GIOVANNI Pernice faces further scrutiny as “at least one or two more celebs” are planning a legal assault on him.
Gio's 2016 Strictly partner Laura Whitmore is one of the three original claimants that sparked a BBC investigationLast night a source said: “Numerous celebrities, all former partners of Gio’s, have been in contact with one another behind the scenes.Kate Garraway says ‘great’ Giovanni Pernice will be missed after Strictly exit
“But Carter Ruck, the prestigious firm acting on behalf of these stars, have quietly been speaking to one or two other potential claimants.“These are murky, unprecedented waters for both the BBC and Gio; numerous people have spoken out against him, but the allegations are all quite vague.Brave Rageh Omaar on road to recovery as he walks dog after falling ill on air
“He’s facing scrutiny like never before and it’ll be an anxious wait over the coming weeks and months.”He said: “I reject any suggestion of abusive or threatening behaviour.”She added: “According to Urban Dictionary, it means. . .‘Practise what you preach, or show you mean what you say/you can back up your claims’.”