Giovanni Pernice Feared It Was Over Amid Amanda Abbington Strictly Scandal
Giovanni Pernice opens up about the turmoil following his Strictly Come Dancing scandal with Amanda Abbington and his plans for the future
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London: Giovanni Pernice has been through a rough patch lately. He recently talked about the tough times he faced after the Strictly Come Dancing scandal with Amanda Abbington. They were paired up in the 2023 series, but things took a turn when Amanda made complaints against him, leading to a BBC investigation.
At 34, Giovanni admitted he was scared he might lose everything due to the bullying allegations. Amanda, 50, left the show in October 2023, claiming he was “abusive” towards her. The investigation found some of her complaints valid, but it didn’t conclude that he physically harmed her. Giovanni insists he was just a strict teacher, not a bully.
He’s now gearing up to return to UK TV for the first time since leaving Strictly last summer. He’ll be on the new season of Celebrity Hunted, starting January 5. Reflecting on the past year, Giovanni shared with the Mirror that he had some dark moments, feeling like his career was over. He even joked that he wanted 2024 to “f**k off” because he was so ready to move on.
The BBC apologized to Amanda in September after confirming some of her complaints about verbal bullying. Giovanni said he tried to stay calm during the storm, knowing the truth about himself. He believes the experience has made him stronger and more determined to take life one day at a time.
He’s always been competitive, whether it’s dancing or playing cards with friends. Giovanni feels that this drive helps him face challenges. He’s excited to be back on British TV and has some fun plans for Celebrity Hunted, including a memorable pizza delivery to the contestants’ homes.
After winning the Italian version of Strictly and falling for his dance partner, Giovanni’s luck seems to be changing. He’s also planning a UK tour, which he says will be emotional since it’ll be his last. At 35, he feels it’s time for a break after a decade in the spotlight.
Looking ahead, Giovanni has dreams of acting and singing. He knows he needs to improve his English first, but he’s ready to take on new challenges. It sounds like he’s got a lot on his plate, but he’s eager to reconnect with his fans and see what the future holds.
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