Katya Jones cut a cheerful figure on Wednesday as she led her Strictly Come Dancing live tour stars in greeting fans in Liverpool, ahead of their next show.
The stars looked in good spirits despite the show being plunged in yet more controversy, after Wynne Evans’ withdrew from the tour on Tuesday.
The opera singer, 53, confirmed he had agreed with the BBC to ‘take some time out’ from his radio show and the ive tour ‘to prioritise my wellbeing’ and apologised for his ‘inappropriate actions’.
And despite the drama, the Strictly stars and judges looked to be remaining positive as they stepped out in Liverpool, ahead of their next performance in the city.
Wynne’s former professional partner Katya, 35, grinned as she posed for selfies and gave out autographs, after she urged fans to ‘show humanity and compassion’.
She was joined by fellow dancer Dianne Buswell, who also looked excited as she arrived in tight grey leggings and a black leather and shearling jacket.
Katya Jones cut a cheerful figure on Wednesday as she led her Strictly Come Dancing live tour stars in greeting fans in Liverpool, ahead of their next show
The stars looked in good spirits despite the show being plunged in yet more controversy, after Wynne Evans’ withdrew from the tour on Tuesday
The opera singer, 53, confirmed he had agreed with the BBC to ‘ take some time out’ from his radio show and the ive tour ‘to prioritise my wellbeing ‘ and apologised for his ‘inappropriate actions’
She swept her signature red hair back behind a white headband and added a touch of glamour to her look with gold earrings.
Love Island star Tasha Ghouri looked typically stylish in a padded coat and jeans teamed with a dark blue scarf.
She had been spotted earlier with EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick, who wrapped up in an eye-catching patterned fleece.
The pair’s outing comes after professional dancer Carlos Gu sparked rumours that they had grown closer on the tour.
He raised eyebrows this month after sharing a photo of Tasha and Jamie dancing on Instagram with the caption: ‘Fresh couple in the making’.
Jamie was spotted sharing a laugh with dancer Kai Widdrington, who sported a new groomed beard, as the duo joined their castmates.
Amy Dowden looked more chic than ever in a striped sweater vest layered over a white collared shirt.
While Nikita Kuzmin displayed his own trendy sense of style in a tailored beige coat with a green scarf draped over his shoulders and teddy bucket hat.
And despite the drama, the Strictly stars and judges looked to be remaining positive as they stepped out in Liverpool, ahead of their next performance in the city
Wynne’s former professional partner Katya, 35, grinned as she posed for selfies and gave out autographs, after she urged fans to ‘show humanity and compassion’
She was joined by fellow dancer Dianne Buswell, who also looked excited as she arrived in tight grey leggings and a black leather and shearling jacket
She swept her signature red hair back behind a white headband and added a touch of glamour to her look with gold earrings
Love Island star Tasha Ghouri looked typically stylish in a padded coat and jeans teamed with a dark blue scarf
She had been spotted earlier with EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick , who wrapped up in an eye-catching patterned fleece
The pair’s outing comes after professional dancer Carlos Gu sparked rumours that they had grown closer on the tour
He raised eyebrows this month after sharing a photo of Tasha and Jamie dancing on Instagram with the caption: ‘Fresh couple in the making’
Jamie was spotted sharing a laugh with dancer Kai Widdrington, who sported a new groomed beard, as the duo joined their castmates
Amy Dowden looked more chic than ever in a striped sweater vest layered over a white collared shirt
While Nikita Kuzmin displayed his own trendy sense of style in a tailored beige coat with a green scarf draped over his shoulders and teddy bucket hat
Jowita Przystał looked raring to go for the next show, flashing a radiant smile as she arrived in a black leather coat and white cardigan.
She sported a pair of tinted sunglasses and a taupe-coloured beanie and kept comfy in a pair of platform UGGs.
Montell Douglas smiled as she chatted to her female pal, looking effortlessly trendy in a burgundy velvet jumper and trousers.
The Olympian looked delighted to be in Liverpool as she took the opportunity to pose in front of the giant red-letter sign.
The Gladiator joined dancer Neil Jones in happily giving out autographs to the locals who had gathered.
JLS star JB Gill cut an edgy figure in an oversized denim jacket teamed with a pair of matching jeans.
The singer hid his face underneath a knitted beanie and black sunglasses, as he happily hugged his fellow tour stars.
His professional partner Lauren Oakley waved at the waiting fans as she wrapped up in a black padded coat and faux fur hat.
Jowita Przystał looked raring to go for the next show, flashing a radiant smile as she arrived in a black leather coat and white cardigan
She sported a pair of tinted sunglasses and a taupe-coloured beanie and kept comfy in a pair of platform UGGs
Montell Douglas smiled as she chatted to her female pal, looking effortlessly trendy in a burgundy velvet jumper and trousers
The Olympian looked delighted to be in Liverpool as she took the opportunity to pose in front of the giant red-letter sign
The Gladiator joined dancer Neil Jones in happily giving out autographs to the locals who had gathered
JLS star JB Gill cut an edgy figure in an oversized denim jacket teamed with a pair of matching jeans
The singer hid his face underneath a knitted beanie and black sunglasses, as he happily hugged his fellow tour stars
His professional partner Lauren Oakley waved at the waiting fans as she wrapped up in a black padded coat and faux fur hat
While judges Anton Du Beke and Craig Revel Horwood were also seen going for a stroll in the city
Anton kept warm in a navy padded jacket and jeans as he picked up a parcel, while Craig stopped to take photos with a lucky fan
While Sarah Hadley showed exactly how hard she was working to maintain her Strictly fitness as she was spotted going for a run ahead of Wednesday’s show
While Sarah Hadley showed exactly how hard she was working to maintain her Strictly fitness as she was spotted going for a run ahead of Wednesday’s show.
It comes after Wynne, famed for playing a portly Italian opera singer in a string of insurance ads for Go Compare, announced his departure from the tour in a grovelling statement following a string of scandals.
During his Strictly stint, the Welsh star was accused of ‘groping’ his dance partner Katya, although the pair dismissed it as a joke that had been misunderstood.
Then, earlier this month, he was caught on film by The Mail on Sunday making a vile sexual comment about Strictly co-star Janette Manrara.
Wynne was recorded crudely suggesting a three-way sex session with presenter Janette, using the hugely demeaning term ‘spit roast’.
Janette’s spokesperson said the host had been ‘unaware of this comment by Wynne’ which was audible to our reporter filming with a mobile phone 20 yards away.
Following the widespread revulsion caused by the revelations in the Mail story, Wynne was replaced on his morning radio show on Monday by comedian Robin Morgan, who also stood in for Wynne while he appeared on Strictly last year.
A source told the break was sparked by the furore surrounding his comment, plus the fact he is still mourning his older brother Huw, combined with the physical toll of being on the road.
It comes after Wynne, famed for playing a portly Italian opera singer in a string of insurance ads for Go Compare, announced his departure from the tour in a grovelling statement following a string of scandals
During his Strictly stint, the Welsh star was accused of ‘groping’ his dance partner Katya, 35, although the pair dismissed it as a joke that had been misunderstood (Wynne and Katya seen earlier this month)
Then, earlier this month, he was caught on film by The Mail on Sunday making a vile sexual comment about Strictly co-star Janette Manrara
‘He’s had repeated warnings about his behaviour and told to rein it in. He’s not been taking it in, in this day and age the BBC have to be seen taking action and safeguard everyone,’ an insider has now told The Sun.
‘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.’
The following day, the Welsh star was rumoured to have been axed from the Strictly live tour.
Later that day, he confirmed his departure from the tour in a grovelling statement, which read: ‘I’ve agreed with the BBC that I’ll take some time out from my radio show and the Strictly Live tour, as well as my other public commitments, to prioritise my wellbeing.
‘I am deeply sorry for the pain my inappropriate actions have caused, and plan to take this time for self-reflection.
‘Apologies to those I won’t get to see at the remaining performances and I’m grateful to my fellow tour gang for all the amazing support they have given me.’
Professional dancer Katya reposted the message to her Instagram Stories and wrote: ‘Let’s show humanity and consideration’ while adding that she would miss Wynne.
The following day, the Welsh star was rumoured to have been axed from the Strictly live tour and later confirmed his departure from the tour in a grovelling statement