Overview
For nearly two decades, “Strictly Come Dancing” has entertained viewers in Britain with its dazzling dance routines. Originating in 2004, the show pairs professional ballroom dancers with celebrities from various fields, leading to captivating weekly performances.
Format
The format of the show involves intense training sessions for the amateur dancers as they prepare for the live performances. Over the years, the show has been adapted in 61 countries, including the U.S., under the title “Dancing With the Stars.”
Recent Controversy
Recently, “Strictly Come Dancing” has been embroiled in controversy due to allegations of abusive behavior by two professional male dancers towards their female partners. Former contestant Amanda Abbington, known for her role in “Sherlock,” has spoken out about her negative experience with her dance partner, Giovanni Pernice.
Abbington has accused Pernice of displaying bullying and aggressive behavior during rehearsals. She described the environment as abusive, cruel, and mean. While details of the alleged behavior have not been fully disclosed due to an ongoing BBC investigation, Abbington has indicated that she raised concerns with producers before filing an official complaint.
She mentioned the existence of 50 hours of rehearsal footage that could support her claims, though this material has not been released to the public.
