Graziano's fellow co-star Giovanni Pernice was recently axed from show
Graziano Di Prima has been axed from the Strictly Come Dancing professional line-up, reportedly due to allegations about his "training regime".
In a statement following his sacking, the Italian professional dancer said: "I deeply regret the events that led to my departure from Strictly. My intense passion and determination to win might have affected my training regime. Respecting the BBC HR process, I understand it's best for the show that I step away."
Graziano hinted there were other sides to the story, as he continued: "While there are aspects of this story involving external influences that I can't discuss at the time, I remain committed to being strong for my family and friends. "I wish the Strictly family and the BBC nothing but success in the future. I also want to thank everyone who has supported my career, both professionally and personally."In a cryptic end to his message, he added: "When the time is right, I will share my story."
In response, a spokesperson for the BBC said: "We can confirm that Graziano Di Prima is no longer a part of the line-up of professional dancers for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing. While we would never comment on individual cases, it is well-known that the BBC has established and robust duty of care procedures, and if issues are raised we will always take them seriously and act swiftly as appropriate.
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