Giovanni Pernice has promised to “bring joy” amid his Strictly Come Dancing scandal, as he unveiled his new £45 candle on Instagram on Wednesday.
Amid claims that a male celebrity joined a group of women complaining about the dancer, the pro took to Instagram to share a snap of the latest addition to his GP Vita brand.
Hoping to emulate the success of Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop and Holly Willoughby’s Wylde Moon brand, Giovanni said she aims to “inspire and bring joy to life” with her new candle.
Posting a snapshot of the piece, she wrote the caption: ‘My new VITA candle is GP Vita’s second product and continues our mission to create products that inspire and bring joy to life.
This carefully crafted candle is made from all-natural wax and is housed in an elegant glossy black glass frame, which emits a soft glow and creates a sophisticated and sensual VITA experience for your home.
Giovanni Pernice has promised to “bring joy” amid his Strictly Come Dancing scandal, as he unveiled his new £45 candle on Instagram on Wednesday.
Amid claims that a male celebrity joined a group of women complaining about the dancer, the pro took to Instagram to share a snap of the latest addition to his brand.
Hoping to emulate the success of Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop and Holly Willoughby’s Wylde Moon brand, Giovanni said she hopes to “inspire and bring joy to life” with her new candle.
“This first release of VITA Candle is a unique limited edition and is available for pre-order now while supplies last at gpvita.com, shipping towards the end of June.”
It comes after Giovanni unveiled his brand’s first piece in October, a perfume he said was designed for both men and women.
It comes after it was reported that a male celebrity has joined the group of women who complained about Giovanni’s behavior during his time on Strictly.
Last month, it was confirmed that three women, including Amanda Abbington, had hired £700-an-hour lawyers at top London law firm Carter Ruck to bring claims against Giovanni and the BBC.
The BBC launched an investigation after the dancer, 33, was accused of “threatening and abusive behaviour” while working with Amanda, 52, Good Morning Britain presenter Ranvir Singh, 46, and the former Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore, 39, on the show. – something he vehemently denies.
Despite the furore, head judge Shirley Ballas has supported the under-fire pro and will join him in hosting a series of dance classes in London next month.
Called Ballando, the one-day event is led by Shirley, Giovanni and Anton Du Beke as they share their experience with fans.
In the latest twist to the bitter legal battle, the unnamed star, who worked with Giovanni during his time on the show, is said to have shared his experiences with the law firm.
It comes after it was reported that a male celebrity has joined the group of women who complained about Giovanni’s behavior during his time on Strictly.
Last month, it was confirmed that three women, including Amanda Abbington (pictured), had hired £700-an-hour lawyers at top London law firm Carter Ruck to bring claims.
Despite the furore, head judge Shirley Ballas has backed the under-fire pro and will join him in hosting a series of dance classes in London next month alongside Anton Du Beke.
‘After three women came forward, now a man has joined their ranks. “He has personally reached out to the women who are at the center of this unfolding crisis, offering them his full support and backing,” a source said. Sun.
‘He was also in contact with Carter Ruck and told them what he knows and shared his experiences. These experiences were, at times, very complicated.’
Giovanni launched a counterattack by hiring rival law firm Schillings. His case is being handled by Joelle Rich, 39, who represented Johnny Depp in his 2020 defamation trial.
A spokesperson for Giovanni told the publication: “Schillings is working with BBC Studios to provide evidence from Giovanni to firmly refute the claims being made about him and confirm that Giovanni is cooperating fully.”
“As with any reality television show, when decisions are made for entertainment purposes, producers have a duty of care to all participants.”
MailOnline has contacted Giovanni’s representatives. He strictly declined to comment.
Amanda quit the competition midway through the series, citing personal reasons after weeks of rumors about a feud with Giovanni.
The Sherlock star said he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and demanded to see footage of rehearsals.
Over the weekend, Amanda denied reports that Giovanni had asked the BBC to film his rehearsals with the actress due to growing concerns about her behaviour, claiming that she had requested that her dance practices be filmed, not him. .
‘I asked them to record them, it was me. Giovanni is unpleasant. He was terrible to some of us, to a group of us.
Amanda went on to describe how her life had been devastated by the experience, which has spiraled since she abruptly left the show midway through the last series.
In January, he claimed he had suffered post-traumatic stress disorder after working with Giovanni and later complained of suffering a bruise on his foot during training.
“You don’t understand how horrible this all is,” he said. ‘Giovanni’s fans have started trolling me now. “I had to leave social media and I received death threats.”
The actress also insisted that she had complained about Giovanni’s behavior shortly after the series began. “I went to the producers from the beginning and told them about Giovanni,” she said.
And he lamented the consequences: ‘All this because I didn’t enjoy a television program. “I didn’t enjoy it because of all this.”
The Sicilian dancer is accused of “threatening and abusive behavior” while working with celebrity contestants on the show (pictured with Laura Whitmore in 2016)
Giovanni launched a counterattack by hiring rival law firm Schillings. His case is being handled by Joelle Rich, 39, who represented Johnny Depp in his defamation trial (pictured with Ranvir in 2020).
Amanda has led the charge by accusing him of “difficult behaviour” during training and is currently speaking to the BBC to discuss possible workplace misconduct.
The actress is said to have met with Laura and Ranvir earlier this year for an “emotional summit” to “compare notes” about her time working with Giovanni amid the BBC investigation.
Details about how Giovanni allegedly behaved have not yet been released. But the BBC published an unprecedented statement about the dispute.
A Strictly spokesperson said: “If a complaint is made to the BBC, we assess and take the necessary steps to establish the facts, whether there is a case to answer and, if appropriate, what action should be taken.”
‘This is all within the context that the BBC has a duty of care to all people linked to a complaint, that applies to those who have made the complaint and those about whom it has been complained.
“While we know that our shows have been positive experiences for many who have participated, we will always consider any issues raised with care, fairness and sensitivity to all concerned.”
Sources familiar with the situation say the BBC was pressured by Amanda’s team to say publicly that it was she who asked for the rehearsals to be recorded.
A source said: “It’s terrible, really. Amanda wanted the BBC to set the record straight and confirm her version of events. But of course they can’t. It just goes to show that if you don’t like what’s being said, you shout it out. voice aloud.’
Giovanni previously shared a post on Instagram detailing that he was “totally shocked” by the allegations, which he denies.
He said in a statement: “You will be as surprised as I am that accusations were made in the media this week about my dance teaching methods.”
‘Of course, I reject any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour, and look forward to clearing my name.
‘Those who have followed my journey on Strictly Come Dancing over the last decade will know that I am passionate and competitive. No one is more ambitious than me for my dance partners.
‘I have always strived to help them be the best dancers they can be. This has always come from a place of love and wanting to win, for me and my dance partners.
‘Thank you all once again for your continued love and support!’
Other former partners have also come out to support him, including Debbie McGee, the widow of magician Paul Daniels, who was paired with him in 2017.
Giovanni also had a positive relationship with deaf contestant Rose Ayling-Ellis, 29, whom he led to a triumphant victory in 2021, with the pair winning a TV BAFTA for their silent dance routine.
