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Strictly star Kristina Rihanoff gives full backing to Giovanni Pernice amid shock scandal: ‘Definitely not the Gio I know’

Former Strictly dancer Kristina Rihanoff has defended fellow dancer Giovanni Pernice after more allegations over his conduct.

More allegations over Giovanni’s conduct have been raised (Credit: BBC) Following the continuous accusations, 2019 winner Stacey Dooley revealed that she doesn’t “have a friendship with Giovanni.” She also stated that she hopes “all of the women involved are OK.” Former EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis, who won the glitterball trophy in 2021 alongside Giovanni, is said to be “really shocked” by the claims. Reports have revealed that Strictly’s professional dancers are concerned about the lack of detailed psychological assessments for the contestants who sign up.

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