November 2nd 2024.
Fans of popular dance competition Strictly Come Dancing are expressing their concerns over contestant Wynne Evans potentially breaking the rules of the show. The 52-year-old opera singer, known for his role as Gio Compario in the Go Compare insurance adverts, has been making waves on the dance floor with his professional partner Katya Jones.
This week's episode featured an "Icon" theme, and Wynne and Katya took on the rumba, dancing to Shirley Bassey's classic hit "This Is My Life". Before their performance, Wynne shared that the song holds a special place in his heart.
The couple's emotional routine ended with Wynne singing the final line, which earned them a standing ovation from the audience. Host Tess Daly couldn't contain her excitement as she praised the singer, saying "You blew the hair off the back of my arms there. That was something."
Judge Anton Du Beke was equally impressed, calling it the best ending to a dance number he has ever seen. However, not all viewers were as enthusiastic. Some criticized Wynne's lack of movement during the dance and questioned the fairness of him singing in a dancing competition.
Despite the mixed reactions, the judges had mostly positive feedback for Wynne. Judge Shirley gave him some pointers on his spatial awareness, but praised his technique and encouraged him to keep going. Meanwhile, Craig Revel Horwood, known for his harsh critiques, admitted that he loved the song and praised Wynne's performance.
In the end, Wynne received a total score of 30, jokingly suggesting that they should just make it a singing competition instead. But, as the competition continues, it remains to be seen if Wynne's singing will continue to be a point of contention among viewers.
Strictly Come Dancing airs on BBC One every Sunday at 7:20pm. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures to share, don't hesitate to get in touch with the entertainment team at The Agency. They would love to hear from you.
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