Amanda Abbington Reflects on Strictly Fallout and Delays Wedding Plans

The actress discusses her allegations of bullying during Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC's investigation, and her decision to postpone her wedding to Jonathan Goodwin.

Amanda Abbington accused her Strictly Come Dancing partner Giovanni Pernice of verbal bullying and harassment during the 2023 season, which led to a BBC investigation that upheld some of her complaints.
The BBC apologized to Abbington and updated its duty of care practices for the show, including introducing chaperones during rehearsals.
Abbington revealed she received death threats and significant public backlash after speaking out, describing the past year as one of the most challenging of her life.
Her fiancé, Jonathan Goodwin, is pursuing litigation related to a life-altering accident during America’s Got Talent: Extreme, which left him paralyzed; their wedding has been postponed to 2026.
Abbington is set to star in a new play, '(This Is Not a) Happy Room,' while reflecting on her experiences and expressing optimism about her future in acting and directing.