December 13th 2024.
Giovanni Pernice, the beloved professional dancer from Strictly Come Dancing, is set to make his highly anticipated return to British TV screens in January. Fans have been eagerly waiting for news about Pernice's next TV role since his departure from the hit BBC show. The past year has been filled with scandal surrounding allegations made against Pernice by his former dance partner, Amanda Abbington.
Despite the controversy, Pernice has remained steadfast in denying any claims of threatening or abusive behavior towards Abbington. The BBC conducted an investigation into the allegations and while they did uphold some of her points, they ultimately cleared Pernice of the most serious accusations. While there were no findings of physical aggression, complaints of verbal bullying and harassment were upheld.
Now, Pernice is ready to make his comeback on British TV with his appearance on Celebrity Hunted. This will be his first UK TV appearance since the scandal and fans are excited to see him back in action. Pernice will be joined by fellow Strictly professional, Kai Widdrington, as they attempt to outsmart a team of Hunters in a thrilling adventure across the UK. The show, produced by Shine TV, will also feature a star-studded lineup including Loose Women's Denise Welch and her husband Lincoln Townley, popstar Duncan James, and model Christine McGuinness, among others.
The aim of the game is for the celebrities to evade capture for 14 days while being pursued by a team of highly trained Hunters. The Hunters will have access to various resources such as CCTV, ANPR cameras, helicopters, drones, dogs, and cyber forensic technology. This intense and exciting show is all for a good cause, as it airs in support of Stand Up To Cancer.
Following the allegations made against Pernice, the BBC issued a statement acknowledging the seriousness of bullying and harassment and the importance of addressing these issues. They also announced new measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all Strictly stars and professional dancers, including the presence of chaperones during training.
Pernice expressed his relief and happiness in a video shared on social media, stating that the past few months have been difficult due to the false accusations made against him. He also mentioned the toll it took on him, not being able to respond due to the confidentiality of the investigation. However, he was grateful that the serious allegations were not upheld.
Abbington also released a statement in response to the BBC's findings, stating that coming forward with her complaint was not an easy decision. She also addressed the abuse and threats she received, but expressed her belief that the BBC's apology was a vindication of her complaint. She hopes that this will encourage others to speak out about their own experiences with bullying and harassment.
Fans can catch Pernice and the rest of the star-studded cast on Celebrity Hunted, airing on January 5 at 9pm on Channel 4. It's sure to be an intense and thrilling ride for a great cause. If you have a celebrity story or tips, feel free to reach out to The Agency entertainment team via email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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