Inside Wynne Evans' controversial life as he's sacked from Strictly
Inside Wynne Evans' controversial life as he's sacked from Strictly
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Wynne Evans, known for his role in the GoCompare adverts and appearance on last year's Strictly Come Dancing, has unexpectedly dropped out of the show's live tour. The 53-year-old was touring with past contestants but decided to step down following a controversy where he made a sexually inappropriate remark during a photo call.
It's the latest in a string of controversies surrounding the opera singer. With the news of him being 'axed' from the Strictly Tour line-up, we have taken a look back at his problematic moments from over the past year... Taking to Instagram this afternoon, he said: "I've agreed with the BBC that l'll take some time out from my radio show and the Strictly Live tour, as well as my other public commitments, to prioritise my wellbeing.".
He further expressed regret, mentioning: "I am deeply sorry for the pain my inappropriate actions have caused, and plan to take this time for self-reflection.". Wynne also said, " I'm sorry to those I won't get to see at the remaining performances, and I'm grateful to my fellow tour gang for all the amazing support they have given me.".
The issue came to light after it was reported that he had referred to host Janette Manrara with the term "spit roast" in a private jest shared with Jamie Borthwick, an EastEnders actor and former Strictly co-star. In response to the backlash, Wynne stated: "My language was inappropriate and unacceptable, for which I sincerely apologise.".
