Strictly logo (Image: BBC) Strictly Come Dancing boss Tim Davie has spoken out about the controversy surrounding the BBC show. In its biggest scandal in 20 years, top professionals on the show have been accused of gross misconduct by their former dance partners. The BBC launched an investigation into Giovanni Pernice after Amanda Abbington claimed he "bullied" her and used "threatening behaviour" during rehearsals.

Meanwhile Graziano Di Prima was axed from the upcoming series fter he admitted to kicking former Love Island star Zara McDermott. Davie, BBC 's director general, has now addressed the scandal in a lengthy statement as he apologised to fans. He began: "Strictly is a wonderful show that brings a lot of joy to a lot of people and has done so for 20 years, to both those involved with the show itself and to the millions of people at home.

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