The BBC are reported to be ‘furious’ that details of their top-level, highly confidential inquiry into Strictly’s most famous dancer Giovanni Pernice’s behaviour have been leaked.
Who had a motive to leak private allegations before its findings? Who held a grudge? Who had the most to gain from destroying Gio’s integrity? Yesterday, Strictly judge Shirley Ballas backed the under-fire dancer, saying: ‘The truth will come out.’ For it is only Giovanni being hung out to dry by these leaks, while he maintains a dignified silence.Amanda suddenly quit the show after just nine weeks mysteriously citing 'medical reasons'
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What a tragic end to Gio’s Strictly career. Although he insists he will not be cancelled and, as proof, on Friday began his UK tour with Strictly judge Anton Du Beke who has remained loyally by his side. Giovanni also has a film out, called Man And Witch: The Dance Of A Thousand Steps, and has launched a fragrance for his new brand, Vita.