In a shocking revelation, Fern Britton, the 67-year-old former participant on the popular dance competition show "Strictly Come Dancing," has accused her former dance partner, Artem Chigvintsev, of "kicking and shoving" her during their time on the show. The allegations have resurfaced following Chigvintsev's recent arrest for domestic violence.

In a 2015 interview with The Times newspaper, Britton disclosed that Chigvintsev would purposely kick and shove her while they were practicing their dance routines. She also recalled him saying derogatory remarks such as, "Shut your face. Go home before I kill you." Britton shared that she would often respond sarcastically, suggesting that he should just "kill her" to make things easier.

Britton acknowledged that there were moments when they genuinely cared for each other, but described the overall experience with Chigvintsev as "grim." Chigvintsev, on the other hand, denied the allegations, stating that he always treated Britton with respect and care.

It has been mentioned that Chigvintsev exited "Strictly Come Dancing" in 2014 to participate in the American version of the show, "Dancing With the Stars," where he achieved fourth place in Season 32. However, it is now uncertain if he was set to join the upcoming Season 33 of "Dancing With the Stars," as a source revealed that there were no plans for his involvement.

Recently, Chigvintsev was arrested by the Napa County Sheriff's Department on a felony domestic violence charge. The arrest took place after deputies responded to a domestic violence call in Yountville, with reported injuries involved. The victim's identity has been kept confidential, and it remains unclear if Chigvintsev's wife, Nikki Garcia, was involved in the alleged altercation.

As news of Chigvintsev's arrest emerged, Garcia was active on social media, sharing updates from Napa Valley. The couple had just celebrated their two-year wedding anniversary and had expressed their love for each other publicly.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and Chigvintsev's bail has been set at $25,000. Meanwhile, authorities urge anyone affected by domestic violence to reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support.

This shocking turn of events has cast a shadow over the world of dance and raises important conversations about the prevalence of domestic abuse.