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Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke unfollows Graziano Di Prima on social media but stands by Giovanni Pernice amid misconduct scandal
Professional dancer Graziano Di Prima , 30, was axed from the show last week after he was accused of 'hitting and kicking' his celebrity partner Zara McDermott , 27, during rehearsals.
Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke has unfollowed Graziano Di Prima on social media but chooses to stand by Giovanni Pernice amid the misconduct scandal. Kate Phillips, BBC's Director of Unscripted, said: 'Whilst we know our shows have been positive experiences for the vast majority of those who have taken part, if issues are raised with us, or we're made aware of inappropriate behaviour, we will always take that seriously and act. On Tuesday it was reported a third Strictly Come Dancing professional has been named as a 'person of interest' in the wake of abuse and bullying allegations overshadowing the show (Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice pictured)
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