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GRAZIANO Di Prima's departure from Strictly Come Dancing has sparked controversy following allegations of an altercation with his dance partner, ex-Love Island star Zara McDermott. Here is everything you need to know about the incident and why he has been sacked . Graziano Di Prima was sacked from Strictly Come Dancing due to an alleged altercation with his dance partner, ex-Love Island Star Zara McDermott.

According to sources, the incident involved him allegedly hitting, kicking, and spitting at Zara during rehearsals. Following the complaint, the BBC took swift action and decided to remove him from the show . He will not appear in the next series .



BBC said in a statement: "We can confirm that Graziano Di Prima is no longer a part of the line-up of professional dancers for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing. "While we would never comment on individual cases, it is well-known that the BBC has established and robust duty of care procedures, and if issues are raised we will always take them seriously and act swiftly as appropriate.” My intense passion and determination to win might have affected my training regime.

Respecting the BBC HR process, I understand it’s best for the show that I step away. Graziano acknowledged that his intense passion and determination to win might have impacted his training regime negatively, expressing deep regret over the events that led to his dismissal​. He said in a statement shared on Instagram: "I deeply regret the events tha.

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