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Strictly's Giovanni Pernice reveals 'dark times' over Amanda Abbington show scandal


Former Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice shared an explosive message after enduring what he describes as an extremely tough year following the bullying scandal

Giovanni has spoken out since Amanda Abbington accused him of "abusive" behaviour (Image: PA)The professional dancer maintains that although he was a "strict teacher", he never crossed into bullying territory. Other celebs joining him include Loose Women ’s Denise Welch and her husband Lincoln Townley, pop star Duncan James, model Christine McGuinness, podcasters David "Sideman" Whitely and Zeze Millz, soap actresses Danielle Harold and Kimberly Hart-Simpson, and news anchors Simon McCoy and Lucrezia Millarini. Giovanni found love on the Italian version of Strictly (Image: Instagram)As well as Hunted, he is off on a UK tour – and is excited to get back in front of a live crowd.

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