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Wynne Evans, Go Compare Star, Addresses “Inappropriate Behaviour” Claims Following Strictly Stint
Wynne Evans, widely recognised as the face of Go Compare advertisements, is endeavouring to clear his name amidst allegations of inappropriate behaviour during his participation in Strictly Come Dancing last year. The television personality was dismissed from the Strictly Live tour after reportedly making a “sexual” comment directed at professional dancer Janette Manrara. The incident, involving a recorded remark referencing “spit roast,” also led to his departure from his role at BBC Wales.
“Fight for Fairness”: Evans Disputes Misconduct Accusations
Following the emergence of the news, reports indicated that Mr. Evans intended to “not go down without a fight” and was potentially heading towards an employment tribunal with the BBC. A collection of evidence, including screenshots and video clips, has been submitted by associates to a national newspaper, with the intention of demonstrating what they believe to be his innocence regarding the inappropriate behaviour allegations.
Reputation “in Tatters”: Singer Claims Remark Misconstrued
The 53-year-old singer from the Go Compare commercials reportedly believes his image has been unfairly tarnished, left “in tatters,” despite issuing a comprehensive apology for the comment. He maintains the remark was not directed at Janette Manrara, and claims other individuals involved in the show were cognizant of this fact.
“Thrown Under the Bus”: Ally Defends Evans’ Conduct
An acquaintance reportedly disclosed to the aforementioned publication that the singer feels he has been unfairly “thrown under the bus” and asserts the audio clip has been completely “misinterpreted.”
According to the source, “Mr. Evans’s representatives have submitted the recording to a cyber forensics team, which has identified a word previously unnoticed. They believe this revelation fundamentally alters the context.”
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The newly identified audio reportedly captures him saying “old spitroast boy” to his fellow Strictly Come Dancing participant, EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick. Friends of Mr. Evans contend that the modifiers “old” and “boy” conclusively prove he was addressing Jamie and not making a crude sexual pass at Janette Manrara.
Dance Move Context: “Spitroast Chicken” Allegation Explained
The associate further elaborated that Mr. Evans was in fact alluding to a specific dance manoeuvre performed by Jamie Borthwick, which involved raising his legs above his head, purportedly resembling a “spitroast chicken.”
Janette Manrara’s Support: “Look After Yourself”
His supporters also assert that he has received support from Janette Manrara, who allegedly advised him to “look after himself” and “take deep breaths” as he grappled with the aftermath of the accusations of inappropriate behaviour.
Sex Toy Incident: Further Claims Emerge
Adding another layer to the unfolding controversy, Mr. Evans faced additional inappropriate behaviour allegations on Monday when a video clip surfaced featuring Jamie Borthwick backstage during the Strictly tour. In the video, Mr. Borthwick is seen displaying a sex toy, which he jokingly claimed was sent to him by the Go Compare singer.
“Look at what he bought me. I opened it up and he surprised me with this, didn’t he? It’s so funny,” Jamie Borthwick is heard saying in the clip, referencing Wynne Evans.