7 months ago

Strictly's probe into Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice row to announce findings within DAYS after cops spent weeks pouring over evidence

A verdict on the Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice row is expected before the end of next week, Mail Online can reveal. Sherlock actress Amanda, 50, made a series of accusations and an offical complaint about her pro Giovanni Pernice's teaching methods and has described his behaviour as 'unnecessary, abusive, cruel and mean'. A verdict on the Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice row is expected before the end of next week, Mail Online can reveal The former Sherlock actress made an official complaint about her Italian dance partner after quitting the BBC show 'They've spoken to witnesses and re-interviewed people who have given evidence as part of the investigation. Investigators at the corporation have brought in former MET cops to oversee an inquiry The source added that the BBC is unlikely to share a 'warts and all' account of what they've discovered - and that their final statement could end up being quite short Giovanni quit the BBC show amid the fallout It comes following reports that Amanda found BBC bosses line of questioning 'highly offensive' amid the probe. It comes following reports that Amanda found BBC bosses line of questioning 'highly offensive' amid the probe Giovanni is reported to have made a crude comment about a member of Amanda's family, only for her to 'effectively be asked' by BBC bosses whether the dancer meant the remark as light-hearted banter Amanda shares her children with ex partner Martin Freeman and he has reportedly reached out to support the actress amid the scandal It has been claimed the dramatic intervention has thrown the BBC investigation into professional Giovanni's behaviour into chaos and has 'changed the course of the probe'.

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5 days, 16 hours ago

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'

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing's Amanda Abbington has admitted that she's unsure if people still 'like' her anymore as she opens up on her future following the Giovanni Pernice bullying row. In July last year, more than six months after she quit the BBC show citing 'personal reasons', the actress accused Pernice of 'unnecessary, cruel and mean behaviour' during their time dancing …

1 month, 1 week ago

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

The Independent

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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

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington has hit back at Giovanni Pernice after he returned to British television on Tuesday morning after he was cleared of the majority of her bullying allegations in a BBC probe. Amanda Abbington has hit back at Giovanni Pernice after he returned to British television on Tuesday morning after he was cleared of the majority of bullying allegations in …

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice speaks out candidly on Amanda Abbington scandal for first time

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5 months, 1 week ago

Strictly's Shirley Ballas insists she's 'not there to judge what happens backstage' after BBC's probe findings were published as she says she's 'never witnessed anything negative'

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has insisted she's 'never been witness to anything negative backstage' after the BBC published its misconduct probe into professional dancer Giovanni Pernice. Strictly judge Shirley Ballas has insisted she's 'never been witness to anything negative backstage' after the BBC published its misconduct probe into dancer Giovanni Pernice Speaking on Wednesday's This Morning, Shirley said …

5 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin breaks his silence on results of Strictly probe as he praises his 'amazing' partner

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin has broken his silence after the findings of her Strictly probe against Giovanni Pernice were released. Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin has broken his silence after the findings of her Strictly probe against Giovanni Pernice were released The professional dancer, 34, left the show after his former celebrity partner Amanda, 50, made numerous complaints about …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly Come Dancing latest: Giovanni Pernice report upholds Amanda Abbington complaints ‘but not all’

The Independent

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly judge Shirley Ballas reacts to outcome of Giovanni Pernice investigation

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Revealed: The comments Giovanni Pernice made to Amanda Abbington

Daily Mail

It was the BBC inquiry which has been criticised for being a 'fudge.' And today it can be revealed that amongst the six complaints which were upheld by the Corporation's HR bosses against professional dancer Giovanni Pernice was a comment in which he told his former Strictly partner Amanda Abbington: 'You have talent and you're not using it.' BBC chiefs …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

British fans vow to propel Giovanni Pernice to top of Italian Strictly

Daily Mail

Giovanni Pernice's family and British fans have rallied around him - and vowed to help him win Italy's version of Strictly - as supporters said he is rebuilding his life after being 'shafted' by the BBC. Giovanni Pernice won round 1 of Dancing With The Stars in Italy on Saturday as Brits watching in the UK said they voted for …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

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

Daily Mail

Giovanni Pernice's former Strictly partner Laura Whitmore has broken her silence after the results of the Amanda Abbington probe were released on Monday. Giovanni Pernice's former Strictly partner Laura Whitmore has broken her silence after the results of the Amanda Abbington probe were released on Monday Six of Amanda's allegations against pro Giovanni were upheld - after she made a …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

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

Daily Mail

BBC bosses gave their blessing for former star Giovanni Pernice to take part in the Italian version of Strictly Come Dancing – despite his former dance partner Amanda Abbington's claims that he bullied her. BBC bosses gave their blessing for former star Giovanni Pernice to take part in the Italian version of Strictly Come Dancing. She claimed that Giovanni was …

6 months, 1 week ago

Debbie McGee reveals she has been asked to give evidence in the BBC's Strictly misconduct probe after she was partnered with Giovanni Pernice on the show

Daily Mail

Debbie McGee has revealed she has been asked to give evidence in a BBC investigation into Strictly Come Dancing. Fellow dancer Graziano Di Prima was sacked by the show following similar claims of inappropriate behaviour towards TV personality Zara McDermott, with whom he was paired in 2023. Debbie McGee has revealed she has been asked to give evidence in a …

6 months, 1 week ago

BBC bosses locked in Strictly crisis talks over fears of legal action

Daily Mail

BBC bosses are full of ‘panic and worry’ regarding the publication of a report into Amanda Abbington and her former Strictly dance partner Giovanni Pernice, the Mail can reveal. Strictly Come Dancing judges Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke Giovanni Pernice, 34, joined Strictly in 2014 and became its longest-serving male professional before quitting in …

6 months, 1 week ago

Amanda Abbington is 'deeply disappointed' with BBC bosses over fears they are 'protecting' Giovanni Pernice amid Strictly bullying probe

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington is 'deeply disappointed' with BBC bosses over fears they're 'protecting' Giovanni Pernice amid bullying probe. Sherlock actress Amanda, 50, has made a series of accusations about her pro Giovanni Pernice's teaching methods and has described his behaviour as 'unnecessary, abusive, cruel and mean'. Amanda Abbington is 'deeply disappointed' with BBC bosses over fears their 'protecting' Giovanni Pernice amid …

6 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 …

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'

Daily Mail

BBC bosses are reportedly racing to finish the Giovanni Pernice misconduct investigation before the new series of Strictly Come Dancing starts in just two weeks. The professional dancer, 33, was paired with Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington for the long-running BBC show's 21st series in 2023, but she abruptly withdrew just five weeks into the competition. BBC bosses are reportedly racing …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

6 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

6 months, 2 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 …

7 months ago

Strictly's probe into Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice row to announce findings within DAYS after cops spent weeks pouring over evidence

Daily Mail

7 months, 1 week ago

Strictly bosses 'brace for criticism amid bullying probe as investigation now looks at whether concerns on show were adequately escalated'

Daily Mail

Strictly bosses are reportedly worried that they could face criticism as part of the bullying probe which is currently underway. Strictly bosses are reportedly worried that they could face criticism as part of the bullying probe which is currently underway An investigation was launched after several celebrities including Amanda Abbington and Zara McDermott sparked abuse and bullying scandals on the …

7 months, 1 week ago

Amanda Abbington 'is questioned for a second time' by the BBC over her claims Giovanni Pernice made crude remarks amid Strictly misconduct probe

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington has reportedly been questioned by BBC bosses for a second time about 'crude comments' she claimed were made by Giovanni Pernice. The Sherlock star, 50, is said to have been quizzed via video call last week as she sat down with two ex-Met detectives to discuss her allegations about the professional dancer, 33. Amanda Abbington has reportedly been …

7 months, 2 weeks ago

Amanda Abbington death threat 'being investigated by police as the star is left shocked and terrified' after Strictly bullying allegations

Daily Mail

Police are reportedly investigating a death threat made to actress and former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington. Since Amanda's complaint, multiple accusations have emerged of bullying and abusive behaviour from former contestants, leaving the primetime family favourite embroiled in controversy over how the professional dancers teach the celebs. Police are investigating a death threat made to actress and former …

7 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly 2024 news: Giovanni Pernice BBC investigation result imminent as 2024 line-up is ‘leaked’

The Independent

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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

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 …

7 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Giovanni Pernice returns to dance floor with private workshops amid Strictly Amanda Abbington abuse claims

The Independent

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

'It's war.' Giovanni's fury at Amanda Abbington's sex claims

Daily Mail

When Amanda Abbington tearfully told how she suffered 'humiliating behaviour of a sexual nature' at the hands of her Strictly dance partner Giovanni Pernice during a sit-down interview with Channel 4 on Wednesday night, Pernice's lawyers were watching. Strictly dancer Giovanni Pernice's lawyers are on high alert for any new accusations that might defame him Giovanni's legal team watched as …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Independent

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7 months, 3 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 …

7 months, 3 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 …

7 months, 3 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 …

7 months, 3 weeks 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 …

7 months, 3 weeks 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 …

7 months, 3 weeks 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 …

7 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly’s Amanda Abbington speaks out on ‘cruel’ and ‘abusive’ experience as Giovanni Pernice denies new claims

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8 months ago

Ex-BBC commissioner makes Strictly prediction after ‘unacceptable’ scandal

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8 months ago

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

The Independent

8 months 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, …

8 months, 1 week ago

Strictly's scandal-hit year: Giovanni Pernice's fall out following Amanda Abbington allegations, Shirley Ballas standing by his side and Graziano Di Prima's shock sacking from the show

Daily Mail

It should be a fun and exciting for time Strictly Come Dancing this year as it is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary on air since the rebooted version began in 2004. Fans were left in shock on Saturday as the dance competition announced that professional Graziano Di Prim was stepping away from the BBC production amid reports of allegations …

8 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice misconduct probe could run into next year as 'five celebrities provide formal statements to ex Metropolitan Police officers'

Daily Mail

The BBC probe investigating Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice could run into next year, according to reports. The investigation into Strictly's Giovanni Pernice 'bullying' drama is thought to continue until next year after a source said 'up to five stars have presented evidence' The BBC launched an investigation after Giovanni was accused of 'bullying behaviour' while working with celebrity contestants …

8 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly stars 'banned' from discussing Giovanni Pernice as BBC bosses try to silence the scandal - amid Shirley Ballas' 'unhelpful' gentleman comment

Daily Mail

The Strictly Come Dancing cast have reportedly been banned from discussing the Giovanni Pernice 'bullying row'. The BBC launched an investigation after Giovanni, 33, was accused of 'bullying behaviour' while working with celebrity contestants on the dancing show, including Amanda Abbingdon, Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore. The Strictly Come Dancing cast have reportedly been banned from discussing the Giovanni Pernice …

9 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 …

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Teary-eyed Amanda Abbington defiantly insists she 'doesn't regret what happened' despite huge backlash to Giovanni Pernice bullying row causing 'hardest year of her life'

Daily Mail

Amanda Abbington fought back the tears on This Morning on Monday as she recounted 'the hardest year of her entire life' - but defiantly insisted 'I don't regret what happened'. During the interview Cat touched upon the Strictly scandal which rocked the nation last year, after Amanda made claims about her professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice. Teary-eyed Amanda Abbington defiantly …

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Strictly's Kristina Rihanoff breaks social media silence after split from Ben Cohen

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Kristina Rihanoff broke her social media silence on Friday after her reported split from Ben Cohen. Kristina Rihanoff broke her social media silence on Friday after her reported split from Ben Cohen The ex-England rugby star, 46, and professional dancer's relationship was the product of the infamous Strictly curse after the pair met on the show in 2013 Sharing a …

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