Craig Revel Horwood reacts to BBC findings on Giovanni Pernice
- The BBC investigated complaints against Giovanni Pernice made by Amanda Abbington, his former dance partner.
- While some complaints of verbal bullying and harassment were upheld, there were no findings of physical aggression.
- Craig Revel Horwood expressed relief over the findings, stating it lifted a weight off their shoulders.
In the UK, Craig Revel Horwood, a judge on the popular show Strictly Come Dancing, expressed relief following the BBC's investigation into Giovanni Pernice's conduct. The BBC had reviewed complaints made by Amanda Abbington, Pernice's former dance partner, and acknowledged that while some of her allegations were upheld, others were not. The investigation found no evidence of physical aggression but did confirm instances of verbal bullying and harassment. Horwood commented on the situation during an appearance on ITV's Lorraine, indicating that the findings had alleviated a lingering tension surrounding the issue. The BBC's apology to Abbington highlights the seriousness of the complaints and the network's commitment to addressing inappropriate behavior within its productions.