1 month, 3 weeks ago

Strictly tour: Another star drops out days after Wynne Evans drama

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Vito Coppola has left the Strictly Come Dancing live tour just days after Wynne Evans exited the cast over allegations of inappropriate behaviour. open image in gallery Vito Coppola and Sarah Hadland on ‘Strictly’ Coppola added that he had promised Hadland he would “take more care” of himself and his body. !” open image in gallery Vito Coppola leaves Strictly tour days after Wynne Evans drama The announcement comes after opera singer Wynne Evans left the live tour after he was caught making a crude remark about professional dancer Janette Manrara. open image in gallery Wynne Evans and Katya Jones during the ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ live tour launch “Apologies 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.” MailOnline reported on Sunday that Evans, 53, was caught on film suggesting a group sex session with presenter Janette Manrara and EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick during a photo call for the live tour’s launch.

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3 days, 21 hours ago

Wynne Evans is 'dropped from future GoCompare ads' after Strictly star's vile sex-slur was exposed by the Mail on Sunday

Daily Mail

Disgraced Go Compare frontman Wynne Evans has been dropped from future adverts, The Mail on Sunday understands. The insurance firm was in ‘ongoing crisis talks’ with the Welsh opera singer after his lewd sexual remark about Janette Manrara, 41, during a photocall for the then forthcoming Strictly Live Tour. Wynne Evans – the tenor known for the Go.Compare ads and …

4 days, 11 hours ago

Scandal-plagued Strictly Come Dancing star 'hints they are quitting the BBC show' after nine years

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing pro Katya Jones has reportledy hinted she is set to quit the BBC show after nine years. Strictly Come Dancing pro Katya Jones has reportledy hinted she is set to quit the BBC show after nine years According to reports Katya hinted at changes ahead while discussing her plans for 2025 and even suggested she could join …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wynne Evans programme airs on BBC despite Strictly tour drama

The Independent

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wynne Evans 'hires lawyers' in new move as it's revealed he 'could sue for breach of contract and loss of earnings' over Strictly live tour axing

Daily Mail

Wynne Evans has reportedly hired lawyers and is 'being advised over the potential to sue for breach of contract and loss of earnings' following his Strictly tour axing. Wynne Evans has reportedly hired lawyers and is 'being advised over the potential to sue for breach of contract and loss of earnings' following his Strictly tour axing Earlier this week, the …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Strictly star Katya Jones 'sparks fears she could quit the BBC show' as she 'feels betrayed' by Wynne Evans' departure

Daily Mail

Strictly star Katya Jones has sparked fears she might be gearing up to quit the BBC show as she reportedly 'feels betrayed' by the Wynne Evans' departure. Strictly star Katya Jones has sparked fears she might be gearing up to quit the BBC show as she reportedly 'feels betrayed' by the Wynne Evans axing The professional dancer, 35, reportedly feels …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wynne Evans branded an ‘absolute clown’ by Lorraine Kelly after Strictly Tour drama

The Independent

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wynne Evans's £200,000-a-year GoCompare gig is at risk: Firm refuse to say if they back disgraced star after he was axed from Strictly Come Dancing tour for crude 'spit roast' remark

Daily Mail

GoCompare has refused to say whether they are going to sack Wynne Evans from his £200,000-a-year role, as backlash over his crude sexual remark intensified today. Wynne is trying to salvage his infamous spot with Go Compare, whom he has worked with since 2009, as he risks losing his six-figure salary It comes after the opera singer was filmed making …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Katya Jones reacts to Wynne Evans’ Strictly tour departure over sexual remark

The Independent

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wynne Evans suffers fresh blow as opera singer 'fights to save £1million Go Compare job and new BBC travel series' after 'splitting from girlfriend' following Strictly withdrawal

Daily Mail

Wynne Evans is allegedly 'fighting to save his £1million Go Compare job and new travel series' after he withdrew from the 2025 Strictly Come Dancing tour on Tuesday. Whoever runs their old white man department needs a gentle chat', The insurance comparison website 'are understood to have held crisis meetings about their star’s future' The Welshman also faces pressure to …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Katya Jones breaks silence on Wynne Evans' Strictly withdrawal after Opera singer apologised for his 'inappropriate actions'

Daily Mail

Katya Jones broke her silence on Wynne Evans' Strictly Come Dancing withdrawal on Tuesday evening. The Welsh star, 53, famed for playing a mustachioed Italian opera singer in a string of insurance ads for Go Compare, has announced his departure in a grovelling statement The Go Compare star was caught on film by The Mail on Sunday making a vile …

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Wynne Evans confirms Strictly tour departure and apologises for ‘inappropriate actions’

The Independent

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2 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara is seen for the first time as she enjoys lunch with husband Aljaz Skorjanec and daughter Lyra - after Wynne Evans' vile sexual jibe

Daily Mail

Janette Manrara stepped out for the first time on Sunday in Glasgow after Wynne Evans made a vile sexual jibe towards the presenter. The Strictly Come Dancing star took to Instagram to reveal she was enjoying some family time with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec and their two-year-old daughter Lyra. Janette Manrara stepped out for the first time on Sunday in …

2 months ago

Strictly star Wynne Evans apologises for ‘inappropriate’ sexual comment about woman during live tour

The Independent

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2 months ago

The moment Wynne Evans is 'banished' by his Strictly co-stars in Traitors game as Janette Manrara parties without him after he was caught making a vile sexual jibe on camera

Daily Mail

Footage has shown the moment Strictly Come Dancing's Wynne Evans was 'banished' by his co-stars in a game played on tour, just days after he was caught on camera making a vile sexual jibe. Wynne was recorded crudely suggesting a three-way sex session with presenter Janette, using the term 'spit roast' at a photocall to launch the Strictly live tour …

2 months, 1 week ago

Strictly star Dianne Buswell breaks her silence on partner Chris McCausland missing live tour as she returns to the dance floor without him following their historic win: 'It's been really tough'

Daily Mail

Dianne Buswell has broken her silence on partner Chris McCausland missing the show's live tour after it kicked off earlier this week in Birmingham. In her new YouTube Vlog Dianne admitted returning to the dance floor without her former partner was 'really tough' after he was forced to skip the shows due to his mammoth 250 dates Yonks! Dianne Buswell, …

2 months, 1 week ago

'Katya's met every man in Wales – and she's still single!' GoCompare singer Wynne Evans fails in bid to find Strictly partner a partner - despite giving it his best shot!

Daily Mail

When Katya Jones was paired with Wynne Evans for last year's Strictly Come Dancing, he vowed he would find a husband for his singleton partner. But divorcee Ms Jones, 35, has revealed Evans failed in his mission, despite him introducing her to lots of Welsh men – and she is still on her own after splitting from her fellow Strictly …

3 months ago

Strictly legend left ‘fragile’ after unexpected exit from the show

The Independent

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4 months, 1 week ago

Watch the emotional moment Strictly Come Dancing's Wynne Evans breaks down in tears live on It Takes Two after surprise guest gatecrashes show

Daily Mail

Wynne Evans broke down in tears live on It Takes Two after a surprise guest gatecrashed the show on Monday night. Wynne Evans broke down in tears live on It Takes Two after a surprise guest gatecrashed the show on Monday night The opera star, 52, and his professional partner Katya Jones, 35, became the eighth pair to be voted …

4 months, 1 week ago

Strictly 2024 star Wynne Evans criticises media ‘lies’ after being voted off BBC series

The Independent

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4 months, 1 week ago

Who left Strictly Come Dancing? Wynne Evans is the eighth celebrity to leave the competition after landing in the dance-off against Montell Douglas during Blackpool week

Daily Mail

Wynne Evans and his professional dance partner Katya Jones became the eighth couple to leave the competition during Sunday night's results show. Wynne Evans, 52, and his professional dance partner Katya Jones became the eighth couple to leave the competition during Sunday night's results show The Welsh opera singer was eliminated following a dance off against Montell Douglas and Johannes …

4 months, 1 week ago

Strictly's Janette Manrara forced to issue statement as Wynne Evans pulls out of It Takes Two - and fans have a burning question

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were expecting to see Wynne Evans and his professional partner Katya Jones on BBC's It Takes Two on Wednesday. Host Janette Manrara, 40, was forced to issue a statement after Wynne Evans and his professional dance partner Katya Jones pulled out of the show last minute Strictly Come Dancing viewers were expecting to see Wynne and …

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Who is Wynne Evans? The Welsh opera singer on Strictly Come Dancing

The Independent

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Strictly's Wynne Evans laughs off controversy by dressing as the DEVIL for Halloween week - but fans claim he was 'missing' for most of the episode

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing viewers claim Wynne Evans was 'missing' for most of the Halloween special on Saturday as he laughed off recent controversy by dressing as the devil. ; Strictly Come Dancing viewers claim Wynne Evans was 'missing' for most of the Halloween special on Saturday as he laughed off controversy by dressing as the devil The Welsh star, 52, …

5 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing embroiled in favouritism row after judges are accused of 'over marking' and giving one couple 'preferential treatment'

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing could be caught up in another favouritism row with several viewers accusing the BBC of giving out special treatment to a celebrity pairing. Strictly Come Dancing could be caught up in another favouritism row with several viewers accusing BBC bosses of giving out special treatment to a celebrity pairing Despite the high praise and scores, some fans …

5 months ago

Strictly's Wynne Evans embroiled in further controversy as 'vulgar joke he made behind-the-scenes is leaked' -amid 'wandering hand' incident

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing's Wynne Evans has found himself in further controversy after a 'vulgar' joke he reportedly made behind-the-scenes has been 'leaked'. Insiders claim that Wynne made the unsavory joke ahead of the BBC contest's glitzy launch show and was said in a private conversation with a make-up artist. Strictly Come Dancing's Wynne Evans has found himself in further controversy …

5 months ago

Strictly's Wynne Evans and Katya Jones are all smiles while out shopping on London's Oxford Street after controversy surrounding 'wandering hand' incident

Daily Mail

Wynne Evans and Katya Jones looked all smiles as they headed to London's Oxford Street for some retail therapy. The Strictly Come Dancing pair have been embroiled in controversy since Wynne's 'wandering hand' incident during an episode of the BBC show. Wynne Evans and Katya Jones looked all smiles as they headed to London's Oxford Street for some retail therapy …

5 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing fans seriously confused as contestant 'goes missing' from show - claiming BBC have 'cut them out' of footage

Daily Mail

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left confused as Wynne Evans vanished from screens during Saturday night's live show. ', Strictly Come Dancing fans were left confused as Wynne Evans vanished from screens during Saturday night's live show Viewers claimed the BBC 'cut them out' of footage before he appeared on the dancefloor for his performance 'Has Wynne and Katya been …

5 months ago

Strictly results are leaked AGAIN leaving fans 'shocked and confused' by another 'wild' dance-off

Daily Mail

Fans have been left 'shocked and confused' as Strictly Come Dancing results for this week have been leaked once again ahead of Sunday's show. Fans have been left 'shocked and confused' as Strictly Come Dancing results for this week have been leaked once again ahead of Sunday's show The BBC competition is set to air the prerecorded results show on …

5 months, 1 week ago

It's Strictly deja vu! Katya Jones' 'hand incident' isn't first time dancer has been involved in on-screen controversy with a partner

Daily Mail

Katya Jones and Wynne Evans are desperate to draw a line under their 'hand-gate' Strictly Come Dancing soap opera - but it is not her first on-screen drama. The former footballer said that she could be over critical 2018: Strictly was caught up in its biggest scandal of all time when Seann Walsh and his pro partner Katya were caught …

5 months, 1 week ago

BBC issue update on Strictly's Wynne Evans and Katya Jones 'hand incident' as pair continue to insist all is well between them ahead of their It Takes Two appearance

Daily Mail

The BBC have issued an update on Strictly's Wynne Evans and Katya Jones 'hand incident' as pair continue to insist all is well between them. The BBC have issued an update on Strictly's Wynne Evans and Katya Jones 'hand incident' as pair continue to insist all is well between them The couple have insisted an awkward exchange during Saturday's live …

5 months, 1 week ago

Strictly star Wynne Evans defended by Katya Jones in hand fiasco admission

The Independent

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5 months, 1 week ago

Strictly Come Dancing stars Katya Jones and Wynne Evans are hauled in to explain 'in-joke' by 'dismayed' BBC bosses after awkward on-air exchange - despite broadcaster claiming they would not pursue i

Daily Mail

BBC bosses are thought to have reprimanded Strictly Come Dancing stars Katya Evans and Wynne Evans over the fallout from an apparently awkward exchange during Saturday's live show. BBC bosses have reportedly reprimanded Strictly Come Dancing's Katya Evans and Wynne Evans after the pair's awkward exchange on Saturday night The broadcaster hauled the duo in to discuss the viral social …

5 months, 1 week ago

Katya Jones lashes out at critics for 'attacking' Wynne Evans and doubles down on claim their awkward Strictly Come Dancing exchange was an inside joke (but admits it wasn't a good one) - after incide

Daily Mail

Strictly professional Katya Jones has defended her celebrity partner Wynne Evans declaring he has been ‘portrayed as someone he is not’, as the pair insist his ‘wandering hand’ incident was a silly joke. Katya Jones lashed out at critics for 'attacking' Wynne Evans on Strictly Come Dancing spin-off show It Takes Two She was previously forced to dismiss growing rumours …

5 months, 1 week ago

Strictly Come Dancing pro Katya Jones hits out at ‘nonsense’ Wynne Evans furore

The Independent

5 months, 1 week ago

Strictly’s Wynne Evans and Katya Jones address fan concern over ‘weird’ behaviour on live show

The Independent

6 months, 1 week ago

Former Strictly pro Ian Waite controversially urges BBC bosses 'don't hire Italians' for the show after Graziano Di Prima and Giovanni Pernice bullying scandal

Daily Mail

Since Strictly began 20 years ago Italian dancers have become a staple of the Saturday night show. But amid the ongoing bullying furore, the much-loved former Strictly pro, Ian Waite, has made a controversial plea to ban the nationality from partaking in the competition. Giovanni Pernice, 34, exited the show in April following bullying allegations from his dance partner, Amanda …

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Strictly dancers are living in fear over who will get the boot next

Daily Mail

They've watched two of their colleagues leave Strictly over abuse and bullying allegations. And now the show's remaining professional dancers have revealed that they have been 'entirely kept in the dark' by bosses and told how they have been left fearing 'who will be next to go.' As Strictly returns for its 20th anniversary series on Saturday, sources on the …

7 months, 2 weeks ago

How Wynne Evans battled depression and loneliness before helping others struggling with mental health - as star is announced for Strictly

Daily Mail

wynne evans delighted fans on Tuesday when it was revealed he's competing on Strictly Come Dancing. To mark the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, Wynne told BBC Radio Wales of the split: 'It was almost like grief, but you can’t grieve for somebody that's still there. How Wynne Evans battled depression and loneliness before helping others struggling with mental …

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Could Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly result in a BOYCOTT? Loyal viewers vow they won't tune in without him as he's not included in line-up amid 'misconduct' probe

Daily Mail

Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly Come Dancing could potentially lead to a boycott from the show. Giovanni Pernice's departure from Strictly Come Dancing could potentially lead to a boycott from the show The BBC launched an investigation after the dancer was accused of 'threatening and abusive behaviour' while working with celebrity contestants on the show, including Amanda Abbington It has …

9 months, 2 weeks ago

Giovanni Pernice is NOT returning to Strictly Come Dancing BBC confirm amid workplace 'misconduct' probe

Daily Mail

Giovanni Pernice will not be returning to Strictly Come Dancing, the BBC have confirmed. The BBC have confirmed Giovanni Pernice will not be returning to Strictly Come Dancing as they unveiled the full professional lineup in a statement on Monday The BBC have launched an investigation after the dancer, 33, was accused of 'threatening and abusive behaviour' while working with …

9 months, 3 weeks ago

BBC issues request in response to Strictly scandal involving Giovanni Pernice

The Independent

1 year ago

Three past Strictly contestants ‘meet to discuss difficult time’ with pro dancer

The Independent

1 year, 3 months ago

Nigel Harman dramatically quits Strictly Come Dancing just hours before live show

The Independent

1 year, 3 months ago

Nigel Harman explains why he quit Strictly in emotional interview

The Independent

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1 year, 5 months ago

Amanda Abbington’s Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice reacts as celebrity quits BBC series

The Independent

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1 year, 5 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing star Amanda Abbington quits show after ‘medical problems’

The Independent

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1 year, 5 months ago

Strictly Come Dancing: 7 stars who left in strange or unexpected circumstances

The Independent

2 years, 4 months ago

Dates and line-up for Strictly Come Dancing tour revealed

The Independent

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The dates and line-up for the 2023 tour of Strictly …

2 years, 5 months ago

Strictly’s Giovanni Pernice shuts down Richie Anderson rift rumours on It Takes Two

The Independent

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Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin reveals shock new career move ahead of solo tour

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Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin has revealed that he is launching his own solo tour and is preparing to go into music. The professional dancer, who has starred on the BBC show for four years, admitted he has been secretly having singing lessons to make him a triple-threat as a performer. Nikita, 27, who came second on Celebrity Big Brother …

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