Giovanni Pernice goes to war with BBC and hires top lawyers to battle Strictly bullying probe

GIOVANNI Pernice has furiously hit back at allegations of abuse on Strictly Come Dancing and instructed lawyers to help clear his name. The underfire dancer, who has faced a string of allegations from several former partners, has also confirmed the BBC is investigating the matter, and he is fully cooperating with the Corporation. While it sets up a battle royal with his accusers legal big guns at rival firm Carter Ruck, it appears to be too late to stop his Adventures With series alongside Anton Du Beke being shelved by the BBC. In a statement, Schillings, which, apart from the royals, has represented JK Rowling, Brad Pitt, Naomi Campbell and Liz Hurley, confirmed for the first time the BBC was investigating. The Sun delivers breaking news, latest gossip and incredible exclusives around the world with hubs in London, New York, Scotland and Ireland. Covering topics from news, money and sport along with our famous Fabulous Magazine, The Sun is the biggest news brand in the