UNDER-FIRE Strictly star Giovanni Pernice appears to be making a surprise career move after quitting the BBC dance show. Giovanni, 33, is being investigated by the BBC after at least three of his former celebrity partners made complaints about him . The Strictly dancer denied the claims in a statement , stating that he "rejected any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour, and looked forward to clearing his name".
However, the Italian star seems to have laid the foundations for his new career move a month before his controversial exit. Giovanni has set up two companies, including Rock You Productions Ltd at Companies House, according to the Mail . It suggests that he plans to set up his own dance school academy, similar to former Strictly pros like Kevin Clifton and Oti Mabuse.
Giovanni will be teaming up with Paul Irving, who produced his and other Strictly stars' tours. He is also the founder of The Strictly Foundation, which helps raise money for young talent in the stage schools. The publication reports that Giovanni's second firm is GP Ballando - which is classed as a "cultural education" type business.
This is not the first time that Giovanni has tried to cash in on other ventures, after he set up his own beauty and cosmetic brand GP Vita. He brought out his own range of fragrances for men and women for around £60 a bottle. The ballroom star has also taken time away from the dancefloor to appear on the big screen and could lead to more Hollywood roles.
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