Wynne Evans has been dropped by the BBC, with a senior TV source warning he will not be the last star axed in the corporation's ongoing crackdown on behaviour. The Go Compare star and radio presenter confirmed on social media that his contract for BBC Radio Wales will not be renewed, following a series of incidents and warnings over his conduct.
In a statement, Evans said: "It breaks my heart to say the BBC has decided not to renew my contract so I won't be returning to my radio show. I'm gutted. That show wasn't just work -- it was home." The BBC responded by stating Evans is not under contract and there are currently no plans to work with him.
A PR source with knowledge of recent BBC investigations told the Mirror: "The BBC and major production companies are cutting talent loose faster than ever. One mistake, old or new, and you’re out. The BBC’s playing hardball, desperate to be seen cleaning house—regardless of context. Some will be cannon fodder."
Evans faced controversy during his time on Strictly Come Dancing, including an incident where he grabbed his professional partner Katya Jones's waist, and a comment using the term 'spit roast' to Janette Manrara. He was subsequently axed from the Strictly tour. A video also emerged of him sending a sex toy to co-star Jamie Borthwick.
The BBC has been under pressure to address workplace culture following the Huw Edwards scandal. In April, a Workplace Culture review was published, and the corporation vowed to take immediate action. Last weekend, Gary Lineker left the BBC a year early after a social media row over a post about Zionism.
The source added: "Celebs like Lineker are shifting power to their own channels, using social media as a safety net. When institutions drop you, the crowd becomes your vital platform. Fame isn’t a red carpet anymore—it’s a trapdoor."
