- Amanda Abbington brands Giovanni Pernice “nasty” and claims he was “awful” to her and other Strictly Come Dancing partners.
- She lodged a formal complaint against Giovanni and instructed lawyers, while the BBC launched an investigation into his conduct on the show.
- The actress quit the show last October and was diagnosed with mild post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Amanda Abbington, born Amanda Jane Smith on February 28, 1974, in North London, England, is a seasoned English actress with a career spanning over thirty years.
She has made significant contributions to both stage and screen, with notable roles including Josie Mardle in “Mr Selfridge” (2013–2016) and Mary Morstan in the acclaimed BBC series “Sherlock” (2014–2017), where she portrayed the wife of John Watson, played by her then real-life partner Martin Freeman.
Abbington’s extensive body of work also encompasses appearances in “Dream Team” (1999–2000), “After You’ve Gone” (2007–2008), “Cuffs” (2015), and “Safe” (2018), among others. Her stage performances include roles in “God of Carnage” (2018), “The Son” (2019), and “The Unfriend” (2022–2023).
Amanda Abbington In Tears As Friends Offer Comfort Amid Giovanni Pernice Fallout
Amanda Abbington, the 50-year-old actress who quit Strictly Come Dancing last year, was spotted in tears outside London’s celebrity hangout The Groucho Club on Wednesday afternoon. She was comforted by a friend, actress Sue Vincent, as the two hugged outside the club.
This comes after Abbington sensationally quit the BBC show, citing personal reasons, but later accused her professional partner Giovanni Pernice of abusive behavior and claimed his training methods left her “broken and in tears” and with “mild Post Traumatic Stress Disorder” (PTSD).
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Giovanni, 33, has denied the allegations and vowed to clear his name. The BBC has launched an investigation into the matter, and several other former celebrity partners have also made claims against him. Abbington has instructed lawyers and lodged a formal complaint against Pernice, while the BBC has launched an internal investigation into his conduct on the show.
The fallout from the series has consumed Abbington’s life, with new details emerging all the time and contrasting claims coming from the two parties at the center of the dance war.
Giovanni’s fans have started trolling her, and she has had to come off social media due to the abuse. The ordeal has also tainted what was meant to be an enjoyable experience for Abbington, who said she was diagnosed with mild PTSD after the show.
The BBC investigation was prompted by complaints from several women, including Abbington and TV presenter Laura Whitmore. Senior BBC executives were so dismayed by Pernice’s behavior that they insisted he apologize to Abbington. The dancer faces a string of allegations over his training regime, which he denies.
Giovanni has spoken out about the allegations, saying they are “totally untrue” and that he is cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation. He has also received support from Strictly head judge Shirley Ballas, who believes the truth will come out and that Giovanni will be sorely missed on the show.
The situation has taken a toll on both parties, with Abbington seen in tears and Giovanni chain-smoking and entering casinos before midday. The BBC has yet to confirm if they are carrying out their own investigation, but the drama continues to unfold.
Giovanni Pernice’s Response To Allegations Made By Amanda Abbington
Giovanni Pernice, a professional dancer on the BBC show “Strictly Come Dancing,” has responded to allegations made by his former partner, actress Amanda Abbington. Abbington has accused Pernice of being “nasty” and “awful to a few of us” during their time on the show.
She claimed that she had voiced her concerns to the show’s production team early on but that Pernice’s behavior continued to be problematic.
Pernice has denied any wrongdoing, stating that he is passionate and competitive but that his methods are always intended to help his dance partners be the best they can be. He has also expressed his disappointment that Abbington did not raise her concerns with him directly, instead choosing to go to the media and the BBC.
The BBC has issued a statement saying that it does not comment on individual complaints but that anyone involved in a complaint has a right to confidentiality and fair process. The broadcaster has also emphasized its commitment to ensuring that all participants on the show are treated with respect and dignity.
Pernice has also spoken out publicly on his Instagram, stating that the allegations are “totally untrue” and that he is cooperating fully with the ongoing BBC investigation. He expressed his gratitude for the support of his fans and his hope to clear his name.
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