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Amanda Abbington: I thought ‘long and hard’ before making Strictly complaint

The 50-year-old made allegations about the behaviour of Giovanni Pernice on Strictly Come Dancing.

Evening Standard

Richard Madeley claims ‘no one is surprised’ by Strictly Come Dancing scandal

Presenter had been told ‘Strictly’ is a ‘wonderful show with a dark heart’

The Independent UK

Another Strictly Come Dancing pro is reportedly being investigated for their behaviour

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Ex-Strictly pro speaks out on ‘disturbing’ Graziano Di Prima allegation

Show has been hit by a flurry of accusations

The Independent UK

Ex-BBC commissioner makes Strictly prediction after ‘unacceptable’ scandal

Former BBC One controller has reflected on show’s future amid behind-the-scenes allegations

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing: Graziano Di Prima admits he kicked Zara McDermott in rehearsal

The dancing show’s crisis seems to be worsening

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing professionals will no longer be left alone with contestants

BBC says production team member will attend rehearsals ‘at all times’ amid concern about behaviour of some dancers

The Guardian - UK

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Strictly Come Dancing: Timeline of scandals involving Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice

Once the jewel in the BBC’s crown, Strictly Come Dancing has been marred by a series of controversies in recent months.

Evening Standard

Timeline of Strictly scandals: From Graziano Di Prima to Giovanni Pernice

The two dancers are facing allegations about their behaviour during rehearsals

The Independent UK

‘Incredibly distressing’: what do the latest misconduct allegations mean for Strictly’s future?

Former contestant Zara McDermott has contacted the BBC about her treatment following Graziano Di Prima’s exit from the dance contest. Can the show shake this off?

The Guardian - UK

BBC to introduce Strictly Come Dancing chaperones for stars after abuse allegations

Claims against Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima have rocked the show

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing is in crisis – its days of being the nicest show on TV are over

As at least two dancers face allegations about their behaviour during rehearsals, ‘Strictly’ bosses are facing a PR nightmare. Can the show restore its reputation in time for its 20th-anniversary celebrations, asks Katie Rosseinsky?

The Independent UK

Strictly contestants support Graziano Di Prima after dancer is dropped over ‘regretful events’

Dancer was let go after an investigation into alleged treatment of Zara McDermott

The Independent UK

Amanda Abbington sheds light on ‘horrible’ Strictly Come Dancing experience: ‘It’s been really brutal’

‘Sherlock’ star has spoken at length for first time about Giovanni Pernice scandal

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Second Strictly dancer leaves BBC show after allegations about his conduct

Graziano di Prima’s departure comes amid investigation into claims about his conduct with a past participant

The Independent UK

Giovanni Pernice makes first statement after Strictly Come Dancing exit

Italian dancer had been a part of the BBC competition show since 2015

The Independent UK

Inside No 9: Every guest star that returned for final episode

BBC series brought back 55 guest stars for last ever instalment

The Independent UK

Debbie McGee defends Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice as he’s axed from 2024 lineup

TV star said she was ‘heartbroken’ for Pernice

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Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing bosses launch new duty of care package amid Giovanni Pernice 'misconduct' probe

The report comes after it was revealed that Pernice would not be competing in this year’s series

Evening Standard

Debbie McGee 'heartbroken' for Giovanni Pernice after star dropped from Strictly Come Dancing 2024 amid probe

McGee reached the final of the BBC dancing competition in 2017 with the Italian dancer

The Independent UK

Former Strictly dancers James and Ola Jordan speak out on Giovanni Pernice’s ‘very sad’ exit

‘There’s no smoke without fire,’ James suggested on the ITV magazine programme ‘This Morning’

Evening Standard

Sally Nugent weighs in on Strictly line-up as show star deletes social media amid Giovanni Pernice probe

BBC Breakfast acknowledged Pernice’s absence from the upcoming series while Amanda Abbington deleted her IG account

The Guardian - UK

‘Numerous serious complaints’: Strictly axes Giovanni Pernice after biggest scandal in show’s history

Pernice has been at the centre of a crisis about his alleged ‘threatening and abusive behaviour’, after a backlash from his former dance partners on the hit show

The Independent UK

Giovanni Pernice axed from Strictly Come Dancing 2024 lineup

Dancer has faced flurry of allegations about his behaviour and teaching methods

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer 'needed therapy after working with Giovanni Pernice'

The dancer is believed to have sought professional help due to Pernice's 'demanding behaviour'

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