Rochelle Humes shares things 'people don't talk about enough' as she admits 'new drama'

Strictly Come Dancing returns later this year with a brand new line-up of celebrities, and apparently new rules too.The BBC are said to have launched a new duty of care package in the wake of the bullying allegations made against pro-dancer Giovanni Pernice. As first reported by The Sun, the BBC will include new measures to protect the 2024 celebrity contestants and professional dancers including on-call counsellors, cameras to film training, post-show therapy and even chaperones if requested by the stars.The BBC have also appointed a duty of care executive for the next 12 months.

Debbie McGee has expressed her sorrow over Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly Come Dancing.The dynamic duo, who danced their way to third place in the 2017 series of the BBC show, captured the hearts of viewers with their stunning performances.Taking to social media, Debbie shared her feelings: "I'm heartbroken for @pernicegiovann1.". Reflecting on her time on Strictly, she added: "My memories of Strictly will always be happy and life changing. He nurtured me through my grief and gave me the confidence that I could do things I thought were beyond me." The BBC recently announced the line-up of professional dancers for the new season, confirming Amy Dowden, Dianne Buswell, Nadiya Bychkova, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Katya Jones, Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin, Gorka Marquez, Luba Mushtuk, Jowita Przystal, Johannes Radebe, Kai Widdrington, Nancy Xu, Carlos Gu, Lauren Oakley, Michelle Tsiakkas and Vito Coppola as returning pros, reports the Liverpool Echo.

As news breaks that Giovanni Pernice won’t be returning to BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, James and Ola Jordan took to This Morning to share their thoughts, causing Ben Shephard to ‘step in’. James Jordan, who was on the show for 8 years, claimed he wanted his Strictly partner to have the ‘best Strictly experience they could,’ after admitting he was known for being ‘outspoken’. “I honestly believe that if you went and asked all of them, they would say they had a great time,” 46-year-old former Strictly star said.

One of Giovanni Pernice's former dance partners has spoken out in support after it was revealed he wouldn't be returning to Strictly Come Dancing. The dancer wasn't included in the line-up of professional dancers from the BBC who will return to the ballroom later this year.

Giovanni Pernice will not be taking to the dance floor on Strictly Come Dancing this year.

Strictly fans were left devastated after the surprise news that long-time favourite Giovanni Pernice had decided to leave the popular BBC series after an impressive nine-year run.

Sherlock star Amanda Abbington has fired fresh shots in the rumbling row over the professional conduct of her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice.

Giovanni Pernice looked as loved-up as ever as he posed alongside his girlfriend Molly Brown and their new addition ahead of his first public appearance since more allegations have been made about his conduct on Strictly Come Dancing.

Amanda Abbington has finally opened up about her feud with her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice, branding him "nasty and awful". The 33-year-old Strictly professional is currently facing accusations of "threatening and abusive" behaviour during rehearsals on the show, which he has categorically denied.

Giovanni Pernice appeared to be brushing off the controversy currently surrounding him on Monday (27 May) as he flashed a thumbs-up while leaving dance rehearsals with his fellow Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke. The professional dancer, 33, is currently embroiled in an internal investigation by the BBC after being accused of serious workplace misconduct by his three of his former Strictly partners.

Giovanni Pernice has been at the forefront of drama as of late, with ex-partners of the Italian dancer coming forward to throw 'abuse' claims at him, as he stepped down from the BBC show.

Amanda Abbington's fiancé Jonathan Goodwin has responded to a fan after a troll accused Amanda of 'trying to ruin Giovanni Pernice's Strictly Come Dancing career'. Amid reports that the BBC has launched an investigation into Strictly pro Giovanni following questions about his training style with the celebrities on the show, former Britain's Got Talent star Jonathan, 44, who has been engaged to Amanda since 2021, took to Instagram to share a cryptic quote.

Marvin Humes has continued the trail of bugging up his wife Rochelle on social media as she spoke of her 'muse' in a string of stunning snaps. The JLS star was flooded with praise from fans earlier this week when he took to social media to gush over his other half following her weekend away.

Josie Gibson has responded to a fan as they asked her to present This Morning 'every day' after she wasn't chosen for the main hosting gig following the exits of both Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby.

Gemma Atkinson was left responding 'as if' after asking for her fans' help over her new home visitor. Those who follow the Hits Radio host on social media will know that she's acquired a couple of squirrel friends in the garden of her Greater Manchester home.

Helen Flanagan brought the heat in her latest social media post as she posed up a storm to reveal 'very exciting' news that is seeing her move on from her ex. It was revealed that the actress will be one of the familiar faces seeking the help of the Celebs Go Dating agency.

An emotional Kimberley Walsh was reunited with her 'babies' after the longes period she's spent away from them as she kicked off a busy touring schedule with Girls Aloud. The band performed multiple shows in both Dublin and Belfast as they kicked off their Girls Aloud The Show tour.

Strictly Come Dancing's Giovanni Pernice is at the centre of a storm as BBC bosses are reported to be sifting through hundreds of hours of training footage following allegations against the dancer.The Sun reports that producers have been instructed to review extensive footage from the dance rehearsals amid claims surrounding Giovanni's teaching methods. OK! reached out to BBC but they declined to comment. Accusations of "abuse" have surfaced, questioning Giovanni's approach with his celebrity partners on the show, including his 2023 partner, actress Amanda Abbington.

The furore surrounding Italian dancer Giovanni Pernice has intensified rather than died down in recent weeks - as it has been alleged that more former partners may be coming out of the woodwork to ‘question’ their Strictly experiences with him. Amid rumours that he was leaving the BBC show, the Sicilian released a statement on his Instagram to his ‘dear fans’, writing that he "reject[s] any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour," adding: "I look forward to clearing my name." Now, according to a source, someone else behind-the-scenes who is ‘upset’ about the controversy surrounding the Strictly star is one of the show’s mainstays - Tess Daly.They claim that the glamorous 55 year old, who co-hosts the hit show with her friend, the hilarious Claudia Winkleman, has been left ‘really upset’ about the whole controversy.

Following reports that Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice is thought to have left the hit BBC series after 10 years, it looks like the future of another star could be on the rocks. Ukranian pro dancer Nadiya Bychkova has admitted she has no idea if she'll be coming back and is none the wiser about her involvement in the upcoming series.