Giovanni Pernice, the professional dancer formerly of Strictly Come Dancing, has announced his participation in the Italian version, Ballando con le Stelle, following his recent departure from the BBC show amid allegations of inappropriate behavior by actress Amanda Abbington. Abbington has expressed her disappointment with the BBC's handling of the investigation, claiming it seems to protect Pernice and dismiss her experiences of a toxic environment. Despite the ongoing inquiry, Pernice shared his excitement about returning to the dancefloor via Instagram, where he subtly referenced his past with Strictly without directly naming the show. His announcement was met with supportive comments from fellow dancers and public figures. Meanwhile, the BBC is implementing new welfare measures to ensure a safe environment for contestants in future seasons. The outcome of the investigation into Abbington's claims remains pending, raising concerns about accountability within the show's framework.