Zara McDermott escapes Strictly abuse row on holiday after hitting back at Graziano Di Prima as she shares bikini snaps

ZARA McDermott shared stunning bikini snaps as she distanced herself from the Strictly crisis.

The ex-Love Island star escaped the UK after hitting back at Graziano Di Prima's claim he only "kicked her once" during their time on the BBC show.

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Her rep responded: "Zara has already confirmed in a statement released on her social media earlier this week that the reported conduct was not a singular incident..."

Zara, 27, was supported by family on holiday happy and relaxed in photos with her mum and brother.

In one picture she went barefoot on the beach in a gorgeous multi-coloured frock.

Another snap saw her laughing while her brother lifted her into the air in their hotel pool.

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Documentary maker Zara sent a clear message in the caption of her photos, writing: "Some moments from the week."

Days ago she released a statement responding to Graziano's firing from the BBC dance show.

Last night The Sun revealed Graziano screamed so angrily at Strictly dance partner Zara that she fled and locked herself in a loo, sources claimed.

The sacked pro is also accused of telling her: “My dead grandma could dance better than you."

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He joined Strictly in 2018, and has previously been partnered with actress Kym Marsh, DJ Vick Hope and Loose Women star Judi Love.

He was fired for gross misconduct when the claims emerged in the inquiry into fellow pro Giovanni Pernice.

Amanda Abington also broke her silence on the row in The Sun on Sunday.

A female pro has now come under fire from a former celebrity partner.

Strictly bosses received two complaints about Graziano but he was only given a warning.

He has since admitted kicking Zara during rehearsals and is now working on a farm in Italy.

It comes ahead of the 20th anniversary series of Strictly, which starts filming on August 21, with the live launch show on September 4.

The Sun has revealed the rumoured line-up which bosses hope will bring back the feelgood factor.

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