Strictly judges Craig Revel Horwood and Motsi Mabuse finally show their support for embattled Giovanni Pernice after BBC bosses 'banned them from discussing bullying row'
The remaining Strictly Come Dancing judges have come out to give their full support to Giovanni Pernice.
Craig Revel Horwood, 59, and Motsi Mabuse, 43, have now shown their support by taking part in his dance classes after Shirley Ballas, 63, and Anton Du Beke, 57, previously did the same.
Announcing the event on social media, the post read: ‘Well… it wouldn’t be fair to only have 2 of the judges would it.
‘So excited to announce that none other than @craigrevel and @motsimabuse will be joining us for an afternoon of dance fun on the 29th of September!’
The BBC launched an investigation after the dancer was accused of 'threatening and abusive behaviour' while working on the show last year.
Craig Revel Horwood, 59, and Motsi Mabuse, 43, have now shown their support for Giovanni Pernice by taking part in his dance classes after staying quiet about his 'bullying' scandal
While Giovanni's conduct is under investigation he has remained teaching, hosting regular workshops for the public through Ballando dance school (pictured at last month's workshop)
Sherlock actress Amanda Abbington, 50 was paired with Mr Pernice but quit the BBC One programme mid-series in 2023 citing 'personal issues'.
It was then revealed she had been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder following her stint on the show.
Ms Abbington recently claimed that the show left her with PTSD and reportedly demanded footage of their rehearsals together.
Other celebrity contestants such as Laura Whitmore, 39, Ranvir Singh, 46, and an unknown male contestant have also since come forward in making complaints about his behaviour.
While it's been claimed that BBC bosses have banned the cast from discussing the 'bullying row', Ms Ballas, the show’s head judge, has previously spoken out in support of Mr Pernice saying ‘the truth will come out’.
Earlier this month Ms Ballas and Mr Du Beck showed their support for Mr Pernice by teaching at his Ballando dance workshop.
At the event Ms Ballas said it was an 'honour and a privilege' to be at the workshop with Mr Pernice adding: 'I’ve known him for 10 years and we’re good friends.'
Offering a 'huge thank you' to the Italian professional for having her at his workshop, Shirley continued: 'I will be one person who will be by his side forever. What you see is what you get with him.'
The professional dancer, 33, is at the centre of a bullying row after claims made of misconduct by his Strictly partner Amanda Abbington (pictured) and two other women
A new dance class with Ms Mabuse and Mr Revel Horwood is yet to go on sale but is set to take place in late September in London
The next event, hosted with Ms Ballas and Mr Du Beke alongside Mr Pernice, is already sold out for the end of the month.
The new dance class with Ms Mabuse and Mr Revel Horwood is yet to go on sale but is set to take place in late September in London.
Fans were quick to comment on the new announcement with one saying: ‘This is fabulous to see the other two judges supporting Gio.’
Another said: ‘So happy Giovanni is getting the support from all the Judges.’
Their support comes as Strictly Come Dancing’s 20th anniversary special at Buckingham Palace was scrapped this weekend because of the ongoing probe into Mr Pernice’s behaviour.
According to The Sun the idea has been quashed, despite talks with the Royal household, due to 'logistical problems' 'diary clashes' and Giovanni Pernice's misconduct probe also a 'factor' in the decision.
Strictly judges Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke previously showed their support for Giovanni at his dance workshop (pictured) and now Craig and Motsi have followed suit
