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Giovanni Pernice says he worried Strictly claims would end career: ‘There were dark moments’

Professional dancer won Italian equivalent of ‘Strictly’ months after BBC probe

The Independent UK

What are BBC Strictly Come Dancing's former professionals doing now?

Since debuting in 2004, the show’s professionals have become household names

Evening Standard

Backlash after Strictly Come Dancing pro tells BBC 'don't hire Italians' amid bullying scandal

Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice were booted off the show after allegations of abusive behaviour

Evening Standard

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Cha-cha with chaperones: Strictly Come Dancing is back after the turmoil

The smiles are bright. But has the BBC show lost its lightness now?

The Guardian - UK

‘I’ve never seen such a feeding frenzy!’ Can Strictly bounce back from its summer of scandal?

The BBC’s hit show should be focusing on its 20th anniversary. Instead, it’s having to prove it can look after its celebrity contestants – and their professional dance partners. How did the glitter ball get so tarnished?

The Guardian - UK

Amy Dowden addresses Strictly scandal as she distances herself from Giovanni Pernice and Graziano Di Prima

The BBC show has been embroiled in scandal in recent months

Evening Standard

Former Strictly star who was paired with Graziano Di Prima speaks out on scandal

Former contestant has waded in on the debate after participating in 2022

The Independent UK

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Nick Knowles joins Strictly line-up alongside Paul Merson and hockey player Sam Quek

The presenter has also appeared on ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’

The Independent UK

Strictly pro Graziano Di Prima recalls Zara McDermott ‘kick’ that got him fired from series

‘Afterwards I hugged her and said I was sorry,’ Italian dancer said

The Independent UK

Zara McDermott breaks silence as pal Pete Wicks signs up for Strictly Come Dancing amid show scandal

The former Love Island star recently detailed her experience on the BBC series in the wake of Graziano Di Prima’s axing from the show

Evening Standard

Full list of claims against Strictly Come Dancing professionals amid ongoing BBC probe

Jewel in BBC’s broadcasting crown is under scrutiny following abuse allegations

Evening Standard

Zara McDermott ‘danced with broken leg’ on Strictly Come Dancing

The former Love Island star recently detailed her experience on the BBC series in the wake of Graziano Di Prima’s axing from the show

Evening Standard

Amanda Abbington claims there’s ‘50 hours’ of Strictly rehearsal footage that ‘horrified’ BBC producers

Abbington’s professional dance partner, Giovanni Pernice, has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing

The Independent UK

Strictly should be less competitive but will continue, BBC director general says

Tim Davie says fun and entertainment should prevail amid accusations over behaviour of some professional dancers

The Guardian - UK

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Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing bosses 'considering hiring intimacy coaches' as show scandal deepens

The beloved ballroom show has been marred with series of scandals in recent weeks

Evening Standard

Strictly’s first female pro dancer faces bullying accusations

Complaint follows Giovanni Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice leaving show

The Independent UK

Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood speaks out on ‘shock’ of scandal engulfing BBC reality series

TV star claims he learned of the allegations ‘through the press’

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing’s Nadiya Bychkova denies making complaint to BBC about show

Dancer says she is ‘looking forward to the new series’ amid reports of ‘Strictly’ backstage drama

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The Guardian - UK

How professionals chasing social media fame may undo Strictly Come Dancing

Whereas once it was enough to enjoy a few weeks on air, now many participants are after influencer endorsement

Evening Standard

Strictly's Graziano Di Prima 'made mistake' and kicked Zara McDermott during rehearsals, agent confirms

The Italian dancer has moved back to Italy after being dropped from Strictly Come Dancing

The Guardian - UK

Strictly dancer admits kicking his celebrity partner during rehearsals

Spokesperson for Graziano Di Prima says he accepts he ‘crossed the line’ in the incident with Zara McDermott

The Independent UK

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

Former Strictly pro James Jordan denounces resurfacing of ‘edited’ rehearsal clip

‘The producers loved to paint me as the bad guy and I played along,’ show’s former star said

The Guardian - 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

Evening Standard

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.

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