Giovanni Pernice has vowed to clear his name saying he rejects "any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour". Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Strictly's Giovanni Pernice has denied allegations he was "threatening or abusive" during his training with Amanda Abbington and vowed to "clear his name". The actress who is best known for Mary Morstan in Sherlock, took part in the 2023 series of the BBC dance competition but left the show early due to 'medical reasons'.
However, Amanda later opened up about her experience on the programme and claimed she was left her with post traumatic stress disorder. She has reportedly told pals she felt Giovanni was "abrasive" with her while training. Earlier this year, it was reported Amanda demanded to see behind-the-scenes footage of their time training together.
The BBC are now reportedly investigating Giovanni after three of his former partners are said to have instructed lawyers. The corporation is said to be "evidence gathering", reports The Mirror . Giovanni is facing rumours he has quit the dance competition after nine years on the show after a leaked internal memo failed to feature his name among this year's roster of professional dancers.
The dancer has issued a statement "rejecting any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour" via his I.
