Giovanni Pernice insists ‘I’ll be back,’ after Strictly accusation

Pernice was on stage this afternoon with Strictly judge Anton Du Beke for the final stop on the Anton and Giovani Together Live Tour.

“Oh, I will be back, don’t you worry,” Pernice said to loud cheers during a performance at the Lowry in Manchester.

For the majority of the two hour show, the pair did not acknowledge the media storm that has surrounded Strictly Come Dancing in recent weeks.

In a statement provided to BBC News earlier , Pernice’s spokesperson said: “The BBC has shared allegations from the inquiry with Giovanni, who has cooperated fully. None of the allegations carried in the Sun on Sunday are included in any shape or form.

“Giovanni refutes these allegations and denies any accusations of abusive or threatening behaviour.

“He has provided substantive evidence to the investigation, and he remains fully confident of clearing his name.”

The BBC has previously said it has robust duty of care procedures and that it does not comment on specific matters related to individuals.

The broadcaster said: “Anyone involved in a complaint has a right to confidentiality and fair process. If a complaint is made to the BBC, we assess and take any necessary steps to establish the facts, whether there is a case to answer, and, if appropriate, what action should be taken.

“This is all within the context of the BBC having duties of care to everyone linked to a complaint – that applies to those that have raised the complaint and to those that have been complained about.”