The recent news that Graziano Di Prima, one of the popular dancing stars on Strictly Come Dancing, will be leaving the lineup due to allegations of “gross misconduct” against his female celebrity partner, has shocked fans of the show. Di Prima, who has been a professional dancer on the show since 2018, made the announcement on Instagram, expressing regret for the events that led to his departure.
In his statement, Di Prima mentioned his intense passion and determination to win may have affected his training regime, leading to his departure. He also hinted at external influences that he cannot discuss at this time. Despite the circumstances, he expressed commitment to being strong for his family and friends and thanked everyone who supported his career.
The BBC confirmed the termination of Di Prima’s contract after being shown a video allegedly depicting the Italian professional kicking his dance partner, Zoe McDermott. The broadcaster emphasized its duty of care procedures and stated that they always take issues seriously and act swiftly. While the BBC did not directly reference Di Prima’s departure, the seriousness of the allegations has raised concerns.
Di Prima’s exit in such circumstances has had a significant impact on the show, which is currently celebrating its 20th anniversary. The popularity of Strictly Come Dancing as one of the UK’s most popular TV exports has made this news even more shocking. Another professional dancer, Giovanni Pernice, has also announced his departure following allegations of misconduct by his celebrity partner, actress Amanda Abbington.
Pernice denies all reports of inappropriate behavior, and the BBC’s investigation into the matter is ongoing. The controversy surrounding the departure of two popular professional dancers has cast a shadow over the future of Strictly Come Dancing. Fans are left wondering about the implications for the show and how it will move forward without these key members of the cast.
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