January 29th 2025.
Katya Jones recently broke her silence and spoke out in support of her former Strictly Come Dancing partner, Wynne Evans. The two had formed a close friendship during their time on the 2024 series of the BBC show and had been touring together across the UK. However, their partnership has come to an abrupt end due to an inappropriate comment made by Evans.
At 53 years old, Evans announced that he would be stepping away from the tour, and Jones wasted no time in showing her support. She reposted his original message and asked fans to show humanity and consideration. Jones, who is 35 years old and a professional dancer, also added that she will miss her "darling boy." She shared a video from a previous performance where Evans did his own version of Shirley Bassey's "This is My Life" and expressed how much she missed dancing with him.
Sadly, Evans was not present at Tuesday evening's show in Liverpool, and the tour will continue without him until the final Strictly Come Dancing Live at London's 02 arena on February 9th. Jones made a heartfelt request for empathy from fans in light of the situation.
Shortly after breaking her silence, Jones was pictured arriving back at her hotel for the evening. She was still wearing her show makeup and was dressed comfortably in an oversized grey jumper, holding a black coat with a Louis Vuitton bag draped over her shoulder. Despite the circumstances, Jones was still able to share a smile as she made her way from the tour bus to her home for the night.
In the short clip reshared by Jones, the tour's host, Janette Manrara, is seen on stage with Evans, who had made the inappropriate comment earlier this month. He had joked about having a threesome with the presenter during a photo call with the whole cast, which reportedly made some uncomfortable. Evans later agreed to take time away from his radio show and the Strictly Live tour to prioritize his well-being and reflect on his actions.
The BBC, who produces Strictly Come Dancing, was not aware of the remark and did not receive any complaints. They made it clear to Evans that such behavior is not tolerated on the tour. This is not the first time Evans has faced criticism for inappropriate behavior, as he had previously made a joke on a live episode of Strictly that led to backlash.
Jones' request for empathy comes at a difficult time for Evans, as he is grieving the loss of his older brother, Huw, who passed away earlier this month. Evans has also received support from his girlfriend, Liz Brookes, throughout this challenging time. However, it has been reported that the couple has now split, and Brookes feels humiliated.
Mark Llewellyn Evans, Wynne's brother, recently took to social media to express his unwavering support for him, stating that he has a heart of gold and the courage of a lion. He also praised his charisma and humor, which have brought joy to countless people.
Despite the challenges and controversies, Jones and Evans have remained close friends, and Jones' support for him during this difficult time is a testament to their bond. As the tour continues without Evans, Jones and the rest of the cast will surely miss his presence, both on and off the stage.
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