Should Strictly Come Dancing be axed after Graziano and Giovanni scandals?
Strictly Come Dancing has been engulfed in scandal in recent weeks as both Giovanni Pernice and Graziano di Prima's teaching methods have been questioned.
Strictly Come Dancing has had a spectacular fall from grace since the end of the last season. With its glitter well and truly tarnished it begs the question is it time to axe it?
The show marks its 20th season this year but so far the celebrations have been marred by scandal as both Giovanni Pernice and Graziano di Prima have had their training methods called into question. Neither man will appear in the upcoming season.
In recent months the show has been besieged by dramas and scandals beginning when Giovanni's 2023 celebrity partner Amanda Abbington quit the show. The Sherlock actress pulled out in week four of the live shows due to "medical reasons" and it was later confirmed she would not be returning
The BBC launched an investigation into Giovanni's alleged behaviour during rehearsals while Amanda was diagnosed with mild PTSD after her experience training with him. Giovanni has vehemently denied all allegations against him.
Most recently Graziano di Prima was dropped from this year's pro line up after concerns were raised about his treatment of Zara McDermott in rehearsals for last year's show. Just three days ago (July 13) the Italian dancer confirmed the rumours of his axing were true in a candid statement on Instagram.
He said he "regrets the events that led to his departure" but added, "when the time is right I'll share my story".
Just yesterday (July 16) a third male dancer was reportedly identified as a "person of interest". The dancer in question is understood to no longer be part of the show.
The BBC has announced it is introducing welfare measures on Strictly Come Dancing amid the slew of "gross misconduct" allegations.
They confirmed a member of Strictly Come Dancing production staff will be present in all future rehearsals and in a series of extra measures, the broadcaster will also introduce two dedicated welfare producers and provide further training for the production team and crew.
Is it too little too late though? Should the show be axed? Have your say in the poll below.
