The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers from the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year
One of Giovanni Pernice's former dance partners has spoken out in support after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing . The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers from the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year.
READ MORE: Coronation Street spoilers as funeral takes place, affair caught and Joel finds new targetAnd while the BBC hasn't explicitly confirmed Giovanni's axe, that did not announce him as part of its line-up of professional dancers for 2024 following reports that he would not compete. He previously rejected allegations of “abusive or threatening behaviour” and said he looks “forward to clearing my name”. A legal firm acting on behalf of the complainants said the broadcaster is “evidence gathering”, but the BBC has not confirmed any probe has begun.
Meanwhile, his exit has been described as "very sad" and there is a “cloud” hanging over the show, according to former professional dancers from the BBC programme. Former Strictly professional Kristina Rihanoff, who appeared on the show from 2008 to 2015, said on This Morning: "He produced some really memorable dances, I think the show will lose a wonderful dancer and choreographer.
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