Wynne Evans has been axed from the Strictly live tour.
A source has told The Sun: ‘He’s had repeated warnings about his behaviour and told to reign it in. He’s not been taking it in, in this day and age the BBC have to be seen taking action and safegaurad everyone.
‘He’s had a tough time with the death of his brother and people should give him some slack, he is going to take this time off to do some self reflection.
‘He has a lot of support from a lot of the backstage dancers. It’s been a really sad ending to what has been a really fun tour.’
BBC Studios will be releasing a statement later today, it has been reported.
There are 12 dates left on the tour with the cast due to take to the stage in Liverpool tonight.
Wynne was recorded earlier this month crudely suggesting a three-way sex session with presenter Janette, 41, using the hugely demeaning term ‘spit roast’.
On Monday, Wynne accepted the BBC’s offer to take time off from his BBC Wales show, which he has been hosting from regional studios while he has been taking part on the tour
On Monday, Wynne accepted the BBC’s offer to take time off from his BBC Wales show, which he has been hosting from regional studios while he has been taking part on the nationwide tour.
A source told MailOnline the break was sparked by the furore surrounding his comment, plus the fact he is still mourning his older brother Huw, who died earlier this month, combined with the physical toll of being on the road.
His Strictly co-stars stars were said to be rallying around the Welshman on his birthday, after the BBC confirmed he’s been granted leave from his radio show.
Wynne was comforted by his co-stars on his 53rd birthday on Monday, as they’re mindful of his fragile mental health.
An insider said: ‘Wynne is being supported by his co-stars, they’re making a big push to ensure he’s ok as they’re worried about his mental health.
‘He’s had a tough few days and with it being his birthday today, they’re making a real effort to show he’s not alone.’
He was expected to present his show on Monday morning, but in a statement, BBC Wales said that comedian Robin Morgan, who has covered for him in the past, will be presenting in his place while he takes some time off.
Wynne perfected the latest leg of the Strictly tour at the OVO Hydro Glasgow on Sunday night.
His appearance came hours after he apologised for making the remarks to Janette in The Mail on Sunday.
He said: ‘My language was inappropriate and unacceptable, for which I sincerely apologise.’
A spokesman for BBC Studios and the Strictly Live tour producers said: ‘We were not previously aware of the remark and did not receive any complaints.
His Strictly co-stars stars are said to be rallying around the Welshman on his birthday, after the BBC confirmed he’s been granted leave from his radio show
We have made it very clear to Wynne that we do not tolerate such behaviour on the tour.’
It was revealed on Sunday night Wynne would not be axed from the tour in light of his comments.
A tour insider told The Sun said: ‘As soon as they were alerted to the remarks, tour producers called a meeting with Wynne.
‘He was very apologetic and fully agreed that what he said was inappropriate and unacceptable. He was given a warning and told in no uncertain terms that that kind of language is not tolerated.
‘He’s clearly very visibly upset, devastated and full of remorse backstage in Glasgow. Wynne is a very popular member of the tour. He has become great friends with many of the cast and crew.’
