Fern Britton Claims Artem Chigvinstev Kicked And Shoved Her While Training For Strictly Come Dancing

A former Strictly Come Dancing parter to Artem Chigvinstev, Fern Britton, claims he kicked and shoved her while teaching her how to dance. Below is more from The Mirror

Fern Britton has claimed her former Strictly Come Dancing partner Artem Chigvintsev used to “KICK” and “shove” her.

The former This Morning presenter has blasted the 32-year-old hunk, who quit the BBC One show last year, insisting he also told her to “shut your face” and once told her he would “kill” her.

Speaking at an event hosted by The Times newspaper, she said: “He would look at my feet and just kick me or shove me.

I don’t know what to think, but, I’d take it with a huge grain of salt. Artem seemed so classy with Patti Labelle last season. I can’t imagine him doing something like this? Maybe some of our Strictly Come Dancing fans can shed some light on this? To read the full article, see The Mirror.

Thanks to Lori and @DWTSgossip for this news.

ETA: Artem has responded to Fern’s claims. From The Independent….

The 32-year-old, who now appears on Dancing With The Stars in the US, said: “Recent statements apparently made by Fern Britton, whilst not reflecting any situation I recognize, are difficult to ignore.

“I believe I treated Fern with respect and genuine care, and these claims about me are the opposite of everything I believe in and the person I am.

“I cannot imagine what has prompted such statements which come as a shock to me. I just want to thank all my fans and friends for their support and belief in me.”