didn’t have a boyfriend,” Abbington told The Independent, “and she said, ‘Oh there’s someone on this who’s moaning he doesn’t have a girlfriend’. They both have new partners now and co-parent harmoniously, but last year she did say: “I’m sure I’ve given my children some kind of emotional damage from the fallout of breaking up with Martin.” In 2019, she told The Times she was frustrated with giving up more work for the kids than Freeman did, and said she felt rejected when the relationship broke down. I’m in my forties – all these things help make you feel less of a woman, less feminine, less female.” She started dating Northern Irish actor Jonjo O’Neill after Freeman, but years later called herself a “fragile girl” on Instagram, saying: “The Irishman has gone.” open image in gallery Abbington in ‘Inside No 9’ Abbington is compulsively candid in interviews.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

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

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 Susanna Reid has spoken out on her experience on Strictly Come …

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly Come Dancing: Giovanni explains why he got ‘frustrated’ with Amanda Abbington on BBC series

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly: Amanda Abbington says Giovanni scandal is ‘unresolved’ after BBC investigation result

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. A spokesperson said that Pernice was pleased the report “has not found any evidence of …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly scandal: BBC’s Giovanni Pernice-Amanda Abbington investigation result finally revealed

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

BBC apologises to Amanda Abbington and upholds ‘some Strictly complaints’

The Independent

3 months, 2 weeks ago

Giovanni Pernice reveals 'exciting news' as he celebrates his 34th birthday with cryptic post as Strictly misconduct scandal draws to a close

Daily Mail

Giovanni Pernice has teased he will be revealing some 'exciting news' in the upcoming days despite not taking part in this year's series of Strictly. It has been a difficult year for Giovanni after he found himself at the centre of a BBC misconduct investigation after his former celebrity partner Amanda Abbington abruptly quit the show last October. Giovanni Pernice …

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly: Amanda Abbington ‘left shocked by odd Giovanni Pernice phone call’ during scandal

The Independent

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly scandal: Amanda Abbington ‘questioned again’ about Giovanni Pernice after ‘new evidence’

The Independent

3 months, 3 weeks ago

Giovanni Pernice 'tried to CALL Amanda Abbington in the middle of Strictly misconduct probe'

Daily Mail

Giovanni Pernice reportedly tried to call Amanda Abbington during the BBC's probe into claims of off-camera misconduct towards her on Strictly Come Dancing. The actress, 50, was paired with Italian ballroom specialist Giovanni, 33, for the long-running BBC show's 21st series in 2023, but abruptly withdrew just five weeks into the competition. Giovanni Pernice reportedly tried to call Amanda Abbington …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Amanda Abbington admits she fears taking public transport as she feels 'exposed and vulnerable' after Strictly bullying allegations

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington has admitted she she fears taking public transport after her bullying allegations against her Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice were made public. Amanda Abbington has admitted she fears taking public transport as she feels 'exposed and vulnerable' after Strictly bullying allegations The BBC show has been engulfed by drama since Giovanni was suspended after his celebrity partner Amanda accused …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly in crisis: Every claim facing the under-fire BBC show

The Independent

4 months, 4 weeks ago

Amanda Abbington's fiancé hits out at trolls who branded Strictly star 'unstable' and vows 'the truth will come out' after her bombshell interview claiming being paired with Giovanni Pernice was like

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington's fiancé has launched a scathing attack against Giovanni Pernice's claims he will be cleared by the Strictly Come Dancing inquiry – vowing 'the truth will come out.' Amanda Abbington and her fiancé Jonathan Goodwin, pictured on ITV's Lorraine in May 2022 Amanda Abbington has criticised the behaviour of professional dancer Giovanni Pernice 'How she was treated – and …

4 months, 4 weeks ago

The five biggest bombshells from Amanda Abbington's Lorraine interview: Star said Giovanni 'hated' her on day THREE, she doesn't want Strictly to end and discusses 'onslaught' of death threats

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington opened up about her time on Strictly Come Dancing during an interview on Lorraine on Thursday. She voiced concerns about Giovanni on day three Amanda Abbington opened up about her time on Strictly Come Dancing during an interview on Lorraine on Thursday Speaking to guest host Christine Lampard, the actress claimed she told producers that professional dancer Giovanni …

4 months, 4 weeks 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 …

5 months ago

Amanda Abbington emerges for the FIRST time since bombshell Channel 4 interview after comparing Strictly Come Dancing to 'the trenches' and claiming the BBC had up to 50 hours of 'toxic' footage'

Daily Mail

Looking pale and pensive, Amanda Abbington checked her phone as she emerged for the first time since her bombshell Channel 4 appearance on Wednesday evening. Looking pale and pensive, Amanda Abbington checked her phone as she emerged for the first time since her bombshell Channel 4 appearance on Wednesday evening In an emotionally charged interview, Abbington doubled down on her …

5 months ago

Amanda Abbington is flooded with supportive messages after bombshell Channel 4 interview during which emotional actress compared Strictly Come Dancing to 'the trenches'

Daily Mail

Fans have thrown their support behind former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington after her emotional TV appearance on Wednesday evening. Thank you for speaking up to protect our women and girls'; Fans have thrown their support behind former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington after her emotional TV appearance on Wednesday evening The Sherlock star, 50, sensationally quit the …

5 months ago

BBC chiefs 'are furious at Amanda Abbington - who they think is encouraging others to rake up dirt on Strictly', insiders say: Actress 'is stopping at nothing to make sure a dark cloud is left over th

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington will soon learn the ruling of the investigation she triggered after complaining her Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice bullied her in training. Amanda Abbington will soon learn the ruling of the investigation she triggered after complaining her Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice bullied her in training Ms Abbington, 52, is understood to have contacted actress Laila Rouass to encourage her …

5 months, 1 week ago

Amanda Abbington sheds light on ‘horrible’ Strictly experience: ‘It’s been really brutal’

The Independent

5 months, 1 week ago

Amanda Abbington says she would 'vomit and cry' after rehearsing with Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice - as the BBC continue probe into his behaviour

Daily Mail

Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington says she would 'cry and vomit' after returning home from rehearsals with Giovanni Pernice. Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington says she would 'cry and vomit' after returning home from rehearsals with Giovanni Pernice The actress was paired with Italian ballroom specialist Pernice for the long-running BBC show's 21st series in 2023, …

6 months ago

Tearful Amanda Abbington is comforted by pal after Strictly's Shirley Ballas defends 'true gentleman' Giovanni Pernice following his shock exit from the BBC show

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington was spotted looking tearful while being comforted by actress pal Sue Vincent outside swanky spot The Groucho Club in London on Wednesday. The Sherlock star, 50, appeared overcome with emotion after Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas defended 'true gentleman' Giovanni Pernice this week following his exit from the BBC show. Amanda Abbington was spotted looking tearful while being …

6 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly star Amanda Abbington launches fresh attack on ‘nasty’ Giovanni Pernice

The Independent

7 months ago

11 Strictly Come Dancing scandals from Amanda Abbington’s exit to Seann and Katya’s kiss

The Independent

7 months ago

Giovanni Pernice's Strictly co-stars distance themselves from dancer as he vows to 'clear his name' amid BBC misconduct probe and instead show their support for Amanda Abbington's Instagram posts

Daily Mail

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice has vowed to 'clear his name' as the BBC investigates 'serious workplace misconduct claims' by three of his celebrity partners. Strictly's Giovanni Pernice has vowed to 'clear his name' as the BBC investigates 'serious workplace misconduct claims' by three of his celebrity partners The dancer, 33, released a statement on Instagram on Saturday night after he reportedly …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Amanda Abbington reveals she has received rape and death threats since quitting Strictly - as she prepares to play mother of rape victim in new role

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington has revealed she received death and rape threats after she quit Strictly Come Dancing. Amanda Abbington has revealed she received death and rape threats after she quit Strictly Come Dancing The actress, 52, quit mid-series last year due to 'personal reasons' amid claims of a feud between her and dancer Giovanni Pernice, 33, before reports she had demanded …

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly: BBC responds as Giovanni Pernice’s future ‘revealed’ after Amanda Abbington scandal

The Independent

9 months ago

Three past Strictly contestants ‘meet to discuss difficult time’ with pro dancer

The Independent

11 months ago

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin shares cryptic post about responding to 'bad male behaviour' rather than staying silent amid her feud with Giovanni Pernice

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin has spoken out amid the actress' feud with her dance partner Giovanni Pernice. Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin shared cryptic post on Instagram on Friday amid her ongoing feud with Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice Amanda, 51, is said to have claimed the show left her with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and has reportedly demanded recordings …

11 months, 1 week ago

Strictly’s Amanda Abbington ‘received death threats after revealing PTSD diagnosis’

The Independent

11 months, 2 weeks ago

BBC addresses Strictly controversy as Amanda Abbington requests ‘tense’ Giovanni training footage

The Independent

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Amanda Abbington ‘requests Strictly Come Dancing rehearsal footage with Giovanni Pernice’ amid legal advice

The Independent

11 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington 'demands footage of her rehearsals with Giovanni Pernice as she seeks legal advice after her sudden show exit'

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington has reportedly demanded bosses hand over footage of her rehearsals with Giovanni Pernice after they clashed while working together. Actress Amanda, 51, was paired with professional dancer Giovanni, 33, for last year's series but made a sudden departure from the show in October, citing 'personal reasons'. Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington has reportedly …

1 year ago

Strictly Come Dancing 2023's most dramatic moments as the final looms: From Amanda Abbington and Nigel Harman quitting the show to THAT romance

Daily Mail

The final of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 is tonight, with fans eagerly waiting to see who will lift the Glitterball trophy. The final of Strictly Come Dancing 2023 is tonight, with fans eagerly waiting to see who will lift the Glitterball trophy Amanda Abbington quit the show Amanda pulled out of Strictly in October, citing personal reasons, and it is …

1 year, 1 month ago

Strictly Come Dancing fans spot ‘odd’ detail in Amanda Abbington statement

The Independent

1 year, 1 month ago

Anton Du Beke makes bold claim about Amanda Abbington after Strictly exit

The Independent

1 year, 1 month ago

Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington quits show after ‘medical problems’

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. “Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly Come Dancing and has decided to withdraw …

1 year, 1 month ago

Strictly 2023 stars ‘gutted’ as Amanda Abbington announces withdrawal from show

The Independent

1 year, 1 month ago

Amanda Abbington 'gave Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice NO advance warning she was quitting the show'

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington never told her Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice she was quitting and he was instead told by producers, it has been claimed. Duo: Amanda Abbington never told her Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice she was quitting and he was instead told by producers, it has been claimed Partners: According to the Daily Star, the professional dancer, 33, was 'really annoyed' …

1 year, 2 months ago

Amanda Abbington is hit by claims she struggled with Strictly pro partner Giovanni Pernice's 'militant approach to training' as feud rumours grow: 'They weren't gelling'

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington struggled with Strictly Come Dancing professional partner Giovanni Pernice's 'militant approach to training', it has been claimed. Exit: Massive amounts of speculation from fans has followed Amanda Abbington's Strictly exit Out: The news comes after Amanda shared a poignant post about mental health after pulling out of Saturday's show and skipped dancing with partner Giovanni Pernice, 33, due …

1 year, 2 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing: 7 stars who left in strange or unexpected circumstances

The Independent

1 year, 2 months ago

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin shares a cryptic post about mental health hours before the star QUIT Strictly Come Dancing

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington's partner Jonathan Goodwin shared a cryptic post to Instagram on Monday hours before the star quit Strictly Come Dancing. Supportive: Amanda Abbington's, 49, partner Jonathan Goodwin, 43, shared a cryptic post to Instagram on Monday hours before the star quit Strictly Come Dancing Axed: The Sherlock star, 49, has pulled out of the series after skipping her dance …

1 year, 2 months ago

Amanda Abbington QUITS Strictly Come Dancing and is 'left devastated after her time on the show was plagued by difficulties'

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington has quit Strictly Come Dancing after her time on the show was 'plagued by difficulties'. On Monday's It Takes Two, the show confirmed Amanda's exit and released a statement that read: 'Amanda Abbington is unable to continue in Strictly Come Dancing and has decided to withdraw from the competition. Amanda Abbington has quit Strictly Come Dancing after her …

1 year, 2 months ago

Amanda Abbington misses Strictly Come Dancing due to ‘medical reasons’

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 Actor Amanda Abbington missed the Strictly Come Dancing live show on …

1 year, 2 months ago

Strictly stars send Amanda Abbington 'all their love' following actress pulling out of show last minute after 'sharing poignant quote about mental health'

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing stars sent 'all their love' to Amanda Abbington after she pulled out of Saturday's show last minute. Missing you: Strictly Come Dancing stars sent 'all their love' to Amanda Abbington after she pulled out of Saturday's show last minute hosts Claudia Winkleman, 51, and Tess Daly, 54 Unwell: The actress, 49, reportedly shared a poignant post about …

1 year, 2 months ago

Strictly's Amanda Abbington 'shares poignant quote about mental health in now-deleted post' after pulling out of this week's live show at the last minute

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington has reportedly shared a poignant post about mental health after pulling out of Strictly Come Dancing's live show on Saturday at the last minute. Message: Amanda Abbington has reportedly shared a poignant post about mental health after pulling out of Strictly Come Dancing's live show on Saturday at the last minute Amanda has seemingly since deleted the post, …

1 year, 2 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington pulls out of Saturday's live show at last minute

Daily Mail

Strictly star Amanda Abbington has pulled out of Saturday's show due to medical reasons. Host and former Strictly pro Janette Manrara said: 'We have some breaking news, unfortunately due to medical reasons, Amanda will not be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. A Strictly spokeswoman confirmed that Amanda’s absence is due to ill health, saying: 'Due to medical …

1 year, 2 months ago

Amanda Abbington’s path to Strictly, from Sherlock to drag show controversy

The Independent

1 year, 2 months ago

Strictly star Amanda Abbington's escapologist fiancé Jonathan Goodwin sues America's Got Talent bosses over TV stunt that went wrong and left him in a wheelchair for life

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington's escapologist fiancé is suing America's Got Talent bosses over a stunt that went wrong and left him in a wheelchair for life. Jonathan Goodwin was left with life-changing injuries after he was crushed between two burning cars in October 2021 during rehearsals for America's Got Talent: Extreme, at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. Jonathan was being suspended between two …

1 year, 2 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice receive standing ovation from judges after wowing with daring Salsa

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington and her professional partner Giovanni Pernice wowed the show judges during Saturday's episode as Shirley Ballas and Motsi Mabuse gave the pair a standing ovation. Success: Strictly's Amanda Abbington and her pro partner Giovanni Pernice wowed the judges on Saturday as Shirley Ballas and Motsi Mabuse gave them a standing ovation Born to perform: Actress …

1 year, 4 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing in chaos as star is struck down with 'vicious' illness just weeks before show's launch

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing has been thrown into chaos as one of the stars has been struck down with a 'viscous' illness. Amanda Abbington has revealed she's suffering from food poisoning with just weeks to go until the BBC show's big launch in September. Strictly Come Dancing has been thrown into chaos as one of the stars has been struck down …

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3 days, 8 hours ago

The real reason why Strictly winner Rose Ayling-Ellis did not appear in show's 20th Anniversary special 'is revealed'

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis reportedly chose not to appear in the BBC show's 20th Anniversary special on Saturday evening - despite her victory with pro dance partner Giovanni Pernice. And now sources have revealed that despite Rose loving her time on the show, she didn't want to take part in the anniversary special as she didn't wish to …

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