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BBC Apologizes to ‘Sherlock’ Actor Over ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ Bullying Allegations, Upholds Some Complaints


The BBC has upheld some of 'Sherlock' actor Amanda Abbington's complaints over bullying allegations on 'Strictly Come Dancing.'

The BBC has apologized to “Sherlock” actor Amanda Abbington after upholding some of her complaints regarding bullying on competition series “ Strictly Come Dancing.” “It wasn’t what I expected it to be,” she said of her experience on the show, adding that after she initially made producers aware of Pernice’s behaviour they set up cameras in the rehearsal room so they could review the footage. We take any allegations of bullying and harassment very seriously and this review has taken time due to its complex nature and our desire to ensure a rigorous and robust process was undertaken.

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