Have you ever wondered how reality TV drama unfolds behind the scenes? Well, Craig Revel Horwood recently shed some light on just that.
The Strictly Come Dancing judge, who’s been a part of the show since it first aired, was taken aback by the ongoing scandal surrounding the show.
Appearing on BBC Breakfast, Craig shared his shock over the controversies plaguing the hit series, especially after Giovanni Pernice faced suspension over serious allegations of abusive behavior.
The scandal began when Amanda Abbington accused Giovanni Pernice of being ‘cruel and mean,’ which led to his suspension.
Giovanni has denied these claims.
The situation worsened with Graziano Di Prima’s dismissal after reports emerged of him mistreating Zara McDermott.
Graziano apologized for an incident where he kicked Zara but contested other accusations against him.
In light of the drama, Craig expressed his surprise, noting that he only learned about the scandal from the press.
As judges, they are kept separate from the contestants and don’t get to see what happens in rehearsal rooms.
Craig reminisced about his own training days, revealing that his ballet teacher used to ‘whack us with a cane’ as a form of correction.
He acknowledged that such practices were harsh but also pointed out that training methods have evolved significantly over the past 40 years.
Concerns About the Show’s Future
When asked about the impact of these issues on the show, Craig admitted to being concerned but was reassured by the new measures being introduced.
He praised the decision to have mediators and chaperones present in rehearsal rooms to ensure a better environment.
He believes these steps will help address the concerns raised and improve the overall atmosphere.
The situation took another turn as backstage staff labeled the show as ‘toxic and cruel,’ with claims that production workers were subjected to invasive questioning about their personal lives.
The BBC responded by emphasizing their commitment to the welfare of their staff and denying the allegations of a negative workplace culture.
Amanda Abbington’s Controversial Claims
The scandal further escalated when Amanda Abbington alleged that Giovanni tried to block the release of ‘toxic’ footage from their rehearsals.
Amanda described the environment as ‘toxic’ and compared it to being ‘in the trenches.’
She accused Giovanni of trying to obstruct access to 50 hours of footage that she claims would reveal the harsh reality of their rehearsals. Giovanni’s spokesperson has urged people to wait for the review’s conclusion and refutes the allegations, emphasizing that they lack supporting evidence.
The Ongoing Fallout
As the drama continues, Amanda revealed that she has not been contacted by the BBC since her departure from Strictly. The show is still dealing with the fallout from these allegations, with both Giovanni and Graziano facing serious accusations.
Giovanni has been accused of bullying by Amanda and two other contestants, while Graziano was removed from the show following allegations of physical and verbal abuse.
The unfolding saga highlights the complexities and hidden challenges behind the glamorous facade of reality TV, leaving fans and insiders alike grappling with the consequences.
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