Strictly's Graziano Di Prima announces new job - four months after BBC axe
Graziano Di Prima has taken to Instagram to announce his 'comeback' four months after he was axed from Strictly Come Dancing. The pro dancer took to his Instagram stories to advertise a dance class he'd be attending as a special guest alongside Dancing With The Stars champion Pasquale La Rocca in London next month.
Sharing the poster to his Instagram story, the 30 year old penned: "So grateful. Thank you @pasqualelarocca for the invite, I cannot wait to dance with you all." The class will be taking place on Sunday December 1 at London's The Du Boisson Dance Studios.
Graziano featured as a professional dancer on the BBC show from 2018, however, earlier this year, pro dancer faced accusations of "physical and verbally abusive behaviour" towards his 2023 partner, reality star Zara McDermott. Bosses took action following Amanda Abbington's complaints about her dance partner Giovanni Pernice.
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When the accusations were revealed, Graziano said: "While respecting the BBC HR process, I acknowledge it's only right for the sake of the show that I step away." He added: "I am saddened that I wasn't allowed to offer a quote to the online news stories, and I take on board the sensitivity of the situation. There's more to this story that I am unable to discuss at this time, but I am committed to being strong for my family and friends. I wish the Strictly family nothing but success in the future."
It was reported shortly after that the professional dancer had moved back to Italy.
Just days before the announcement, the star took to Instagram to express his love for dance, calling it his 'greatest passion,' and teasing things to come for the future. Alongside a video of himself, the star penned: "Dance has always been the center of my life, my greatest passion, the path I chose and dedicated years of study, sacrifice, and love to. After a period of reflection, I feel stronger than ever and eager to return to what I love most: dancing.
"The future is a whole world of new open windows, ready to welcome new dreams and new challenges, and I’m excited to continue this journey with even more determination and inspiration. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who is always there for me. I’m thrilled to dance again with the same enthusiasm and dedication as always. See you soon, whether on stage or through new projects that I will be very excited to share with you."
