Wynne Evans Defends Strictly Come Dancing Incident

Wynne Evans, a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, expressed his heartbreak over backlash regarding a viral incident where his dance partner, Katya Jones, moved his hand from her waist. Evans described the moment, which occurred during a live show, as a 'stupid joke' that was misinterpreted, stating he and Jones are close friends and meant no harm. Both he and Jones publicly apologized for the misunderstanding, with Jones asserting she felt no discomfort from the interaction. The incident has garnered significant social media attention, prompting a statement from the show's representatives affirming the pair were joking. The controversy comes as Strictly implements new measures for dancer welfare following previous complaints. Evans remains committed to competing for the Glitterball trophy alongside other celebrities.