Amanda Abbington reportedly told pals she felt Giovanni was 'abrasive' with her while training
Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has denied allegations that he was 'threatening or abusive' during training sessions with Amanda Abbington and vowed to 'clear his name'. Sherlock star Amanda took part in last year's series of the BBC show, but withdrew from the dance competition citing 'medical reasons'.
Earlier this year, it was reported Amanda had demanded to see behind-the-scenes footage of their time training together. The BBC are now reportedly investigating Giovanni after three of his former partners are said to have instructed lawyers. The corporation is said to be "evidence gathering". Giovanni is facing rumours he has quit the dance competition after nine years on the show after a leaked internal memo failed to feature his name among this year's roster of professional dancers. The dancer has issued a statement "rejecting any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour" via his Instagram account.
In a separate statement to The Sun, Giovanni added how it has "come from a place of love and wanting to win". However, a source told The Sun that Amanda had a "terrible time" with Giovanni and felt that his behaviour was "bullying and abrasive".
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