Giovanni Pernice, the former Strictly Come Dancing professional, has vehemently denied allegations of abusive behavior towards Amanda Abbington. Despite the controversy surrounding him, it appears that Giovanni has found support from fellow Strictly celebrity Jamie Laing. Giovanni, after eight years on the show, has reportedly decided to step away due to the overwhelming pressure he has faced. He has been heavily criticized for his intense training methods with past dance partners, including Amanda Abbington, who left the show unexpectedly. Amanda later revealed that her experience on the show had caused her to suffer from mild post-traumatic stress disorder, leading to further allegations from other stars. Despite this, the BBC is said to be standing by Giovanni and has offered him a new contract.
In a statement addressing his fans, Giovanni Pernice expressed his surprise at the allegations made against his teaching methods. He firmly rejected any claims of abusive or threatening behavior and expressed his determination to clear his name. Giovanni’s supporters are well aware of his passion and competitiveness, which he believes has been misconstrued. He emphasized that his approach has always come from a place of love and a desire to win, both for himself and his dance partners. Giovanni thanked his fans for their continued love and support.
However, an insider for The Sun has claimed that Amanda Abbington had a terrible time with Giovanni, describing his behavior as bullying and abrasive. Despite conflicting accounts, Giovanni remains resolute in his denial of any wrongdoing.
Rumours have been circulating about a tense relationship between professional dancer Amanda and her partner Giovanni backstage and during rehearsals on the show. Speculation arose earlier this year when it was claimed that Amanda had requested footage of her training sessions with Giovanni from BBC heads, possibly in preparation for a lawsuit.
Amanda suddenly withdrew from the dance contest, citing “medical reasons”. However, whispers suggest that the Sherlock star is considering legal action due to alleged post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) stemming from her time on the show, possibly due to Giovanni’s intense teaching style.
Strictly Come Dancing bosses have not yet confirmed Giovanni’s departure, but they have stated that the new line-up will be announced in due course.
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