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Giovanni Pernice on returning to Strictly
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice has admitted that he "would love" to return to the BBC show after stepping away from his role last year.
However, he claims that he is "upset" as he thinks that producers will not allow his return and the decision is "out of his hands".
In a candid admission, the 34-year-old Italian dancer told the Mail on Sunday: “I would love to go back to Strictly because Strictly changed my life. It is a massive show, but I don’t think they’re going to have me back. They’re not."
He added: "I’m upset as well. It’s been a great, great, great ten years. I achieved everything. But it’s not my choice, it’s not my decision."
Giovanni was suspended from the show after his 2023 partner Amanda Abbington made a complaint about his conduct - which was partially upheld following an investigation.
Six out of the 17 allegations against Giovanni were upheld, but not the "more serious" ones such as physical violence and threatening and intimidating behaviour.
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