Strictly Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice faces mounting criticism as another former celebrity partner speaks out about their difficult experience on the hit BBC show.
'The Worst Experience of My Career'
Welsh broadcaster and opera singer Wynne Evans, best known as the voice behind the Go Compare adverts, has revealed that his time training with Pernice for the 2023 Christmas special was "the worst experience" of his professional life.
In a candid interview, Evans described the intense training sessions as particularly challenging, stating he felt "broken" by the process. The revelation comes amid growing scrutiny of Pernice's teaching methods following similar complaints from previous celebrity partners.
Mounting Pressure on Strictly Professional
The controversy surrounding Pernice has been building for months, with former partners including Amanda Abbington speaking out about their difficult experiences. The professional dancer, who joined Strictly in 2015, has developed a reputation for being a perfectionist with demanding training techniques.
Evans' comments add fuel to the ongoing debate about whether Pernice's approach crosses the line from rigorous training into unacceptable behaviour. The broadcaster's experience appears to echo concerns raised by others who have worked with the Italian dancer.
BBC's Delicate Position
The BBC now faces increasing pressure to address the growing number of complaints about one of their most high-profile dancers. While Strictly Come Dancing remains one of the corporation's flagship entertainment programmes, the recurring controversies threaten to tarnish the show's family-friendly image.
Industry insiders suggest that producers may need to reconsider Pernice's future role on the show, particularly as the pattern of complaints continues to grow. The situation presents a significant challenge for programme makers who must balance entertainment value with duty of care towards participants.
As the new series approaches, all eyes will be on how the BBC handles this delicate situation and whether Pernice will return to the dance floor amid the ongoing controversy.
