Amanda Abbington Gets Support from Ex Martin Freeman During Dance Show Scandal

Amanda Abbington is reportedly receiving support from her ex-partner, Martin, following her allegations of abuse against former dancing partner Giovanni Pernice. Amid the ongoing scandal, Martin has reached out to Abbington, providing emotional support during this turbulent time, alongside her fiancé, Jonathan Goodwin. The situation has reportedly complicated a BBC investigation into Pernice's conduct, with new evidence emerging just as the probe was nearing its conclusion. According to reports from The Sun, Abbington has presented new messages that allegedly demonstrate Pernice's inappropriate behavior, suggesting he "stepped over the line" as a representative of the BBC. A source indicated that these disclosures have made the investigation more challenging, necessitating further discussions before reaching a resolution. The BBC has been approached for comment regarding the ongoing situation. Earlier this week, Abbington was questioned by BBC officials for a second time about "crude comments" made by Pernice. In an interview with Christine Lampard on Lorraine, she described the remarks as "inappropriate, mean, nasty, and bullying," revealing that she endured this treatment for several weeks before voicing her concerns. In a related development, Abbington's home was visited by police following a malicious communication sent to the Park Theatre, where she is involved in a production. The Metropolitan Police are actively investigating the threat, with specialist officers reportedly close to identifying the source of the email. Abbington has been interviewed twice by police, who are committed to uncovering the identity of the sender.