Giovanni Pernice will not return for the new series of Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC has confirmed.
The 33-year-old Italian dancer has performed on the BBC 1 primetime show for nine years.
He was not announced as part of the show’s line-up of professional dancers for 2024 following reports he would not compete.
Pernice has rejected allegations he displayed “abusive or threatening behaviour” while working as a professional dancer on the show, following complaints about his conduct.
A legal firm acting on behalf of the complainants said the broadcaster is “evidence gathering” – but the BBC has not confirmed any probe has been launched.
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