October 28th 2024.
Last year, in the line-up of the popular show Strictly Come Dancing, Amanda Abbington was paired with professional dancer Giovanni Pernice. However, their partnership was short-lived as Amanda decided to quit the show due to some serious allegations she made against Giovanni. Now, it has been reported that the former contestant is set to meet with BBC bosses to discuss their handling of the investigation into the show's bullying scandal.
According to sources, Amanda, who is known for her role in Sherlock, is determined to get answers for the unanswered questions she still has about the investigation. She wants to address the issues and concerns she had during her time on the show and make sure that her voice is heard. She is set to meet with BBC executives tomorrow and is going in with a serious attitude.
A source close to Amanda revealed that she had a terrible time on Strictly and while she appreciates the BBC for apologizing to her, there are still some things that she wants to go over. The meeting will bring up a lot of old memories that Amanda finds incredibly traumatic, but she is determined to get the closure she needs. The source also added that Giovanni is also expected to meet with the BBC in the coming weeks.
Last year, Amanda pulled out of the show after just five weeks, citing personal reasons. However, she later revealed that she had been subjected to a toxic and bullying environment by her dance partner Giovanni. The BBC conducted a months-long investigation into these claims and while they did not find any evidence of physical aggression, they did uphold some complaints of verbal bullying and harassment.
Following the investigation, the BBC issued an apology to Amanda and she opened up about her plans to sue. She stated that she wanted to take the time to review the report with her advisors before deciding on her next steps. Sources close to the actress revealed that she is delighted and relieved that some of her accusations were upheld, but she feels like she has been through hell and back and has lost work as a result of speaking out.
The Sherlock actress is now considering taking further action against the BBC for damages and loss of earnings. She was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of her experience on the show. On the other hand, Giovanni, in his first TV interview since the verdict, expressed his relief and stated that he wanted his side of the story to be heard.
After concluding their probe, the BBC issued a statement apologizing to Amanda for the ordeal she went through and thanking her for coming forward. They also stated that they take allegations of bullying and harassment very seriously and have assessed the complaints, upholding some but not all. The BBC also mentioned that they want the show to be a joyous and transformative experience for everyone involved.
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