- Giovanni Pernice has said the BBC investigation into Amanda Abbington's allegations of bullying and harassment on Strictly Come Dancing was “the right thing to do”.
- The broadcaster upheld six of the 16 allegations made by Abbington, while clearing Pernice of the 10 most serious accusations.
- Pernice told GB News that that there was a “personality clash” between the pair and described experiencing “dark times” and isolation after leaving the flagship BBC show.
- He said: “Some of the allegations were just not very important to uphold, but I guess they had to do it.”
- A spokesperson for Abbington criticised Pernice's comments, pointing out that the BBC apologised to her and paid her substantial compensation following the investigation.
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