Former Dance Partner Accuses Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice of ‘Horrendous Things’
In the latest scandal to hit Strictly Come Dancing, Giovanni Pernice, 33, has been accused of misconduct by a former dance partner. The BBC is already investigating allegations made against the pro dancer by former contestants. Rumors have been circulating that Pernice will not be returning to the series later this year. Now, another professional dancer, Korina Travis, has come forward with a damning statement about her experiences working with him.
Travis, 29, who previously performed with Pernice at private functions, did not hold back when asked about her opinions of him. “I’ve known him for years as a fellow competitor and he has done horrendous things to me,” she revealed. When pressed for details, Travis declined to comment further. She is currently working with ballroom company Burn the Floor, alongside other ex-Strictly dancers.
According to a source who also worked with Pernice on his stage tours, other dancers had similar experiences. One female dancer allegedly suffered from exhaustion due to grueling rehearsals, while a male pro had a heated argument with Pernice over the lack of breaks. The source added that many dancers have had negative experiences working with him. Previous reports have described Pernice as a strict taskmaster in rehearsals, often making celebrity partners cry.
The accusations against Pernice have cast a shadow over his successful stint on Strictly. He joined the show in 2015 and won the latest season with Rose Ayling-Ellis in 2021. The BBC’s investigation will determine the veracity of the allegations and whether any action needs to be taken. As the scandal unfolds, fans of the show eagerly await updates on Pernice’s future on Strictly Come Dancing.
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According to The Sun, the BBC has launched an internal investigation after three former contestants hired lawyers. Over the weekend, Giovanni, a professional dancer on the show, took to social media to defend himself against the allegations. He firmly denied any claims of abusive or threatening behavior and expressed his desire to prove his innocence. Giovanni also admitted to being passionate and competitive, but emphasized that his actions towards his partners have always been driven by love and a will to win.
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