July 19th 2024.
Good Morning Britain host, Iain Dale, recently shared some concerning news about a fourth celebrity on Strictly Come Dancing. This revelation comes amidst the ongoing crisis that has engulfed the BBC competition in the past few weeks. It all started when Amanda Abbington made allegations against Giovanni Pernice, who has denied them. Following this, Giovanni stepped down from the show and Graziano Di Prima was also axed after accusations of aggression towards Zara McDermott. He later apologized for his actions and it has since been confirmed that he did kick the Love Island star. As the investigation continues, a third pro dancer has been named as a 'person of interest' and Nadiya Bychkova has reportedly complained to BBC bosses about the show.
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Meanwhile, ITV star Fern Britton has also spoken out about her experience on the show, claiming that she was physically mistreated by her partner. And now, it has been revealed that a fourth Strictly celebrity has also been left feeling intimidated by their dance partner. Iain Dale, who is well-connected in the industry, shared this information on Friday's episode of Good Morning Britain. He clarified that it was neither his former GMB co-star Jacqui Smith nor Ann Widdicombe, but didn't name the celebrity, leaving room for speculation.
Speaking to hosts Charlotte Hawkins and Rob Rinder, both of whom have appeared on Strictly in the past, Iain revealed, "I do know somebody that was very intimidated by her dance partner." He also mentioned that there have been similar allegations in the past. This sparked a discussion about the scandal, with former pro dancers Vincent Simone and Ian Waite joining the show to share their thoughts.
Vincent, who appeared on Strictly between 2006 and 2012, alongside celebrities like Rachel Stevens and Dani Harmer, expressed his surprise at the allegations, saying he had never heard of such behavior in the industry. Ian, who starred on the show from 2004 for seven seasons, echoed this sentiment and added that the dance world can be intense and high-pressure. However, he firmly stated that there should be no excuse for any physical aggression in the workplace.
When asked about a possible 'culture problem' on the show, Ian suggested that sometimes female professionals can be tough on their male partners, possibly getting away with behavior that male pros wouldn't. He also acknowledged the intense pressure that comes with the show and how it can lead to tense atmospheres. However, both dancers clarified that they had not personally witnessed or experienced any form of physical aggression on Strictly.
In light of recent events, the BBC has announced new measures to support celebrities on the show, including monitoring dance rehearsals. Vincent also shared a personal experience where a chaperone was present in the room during rehearsal because the couple was not getting along. This shows that the show has had precautions in place before, and hopefully, these new measures will ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all participants.
As the crisis continues to unfold, an old interview with Fern Britton has resurfaced, where she made similar claims about her time on Strictly. The former This Morning presenter appeared on the show in 2012 and was paired with Russian pro Artem Chigvintsev. She came in 10th place, with Olympic gymnast Louis Smith and Flavia Cacace winning the season. In 2015, Fern revealed that while she enjoyed her time on the show, there were certain moments that were "grim." She alleged that Artem would physically mistreat her during training, making threats and using aggressive language.
Soon after her claims, Artem responded, denying any wrongdoing and stating that he treated Fern with respect and care. It's important to note that these allegations have not been confirmed and are simply allegations at this point. Strictly Come Dancing is set to return to BBC One and iPlayer later this year. If you have a story, video, or pictures related to the show, please get in touch with The Agency entertainment team. They can be reached through email, phone, or by visiting their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you!
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