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Strictly's Giovanni Pernice Awaits BBC Verdict Amid Bullying Allegations, Cover-Up Row, and £100,000 ITV Offer

Jul 29, 2024, 09:27 AM

Giovanni Pernice, a dancer on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, is under investigation for allegations of bullying and abusive behavior. The BBC is expected to publish the findings of its three-month review this week, with some reports indicating it could be as early as today. Pernice has stated that rehearsal recordings will clear his name and expects to be cleared of the allegations within the next week. Amid the investigation, hours of footage involving Pernice and Amanda have reportedly been deleted, raising concerns of a potential cover-up row. Despite the ongoing probe, Pernice is being considered for a six-figure £100,000 stint on ITV's I'm A Celebrity, with bosses convinced he would be a ratings winner.