Giovanni Pernice opens up about struggles during Strictly scandal

Giovanni Pernice opens up about the difficult period he faced following the controversy surrounding his time on Strictly Come Dancing, admitting that he feared it could mark the end of his career. The Italian dancer’s departure from the show came after complaints from his 2023 partner, actress Amanda Abbington, who alleged that she suffered from PTSD as a result of their partnership.

In a revealing interview, Giovanni reflected on the past year, describing it as filled with “dark moments.” After Amanda accused him of inappropriate behavior behind the scenes, the BBC conducted a thorough investigation. Although Giovanni was cleared of the most serious allegations, including physical aggression, six other claims related to verbal bullying and harassment were upheld.

During the interview, Giovanni candidly shared his feelings about the tumultuous time. He recalled, “I’m not going to lie, there were dark moments when I thought this could be the end of my career. Sorry for my language, but 2024 can take a hike. I’ve been waiting for it to be over.” He emphasized that despite Amanda’s continuous interviews and claims, he remained calm internally because he knew the truth.

Despite the challenges, Giovanni managed to find success in Italy, where he participated in the local version of Strictly Come Dancing and won the competition. In a brighter note, Giovanni’s personal life seems to be on the upswing as he is currently in a relationship with Bianca Guaccero. They made their connection public during their joint appearance on the Italian show, making it all the way to the finals.

Bianca, who is nine years his senior at 43, was previously married to Italian film director Dario Acocella from 2013 to 2017. Giovanni recently hinted at a potential engagement, stating, “If we win the show, I’ll seriously think about asking Bianca to marry me.”

This year has certainly been a rollercoaster for Giovanni Pernice, filled with both challenges and promising new beginnings, and fans are eager to see what the future holds for him.