Amanda Abbington's Major Newsnight Revelations as Giovanni Pernice Rips into 'Falsehoods'

Amanda Abbington has emerged from the shadows to speak her truth about her tumultuous experience on **Strictly Come Dancing**—an ordeal that feels ripped from the pages of a scandalous novel but is all too real. The Sherlock star, known for her poise and talent, found herself entangled in a web of allegations against her former dance partner, Giovanni Pernice, which she claims left her with PTSD. Ah yes, naturally, nothing says "I love to dance" quite like a dose of trauma, right?

While Giovanni has firmly denied all accusations, the BBC, in a nod to the distress Amanda endured, has graciously issued an apology, as if that somehow makes the emotional fallout a distant memory. Since she went public, Amanda has faced a torrent of vicious attacks—death threats aimed at both her and her teenage daughter, vile rape threats, and even a bomb scare at her workplace. You know, just your run-of-the-mill “love tap” from the universe.

Among the cacophony, she has found support from some of Giovanni's former partners, adding more spice to the simmering pot of complaints about his behavior. Each woman, a witness to the drama, brings a unique angle to the story; it’s like reality television, but unfortunately, it’s real life. Amanda’s recent Newsnight interview unveiled some jaw-dropping revelations that Giovanni has branded as “disappointing,” claiming she "knowingly misled the outcome of the report." Can you hear the eye roll from here?

In a revealing statement, Amanda shared, “What’s been said at the moment out there is just not true." Sounds like the classic “he said, she said” squabble but layered with something far more sinister. And then she added with a heavy heart, “It’s been one of the worst years of my life.” The cruel irony? All she did was voice her concerns—something that should come naturally as human beings, especially for women, who often find their voices drowned out by the clamoring noise of the status quo.

Describing her relationship with Giovanni as an “ongoing litany of verbal abuse,” Amanda recounted a harrowing 35-minute rant filled with name-calling. As she reflected on the complexities of their dynamic, she noted, “There were pockets of time where we got on and it was okay," which only adds to the confusion. It’s almost like buying a dress that looks fabulous in the store but unearths a tear in the fabric once you get home.

In a moment of clarity, she dropped bombshell after bombshell; two allegations of inappropriate conduct—one physical, one verbal—upheld by the BBC. After three or four days in the rehearsal room, the reality of her situation drove her to scurry to producers to voice her discomfort. But alas, after some superficial sympathy and an assurance that they would "monitor the situation," the cameras swooped in, and the emotional storm continued.

It appears Amanda wasn’t alone in her plight; she and other women bonded over shared experiences, validating one another's feelings. “We just wanted to make sure we weren’t on our own,” she poignantly stated, a testament to the healing power of solidarity among women. Meanwhile, former Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore echoed similar sentiments, demanding accountability from the Beeb while recounting her own negative experience with the Italian dancer, proving once again that the realm of glitz and glamour can mask dark undercurrents.

The BBC, positioning itself with a public relations smile, acknowledged the complaints made, defending their high standards for the beloved family show. “It is a great shame if this hasn't been the case for everyone who has appeared on the show," they lamented. But let's be honest: the bold brushstrokes of unprofessional behavior shouldn’t tarnish the blanket of glitter and sequins. Isn’t that what we love about it?

As Amanda Abbington continues to navigate her complicated reality, it’s a poignant reminder that beneath the dazzling lights of television lies a raw narrative of struggle, resilience, and, hopefully, eventual healing. Because at the end of the day, whether we’re on stage or simply living our lives, we all deserve a dance of dignity, free from the shadows of abuse.