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Giovanni Pernice in talks to join the Italian version of Strictly after he was axed from British series over Amanda Abbington bullying claims
Giovanni Pernice is in advanced talks to join the Italian version of Strictly Come Dancing, MailOnline can exclusively reveal.
MailOnline understands Giovanni, who 'rejects any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour', is now preparing to begin a new role on Dancing with the Stars in Italy, in a tactical move he hopes will give him to chance to carry on performing. BBC bosses are currently investigating the complaints made against Giovanni, scouring years of footage during rehearsals featuring the dancer, who continues to withstand his innocence (pictured in June) Giovanni's former Strictly co-star Vito Coppola won the Italian version of the show, Ballando con le Stelle, in 2021, before triumphing with Ellie Leach during last year's UK competition.
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