AXED Strictly star Giovanni Pernice was spotted smoking outside a casino and looked downcast amid the "misconduct probe". Pro dancer Giovanni , 33, is being investigated by the BBC following bullying allegations by three female stars . The broadcaster has brought in two ex-Metropolitan police officers to look into the case.
Giovanni was spotted visiting different casinos on Tuesday morning, before departing from one around midday. He was later seen enjoying a pastry at Paul Bakery. Giovanni wore a white t-shirt with a logo that read 'made in Italy', and opted for a pair of Dolce and Gabbana black jogging bottoms and white trainers.
He was seen lighting up a cigarettes' while he stood in the doorway of one of the casinos, appearing to keep a low profile. This is Giovanni's first public appearance since Strictly’s head judge Shirley Ballas defended the "true gentleman". Gio’s former Strictly partner, actress Amanda Abbington , said she had PTSD after dancing with him on the show .
She is being backed by ex-Love Island host Laura Whitmore — who was also his dance partner — and another female star. They are helping the BBC investigation. Giovanni has denied all the allegations and has vowed to clear his name .
Head judge Shirley is the first of the Strictly panel to speak in support of Gio. She said: “I just spoke to Giovanni 30 minutes before coming here and I am going to one of his ballando classes to teach the jive. “He is coming to my party on Sunday.
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