17 July 2024: A third Strictly staris reportedly named as a “person of interest” amid an investigation into the BBC show’s off-screen rehearsals.
23 September 2023: Strictly contestant Amanda Abbington issues a defiant message following rumours of a feud between her and professional partner Giovanni Pernice.
6 January 2024: It’s reported that Abbington has requested rehearsal footage from her time on Strictly amid rumours of a feud with Pernice.
10 June 2024: The BBC announces the full professional cast for the forthcoming 2024 season of the dancing show, and Pernice’s name is not included in the list of dancers.