July 21st 2024.
The beloved BBC show, Strictly Come Dancing, is once again in hot water as more accusations of bullying have surfaced. This time, a professional dancer is being accused of screaming in their partner's face, causing further controversy for the show as it approaches its 20th anniversary.
The recent exits of two dancers have only added fuel to the fire. Graziano Di Prima, who was accused of kicking and hitting his 2023 partner Zara McDermott, has left the show after his representative confirmed these claims. Additionally, fellow Italian dancer Giovanni Pernice has also departed after being called "nasty" and "awful" by his former partner Amanda Abbington. Despite denying any wrongdoing, he too has left the show.
Now, the show is once again making headlines as a male celebrity is set to file a formal complaint today. As a fan, you can join Metro's Strictly community on WhatsApp to stay updated on all the latest news and rumors from the dancefloor. Simply click on the provided link, select "Join Chat," and turn on notifications to receive the latest spoilers.
The accused female professional dancer is facing allegations of bullying after allegedly screaming in her former partner's face in a fit of rage. The show, which first premiered in 2004, was initially judged by Bruno Tonioli, Arlene Phillips, Len Goodman, and Craig Revel Horwood. It is reported that the contestant, a well-known name, will state that they argued every day and the dancer would lose her temper off-camera if he struggled with the steps.
According to sources, the male celebrity's complaint, which will be sent to legal firm Carter Ruck by today, does not include any allegations of physical abuse. However, it does criticize senior BBC staff for not supporting him during or after his departure from the show. "The man in question felt very much victimized by the behavior of his Strictly partner," a source shared. "He alleges that on several occasions, she flew into a real fury when he couldn't get the steps right and even screamed in his face. They argued every single day."
The source continued, revealing that the celebrity was left feeling upset, struggling to sleep, and isolated. He also felt that the show did not show him any care or support after he left. The impact of appearing on Strictly has had a lasting effect on the celebrity's life and even affected his ability to work. It's clear that this situation has been incredibly difficult for him.
This news comes after Giovanni Pernice also left the show following accusations of "nasty" and "awful" behavior. Carter Ruck, the legal firm, is currently handling misconduct allegations from at least three former contestants, including Amanda, who has claimed to suffer from PTSD after being paired with Giovanni. The BBC has announced that they will be making significant changes to support the welfare of celebrities, including having chaperones present during rehearsals and introducing new welfare roles.
In a statement, the BBC addressed the concerns that have arisen in recent months, stating that they are primarily related to training and rehearsals. The actions they are taking are designed to address these issues. The Agency has reached out to the BBC for comment.
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