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Wynne Evans Apologizes for Inappropriate Comment at Strictly Tour Launch

The opera singer and Strictly Come Dancing contestant issued a statement after a sexual remark made during the tour's photocall was reported.

  • Wynne Evans, 52, apologized for using inappropriate language during the Strictly Come Dancing live tour launch on January 16.
  • The remark, reportedly suggesting a group sex act involving presenter Janette Manrara and actor Jamie Borthwick, was captured on video and described as unacceptable.
  • BBC Studios and the Strictly tour organizers stated they were unaware of the incident until it was reported and emphasized their zero-tolerance policy for such behavior.
  • Evans, who could not perform a dance routine in Glasgow on Saturday due to an ankle injury, shared updates about his recovery on social media.
  • The incident follows prior controversies involving Evans during the 2024 Strictly season, including a public apology for a misinterpreted 'joke' with his dance partner Katya Jones.
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