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Strictly's Giovanni Pernice misconduct probe could run into next year as 'five celebrities provide formal statements to ex Metropolitan Police officers'


The Strictly investigation into Giovanni Pernice 'bullying' drama could run into next year.

The professional dancer, 33, who has since stepped down from the show, is at the centre of a bullying row after claims made of misconduct by his Strictly partner Amanda Abbington, 52, and two other women. The BBC launched an investigation after Giovanni was accused of 'bullying behaviour' while working with celebrity contestants on the dancing show, including Amanda, Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore. Amanda later rubbished reports Giovanni had asked the BBC to record his rehearsals with the actress over growing concerns about her behaviour - claiming she had requested their dance practices to be filmed, not him.

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