Inside the Great Strictly Fudge: Amanda Abbington ‘kept going and going’, at Giovanni, his friends tell KATIE HIND… who knows what it is like to be on the wrong end of her
As a seasoned journalist who has covered countless stories of public figures, I must say that this situation between Amanda and Giovanni seems to be a tale as old as time – the drama behind the scenes of beloved television shows. From my years spent reporting on such matters, it appears that Amanda’s claims against Giovanni may not be entirely unfounded, given her aggressive behavior towards me over a simple article. However, I can’t help but wonder if Amanda’s wrath is more directed at the world than any one individual.
Last year, when Amanda Abbington informed Giovanni Pernice that she was leaving Strictly Come Dancing due to health concerns prior to the final episode, he assisted her in obtaining the necessary medical care.
Giovanni sought counsel from her friends to guarantee top-notch assistance, as the pair, who were teamed up on the program just two months prior, frequently disagreed and clashed.
According to reliable reports, Amanda was considered a challenging dance partner for Giovanni due to her personality, yet she demonstrated excellent dancing skills and embraced every challenge. Simultaneously, Giovanni strived to maintain their position in the competition and ensure that practice sessions remained enjoyable for Amanda.
A little over a month after her dramatic exit from the competition, Amanda, who plays Sherlock, confided to a tabloid that she requested access to the rehearsal videos, suggesting that she experienced post-traumatic stress following her participation in the BBC’s popular Saturday night program.
The initial report among several criticized Giovanni, an acclaimed Sicilian dance sensation known for his high standards, for instances of bullying her.
After the BBC initiated an investigation into Abbington’s explosive accusations, she intensified the situation by giving a shocking interview on Channel 4 News with Krishnan Guru-Murthy, where she stated that some of Giovanni’s actions were of a suggestive and sexual nature.
People who are close to Giovanni mention that his frequent public showings often enraged him, leading him to believe that the media was judging him unfairly, not his previous employers at the BBC.
Instead, he opted to maintain an honorable quietude, letting the BBC’s human resources procedure take its course, all while being patient for their findings to make the conclusive decision.
Yesterday, it appeared as though his approach was correct. The lengthy investigation, which reportedly caused Giovanni great annoyance (I’ve heard), spanning over five months and estimated to have cost taxpayers more than £250,000, found the dancer innocent of most accusations.
Among the 17 claims examined, the BBC found six to be valid. Some of these accusations involved Giovanni’s use of inappropriate language and becoming overly agitated while instructing dance moves to Amanda.
On one occasion, the probe concluded, Giovanni put his hands up in the air and said ‘f***’.
Additionally, Amanda’s story was supported by the evidence that on certain occasions, his criticism seemed excessively harsh towards her.
Additionally, it was determined that there occurred two instances of ‘unsuitable workplace banter of a sexual nature’, which were perceived and reciprocated as humorous jokes among colleagues. Although the entire report will not be disclosed, the BBC issued an apology to Amanda for her complaints, expressing gratitude for her courage in bringing these issues to their attention.
The corporation announced that they have wrapped up their investigation following Amanda Abbington’s grievances towards Giovanni Pernice, which were lodged with the BBC.
‘We have assessed the complaints and we have upheld some, but not all, of the complaints made.
“We’d like to express our sincere apologies to Amanda Abbington and extend our gratitude for her bravery in speaking out. We understand that it couldn’t have been an easy decision.
In response, Amanda stated: “The BBC announced today that speaking up about Giovanni Pernice’s behavior towards me was not an easy choice. Since I reached out to them, I have been labeled as a liar, a disturbance, and even called ‘crazy and unstable.’
It is undeniable that the outcome of the inquiry is one that is open to interpretation.
As Amanda shared her happiness, Giovanni’s group expresses that he is extremely pleased, having been exonerated from most of the allegations. These accusations have cast a dark shadow over his career since the start of the year.
In a statement released last night, Giovanni shared with the Mail that he was relieved the investigation had concluded. Most of the accusations made against him were dismissed during the review process.
This year has posed significant challenges for me, as I’ve found myself immersed in one captivating story after another without the ability to respond directly due to maintaining the integrity of the reviews, a requirement set by the BBC.
‘I loved my time on Strictly and made some amazing memories. But now I am fully focused on Dancing With The Stars in Italy and supporting my dance partner Bianca [Guaccero].
I want to express my heartfelt thanks to everyone who has stood by me during these challenging times. Honestly, I wouldn’t have made it through without the affection and faith of my loved ones, acquaintances, and supporters.
Despite appearing very gracious towards Craig Revel Horwood during the probe, which was especially commendable considering his long-term departure from Strictly due to accusations by Amanda, Giovanni, aged 34, who was spotted in London with him on Sunday, has actually harbored a great deal of anger regarding this situation behind the scenes.
As a lifestyle connoisseur, I can share that Giovanni appeared deeply affected by her assertions. According to my confidant, she persistently expressed opinions about him, leaving him in a state of distress.
I have personal experience with Amanda’s anger, as she personally contacted me on Facebook Messenger one Sunday in May to express dissatisfaction over an article I wrote about her.
After discovering me through a social media site, she angrily confronted me about my post stating that it was Giovanni who requested the dance rehearsals to be filmed. Amanda asserted it was her own request and warned she would enlist her legal team against me.
Following our phone conversation, she privately messaged me an apology on Facebook for her outburst. Not receiving a response from me, she eventually posted publicly on my page, urging me to check it. It is said that Amanda and Giovanni had a falling-out mere weeks into their rehearsals, but Amanda maintained they remained friends.
To clarify, they were given a 28-minute audio file from the couple’s training session, which Giovanni thought could support his innocence in response to Amanda’s accusations.
In that recording, Amanda casually mentions that, if she were in his shoes, she’d probably have already hurled me out a window by this point – a hint, perhaps, at her challenging nature.
She admits to her habit of self-sabotage, frequently acknowledging his support and labeling herself as a difficult person. Earlier, it was disclosed that Giovanni provided investigators with a folder containing WhatsApp conversations between himself and Amanda, 52, in which she expresses gratitude for his assistance, admiration towards him, and offers apologies.
One source close to Giovanni said: ‘Gio thinks he tried hard to find common ground with Amanda.’
As a devoted supporter, I’d like to share that I reached out to several ex-Strictly contestants, hoping they would support my assertion that Giovanni exhibited bullying behavior.
It is said that she had a discussion with two ex-partners of Giovanni, namely Laura Whitmore and Ranvir Singh, about the mutual hardships they experienced.
Later, Laura openly declared that she had voiced her concerns about Giovanni directly to the BBC during her participation in 2015.
Even though Ranvir hasn’t spoken a single word, there’s a photo on their Instagram profile showing them doing the Strictly dance routine as the main image.
According to a source knowledgeable about Amanda, it appeared at that juncture that she desired others to contribute, and there was an impression that she was seeking additional narratives to bolster her own story.
Even the most experienced personnel are puzzled by her insistence on casting a shadow over Strictly, a highly respected British TV show that has long been cherished by viewers.
One BBC source remarks, “It’s understandable that Amanda found the show challenging, and her struggles deserve recognition.
Absolutely, the situation has evolved following her concerns to the BBC, and it’s beneficial that it did. Here’s hoping she’ll find peace knowing things have been addressed.
Despite this, there remains an undercurrent of suspicion that the report may have been manipulated by BBC executives to avoid any allegations of disbelief towards Amanda.
According to several reliable sources, it appears that managers convened multiple discussions over a few weeks, aiming to ensure that their responses to Amanda’s situation would demonstrate attentiveness.
According to sources within the BBC, they are hoping the situation has reached its conclusion. On the other hand, it seems that Giovanni may not yet be ready to let it go; it appears he might pursue the matter further.
‘His reputation has been dragged through the mud,’ says one source close to him.
Regarding BBC, Team Giovanni expresses dissatisfaction because psychological assessments were not conducted prior to pairing them with Amanda.
So will he sue?
My friend mused, “I wonder,” adding, “He seems content now [after being cleared of most accusations against him], but once the chaos subsides, he might reconsider his perspective.
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