Giovanni Pernice has been papped giving a thumbs-up sign as he fights to clear his name amid the Strictly Come Dancing controversy. The dancer, 33, is battling claims of 'threatening and abusive' behaviour in the training room at the BBC One show - which he strongly denies. Since the allegations, in which it has been reported the BBC has launched an internal investigation after receiving complaints from the Sicilian's previous dance partners, Gio has vowed to 'clear his name'.
He's now been spotted in London today, sporting a Made In Italy t.shirt, designer shades and a black leather Louis Vuitton backpack. The star looked upbeat as he smiled for the cameras, giving a thumbs-up as he flashed his 'Never Give Up' tattoo.
The dancer then checked his phone, as he left dance rehearsals for his show with Strictly judge, Anton Du Beke. Giovanni Pernice declares love for new girlfriend as he throws his arms around her Giovanni Pernice has been papped giving a thumbs up as he fights to clear his name amid the Strictly Come Dancing controversy ( Image: CLICK NEWS AND MEDIA) Anton, who has also worked with pal Gio on their BBC travel show, was also all smiles as he departed from the first day of rehearsals with the embattled Strictly star. The pair left just minutes apart, heading in separate directions.
Gio, who is facing ‘abusive behaviour’ allegations from previous celebrity dance partners, including Sherlock star, Amanda Abbington, took to Instagram to share a video with Anton a.