Strictly's Gorka breaks silence on Giovanni Pernice in awkward GMB chat

STRICTLY’s Gorka Marquez has broken his silence on the Giovanni Pernice scandal on today’s Good Morning Britain.

The program’s professional dancers were instructed to remain silent as Giovanni exited, as part of the ongoing investigation into his behavior in the practice room, following complaints from Amanda Abbington and three other alumni celebrity the partners.

Gorka Marquez broke his silence on Giovanni Pernice’s strict exitCredit: ITV

Strictly’s Karen Hauer and Gorka promoted their new show SpeakeasyCredit: ITV

Giovanni Pernice set to join Italian group Dancing With The StarsCredit: ITV

But appearing on Today’s GMB with co-star Karen Hauer, he couldn’t deflect the subject when asked by Adil Ray and Susanna Reid.

The Spaniard did his best to be as vague as possible in an awkward moment during an otherwise jovial interview to promote his upcoming show, Speakeasy.

He said: “I think it’s like when Aljaž (Škorjanec) leaves or like when Anton (Du Beke) decides to become a judge, everyone plays an important role in the show, so when someone decides to leave or change careers… it’s sad for everyone.”

When asked if he was still in contact with Giovanni, Gorka replied: “Yes, sometimes we talk. Obviously he’s so busy, I’m busy, he’s on tour at the moment with Anton.”

This comes after a dancer on the show told us that the actors weren’t allowed to talk about Giovanni.

The pro, who we are not naming, said: “I have no right to comment. We’ve been told not to talk about it until after Strictly’s official statement.

On Sunday night, another Strictly pro, Lauren Oakley, broke ranks and showed her support for Giovanni.

Prom star Lauren attended Giovanni’s new show with Anton Du Beke.

The 33-year-old posted from the audience and shared a photo from the show’s schedule with three love interests. hearts.

Lauren’s support for Giovanni comes after The Sun revealed Amanda Abbington called the police after being bombarded with death threats from trolls.

The 50-year-old actress receives dozens of horrible messages every day from fans of her ex-dance partner, whom she accuses of intimidation behavior.

Last week, Giovanni released a statement pledging to clear his name after a male Strictly star became the fourth contestant to complain to the Beeb.

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The dancer said: “As you know, I have always rejected any suggestion of abusive or threatening behavior.

“The latest accusations are simply false.

“I am cooperating fully with the ongoing efforts BBC investigation that will determine the truth.

“As requested, I have remained silent, but I look forward to the conclusion of the investigation and ultimately clearing my name and establishing the truth.”

Lauren Oakley took to social media to show her support for the dancer under fire.Credit: Strictly Come Dancing / Instagram

Ballroom star Lauren – who is a professional dancer on Strictly – attended Giovanni’s new show with Anton Du BekeCredit: Instagram @laurenmayoakley

This comes as Amanda Abbington calls the cops on trolling Giovanni’s fans.Credit: PA

Giovanni Pernice Chronology of the scandal strictly

October 2023: Amanda abruptly withdraws from Strictly after already missing a concert. His departure was announced in a vague press release from the BBC which “wished him the best”.

Giovanni posted a short message on social media regarding the release, which read: “Amanda…I’m so sad we can’t continue but I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and I’m sending you so much love.”

Amanda then shared her own farewell statement on Instagram, thanking the co-stars but not mentioning Gio.

Giovanni’s father Piero insists there were no signs of an argument and the couple could have gone all the way. He praised his son as being kind and polite.

November 2023: Giovanni is apparently gutted by the situation and is strictly contemplating his future as questions are raised about his conduct.

January 2024: Amanda’s PTSD diagnosis is revealed and she demands video surveillance during rehearsals to prove that Giovanni’s training methods were not acceptable.

BBC issues statement defending its duty of care to contestants, insisting it takes any allegations of wrongdoing very seriously.

Society stands by its man after emergency meeting

March 2024: Giovanni publicly states he has no plans to leave Strictly in a TV interview with his close friend Anton du Beke.

Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore enter the scene. Apparently the two celebrities, who were both previously partners with Giovanni on Strictly, didn’t feel like the BBC was taking their issues with his methods seriously enough.

The couple has a closed-door meeting with Amanda where tears are said to flow.

May 2024: We reveal Giovanni is leaving the program after speaking with show bosses.

He leaves the country with his girlfriend Molly Brown on vacation

BBC opens internal investigation after three complainants instruct lawyers. One source describes it as a “nightmare situation.”