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Amanda Abbington reveals she quit Strictly due to cancer scare

The 50-year-old actress left the show for “personal reasons” in October 2023

Evening Standard

Amanda Abbington was brave enough to complain. She shouldn’t shrink from admitting it

Women are no longer afraid to be branded scolds – it’s time we had the courage of our convictions

The Guardian - UK

Giovanni Pernice 'plans' Strictly return in wake of Amanda Abbington investigation

The pro-dancer saw 11 of the 17 allegations made against him by the Sherlock actress dropped by the BBC

Evening Standard

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Strictly judge Shirley Ballas reacts to outcome of Giovanni Pernice investigation

Ballas had previously defended the dancer during his investigation by the BBC

The Independent UK

Strictly scandal: Giovanni Pernice accuses Amanda Abbington of 'spreading false claims' in Newsnight interview

Sherlock star Abbington details graphic 'sexual gesture' claim against Pernice

Evening Standard

Amanda Abbington makes surprise claim about BBC’s Strictly scandal result

‘There are still things in there that are unresolved,’ show’s former contestant said

The Independent UK

Sherlock producer says Benedict Cumberbatch show will return – on one condition

’There is a future for it,’ acclaimed drama’s producer said

The Independent UK

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Strictly Come Dancing’s summer of scandal is not over yet – its future remains in the balance

The BBC series must prove it’s in a new era – otherwise it might lose its sparkle for good, says Katie Rosseinsky

The Independent UK

Laura Whitmore breaks silence after BBC rules on Strictly bullying probe of ex partner Giovanni Pernice

The former Love Island host was one of the first celebrities to speak out in support of Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington when she made her claims against the Italian dancer

Evening Standard

Laura Whitmore reacts after BBC shares results of Strictly Come Dancing’s Giovanni Pernice investigation

Presenter was one of the stars who took part in the BBC’s investigation into Pernice’s conduct

The Independent UK

Strictly Come Dancing: Amanda Abbington 'could sue BBC for damages' after apology

The BBC upheld some of the actress’s complaints about time on the show but cleared Giovanni Pernice of allegations of physical aggression

Evening Standard

Amanda Abbington's fiancé shares support after BBC reveals results of Strictly bullying investigation

The one-time Britain's Got Talent star and former escapologist has been by the Sherlock star’s side throughout the six-month investigation

Evening Standard

Dan Walker stirs BBC Strictly 'fix' controversy weighing in on Nadiya Bychkova's shock exit

The former BBC Breakfast host has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Bychkova and her celebrity partner Tom Dean's elimination

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing latest: Giovanni Pernice report upholds Abbington complaints ‘but not all’

Broadcaster says it takes any allegations of bullying and harassment ‘very seriously’ as it publishes long-awaited report

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Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing: Amanda Abbington 'vindicated' as BBC upholds 'some' complaints against Giovanni Pernice

Amanda Abbington claimed she was subject to a ‘toxic environment’ and ‘inappropriate, mean, nasty bullying’

The Independent UK

Giovanni Pernice explains why he got ‘frustrated’ with Amanda Abbington on Strictly Come Dancing

Italian dancer has reflected on his his rehearsal room behaviour after the BBC investigation result

Evening Standard

Memorable celeb reality TV walk offs as John Barrowman quits SAS show after half an hour

John Barrowman only lasted 32 minutes at Celebrity SAS base camp, announcing: ‘It’s not for me’

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing couple reprimanded by concerned BBC ahead of live show

Strictly bosses have shared strict rules with new cast amid ongoing bullying allegations

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Evening Standard

Backlash after Strictly Come Dancing pro tells BBC 'don't hire Italians' amid bullying scandal

Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice were booted off the show after allegations of abusive behaviour

The Conversation

Strictly: three ways the show can make things better for all dancers

With a new series of Strictly Come Dancing just getting started on BBC1, much of the media build-up to this year’s show has focused on reports of threatening and abusive rehearsal room behaviour by two professional dancers towards their celebrity partners.

Evening Standard

Former Strictly star says why she's 'glad' pro-dancer doesn't have a partner on 2024 show

Strictly 2024 kicked off with surprising pairings and a slump in ratings

Evening Standard

Nearly a million fewer viewers tune in for Strictly Come Dancing launch show

Nearly a million fewer viewers tuned in to watch Strictly Come Dancing launch compared with last year

The Guardian - UK

Cha-cha with chaperones: Strictly Come Dancing is back after the turmoil

The smiles are bright. But has the BBC show lost its lightness now?

The Guardian - UK

Strictly Come Dancing: the launch show – as it happened

After a summer of scandal, the BBC’s flagship sparkle-fest got back underway. As 15 brave new celebrities were paired with their pros, who looked promising? Who looked plodding? And could the show restore its sparkle?

Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing co-creator says criticising show could end up killing it

The long-running dance show returns for its 20th anniversary.

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