London CNN —“Strictly Come Dancing,” Britain’s version of the hit TV show “Dancing with the Stars,” announced that chaperones will accompany celebrities when training with their professional dance partners, after two of its dancers left following allegations of abuse.
“And that courtesy wasn’t extended to me.”The BBC directed CNN to Tuesday’s statement when asked for a response to Abbington’s reported comments.
Top London law firm Carter-Ruck confirmed to CNN on Wednesday that it is representing her but declined to comment further.
Pernice has repeatedly denied Abbington’s allegations, calling them “false” and rejecting “any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour,” in two statements posted on Instagram.
As requested, I have stayed silent, but I am looking forward to the conclusion of the investigation and ultimately clearing my name,” he added.
Persons:
London CNN —, ”, chaperones, – Giovanni Pernice, Graziano di Prima –, Amanda Abbington, Pernice, ” Graziano di Prima, Zara McDermott Guy Levy, Abbington, Carter, Ruck, “, Di Prima, Zara McDermott, shaming, I’ve
Organizations:
London CNN, BBC, Sunday Times, CNN
Locations:
London, British