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Giovanni Pernice issues lengthy statement after Amanda Abbington Strictly verdict


Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice has issued a statement after the findings of the investigation into Amanda Abbington's complaints were released, explaining it "was difficult"

Seven months of reading everyday things in the newspaper and not be able to respond because I wanted to keep the confidentiality and privacy of the review, was a difficult time. It was difficult because, you know, reading stuff that were untrue, wasn't the nicest time of my life lets be honest." Giovanni and Amanda (Image: PA) Please check back regularly for the latest on this developing story as it is updated in real time here.

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