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Amanda Abbington reveals full extent of terrifying death threats amid Strictly probe drama


Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington has opened up about being called a "liar" and receiving "rape and murder threats" in an emotional statement

The Sherlock actress, who was partnered with Giovanni on last year’s series, issued a heartfelt statement, in which she explained that since deciding to come forward, she has been branded a “liar, a troublemaker” and even “mad and unstable”. Amanda said she'd "never regretted coming forward" (Image: PA)“I hope those who have felt unable to speak out now will be more confident that they will be listened to and believed. Amanda said the apology from the BBC meant a "great deal" to her (Image: BBC/Ray Burmiston)The actress made an early exit from last year's Strictly in the fourth week, citing “medical” and “personal reasons” at the time.

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