STRICTLY Come Dancing professional Giovanni Pernice has revealed a massive 78-date UK tour just days before results of a BBC misconduct probe are revealed.
Italian dancer Giovanni, 33, quit the BBC show earlier this year.
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His exit came as he is currently under investigation by the BBC over misconduct after complaints were filed by several of his former celebrity dance partners – claims he strongly denies.
Previously, we reported claims the investigation was coming in at a fee of more than £250,000.
Yet with the outcome still pending, Giovanni has his sights set on the future.
He has revealed his latest stage show – this being Giovanni The Last Dance – kicking off in January in Hayes.
It runs until May, calling a ares including Stoke, Halifax, Blackpool and Salford.
Giovanni posted a screen grab of the full listings on his Instagram page with the caption: “You know where to find me!! Book now.”
One fan then confessed: “Booked a few…”
Another put: “Can’t wait to see you again, take care gorgeous.”
A third then wrote: “Already booked! Best show on stage, can’t wait.”
A source previously opened up on the results of the probe.
They said: “The BBC are hopeful they will finally be able to share the findings of the probe but considering there have been so many delays, nothing is set in stone.
It is accepted the dossier won’t be released in full but instead a simple statement may be put out covering the conclusion.
“Either way there are many interested parties and it could pave the way for more celebrities or crew members to speak up.
Giovanni Pernice Strictly scandal timeline
October 2023: Amanda abruptly withdraws from Strictly having already missed one live show. Her departure is announced in a vague BBC statement that ‘wishes her the best’.
Giovanni posts a short message on social media addressing the exit, which read: “Amanda… I am so sad we can’t continue but I am proud of what we achieved and I am sending you so much love.”
Amanda then shares her own farewell statement on Instagram thanking co-stars but failing to mention Gio.
Giovanni’s dad Piero insists there were no signs of a fall out and the pairing could have gone all the way. He praised his son as kind and polite.
November 2023: Giovanni is reportedly gutted by the situation and is considering his Strictly future as questions are raised about his conduct.
January 2024: Amanda’s PTSD diagnosis comes to light and she demands CCTV from rehearsals to prove that Giovanni’s training methods weren’t acceptable.
The BBC issues a statement defending its duty of care to contestants, insisting it takes any claims of wrongdoing very seriously.
The Corporation stands by its man after emergency meeting
March 2024: Giovanni publicly states he has no intention of leaving Strictly in a TV interview with close pal Anton du Beke.
Ranvir Singh and Laura Whitmore enter the picture. Allegedly the two celebs, who were both previously partnered with Giovanni on Strictly, didn’t feel the BBC took their issues with his methods seriously enough.
The pair have a closed meeting with Amanda where tears are said to be shed.
May 2024: We reveal Giovanni is leaving the programme after having talks with show bosses
He leaves the country with girlfriend Molly Brown on holiday
The BBC launches an internal investigation after three complainants instruct lawyers. A source describes it as a “nightmare situation”.
“It’s down to the wire, but the BBC hope the sparkle of the new series launch could sweep away the scandal.”
The row threatens to overshadow the 20th anniversary series of the hit BBC1 dance competition, which begins today.
The same investigation also saw Giovanni’s co-star Graziano Di Prima, 30, sacked over allegations of physical behaviour towards show partner Zara McDermott, 27.
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