Wynne Evans Thrives After BBC Radio Exit with New Show

Last month, the airwaves buzzed with shock when beloved opera singer Wynne Evans, 53, was abruptly let go from his BBC Wales breakfast radio show amidst claims of inappropriate comments. But instead of fading away, Wynne has made an impressive comeback, launching his own show that drew an exhilarating audience of over 40,000 listeners on its debut.

Tune in live to the Wynne Evans Show, airing Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 12 PM on his website. On his debut Monday, the show attracted a staggering 40,065 listeners. In true Wynne style, he quipped about the flood of WhatsApp messages from fans that briefly crashed his system, playfully remarking, “Must be lovely and peaceful over there now. Plenty of time to finally finish that game of Solitaire.”

Wynne’s transition hasn’t gone unnoticed by fans. One listener and fellow Welsh entertainer, Alex John, praised the show’s vibe, claiming, “The BBC made a massive mistake; they will start to realize it. We had laughs and tears this morning, and it was an incredible show. Can’t wait to tune in again tomorrow.” Another fan observed, “Wynne’s more himself, the music has massively improved, and it is more of a laugh than ever.”

The circumstances surrounding Wynne’s departure from the BBC were far from cheerful. His exit followed an unfortunate incident during the Strictly live tour, where he made an “unacceptable” remark about It Takes Two presenter Janette Manrara. In the wake of the backlash, Wynne issued a heartfelt apology, expressing he was “deeply sorry for the pain my inappropriate actions caused.”

Speaking candidly during a recent appearance on This Morning, Wynne revealed just how deeply the saga affected him, stating, “I was at my lowest ebb, I wanted to end my life. I would have if I hadn’t been surrounded by people.” He shared that a crisis team monitored him, and his loved ones created a schedule to ensure he was never alone.

The BBC has addressed the situation, reassuring that the show’s duty of care is taken “extremely seriously,” emphasizing that they strive for Strictly to maintain a positive environment for everyone involved. Amidst the heartfelt sentiments, Wynne’s journey serves as a reminder of the complex nature of public life and the profound impact of accountability on mental health.