GIOVANNI Pernice is determined to clear his name after a string of allegations from former dance partners. The under-fire dancer , 33, quit Strictly Come Dancing this month amid the claims – but now plans to fight back and has hired top lawyers to help. Gio, who was spotted leaving his home today laden with bags , has recruited defamation big hitters Schillings to fight his corner against his accusers' legal rivals Carter Ruck Sources close to Gio said: “Giovanni remains adamant he’s done nothing wrong bar being a perfectionist, and a hard taskmaster .
“He wants to hear what allegations these claimants have against him but is adamant he will clear his name. "The only substantive claim against him to date is that he stomped on someone’s foot — he believes this is an occupational hazard and he’s done nothing intentionally wrong. “He’s come out all guns blazing so it’ll be fascinating to see what evidence the other camp have.
” They added: “But Carter Ruck wouldn’t have taken on this case if they didn’t believe any wrongdoing was involved. "Whatever happens, the BBC is under huge pressure to ensure this mess never, ever happens again if the show is to remain on air in its current form.” In a statement, a spokesman for Giovanni confirmed Schillings, which, apart from the royals, has represented JK Rowling , Brad Pitt , Naomi Campbell and Liz Hurley, is acting for him.
The statement also confirmed for the first time the BBC was investigating. The spoke.