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South Wales Argus
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Wynne Evans becomes partner in new west Wales restaurant
Recently axed from the BBC following his Strictly Come Dancing 'inappropriate language' controversy, Wynne, 53, is capitalising on his Celebrity MasterChef success of 2023 to showcase his culinary skills in his birthplace town. He's become a partner in The Welsh House in Carmarthen, a recently-opened restaurant and bar focusing on Welsh cuisine and hospitality. Wynne has been a supporter of The Welsh House ever since it opened in Carmarthen last October. (Image: The Welsh House) It will also be the headquarters of his new independent radio show, which launched last month. Wynne has close links with Pembrokeshire, and recently was welcomed to the 50th anniversary celebrations of Tenby Male Choir, of which he is president. This coming September, he is set to take to the stage at the 25th Narberth Food Festival as the headline guest chef. The establishment will get a name-change to 'The Welsh House by Wynne' and the renowned opera singer promises he'll be serving up MasterChef dishes on the menu. Announcing the new partnership, The Welsh House – which also has branches in Cardiff, Swansea and Neath - said: 'We're thrilled to welcome Wynne Evans, iconic Welsh opera singer, presenter and Go Compare legend as a new partner in our Carmarthen family! Wynne was the BBC's Celebrity MasterChef champion in 2023. (Image: Wynne Evans) 'A proud local and passionate champion of Welsh food, drink and culture, Wynne brings unmatched energy and love for the town to help us create something truly special. Big things are coming….' Wynne took to his Instagram account for a video outside the restaurant on the former Frankie and Benny's site in Carmarthen's St Catherine's Walk where he commented: 'This is my hometown of Carmarthen. It is ever-changing. And one thing that is changing is The Welsh House. It's going to become The Welsh House by Wynne. 'Big things are coming...' (Image: Instagram/Wynne Evans) 'I promise you it will have MasterChef dishes on the menu, it's going to have a fabulous warm welcome and I want you to come and see me, OK? It's going to be the home of the radio show too. So I'll see you soon. I'd better get cooking.'
South Wales Guardian
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Wynne Evans becomes partner in new west Wales restaurant
Recently axed from the BBC following his Strictly Come Dancing 'inappropriate language' controversy, Wynne, 53, is capitalising on his Celebrity MasterChef success of 2023 to showcase his culinary skills in his birthplace town. He's become a partner in The Welsh House in Carmarthen, a recently-opened restaurant and bar focusing on Welsh cuisine and hospitality. Wynne has been a supporter of The Welsh House ever since it opened in Carmarthen last October. (Image: The Welsh House) It will also be the headquarters of his new independent radio show, which launched last month. Wynne has close links with Pembrokeshire, and recently was welcomed to the 50th anniversary celebrations of Tenby Male Choir, of which he is president. This coming September, he is set to take to the stage at the 25th Narberth Food Festival as the headline guest chef. The establishment will get a name-change to 'The Welsh House by Wynne' and the renowned opera singer promises he'll be serving up MasterChef dishes on the menu. Announcing the new partnership, The Welsh House – which also has branches in Cardiff, Swansea and Neath - said: 'We're thrilled to welcome Wynne Evans, iconic Welsh opera singer, presenter and Go Compare legend as a new partner in our Carmarthen family! Wynne was the BBC's Celebrity MasterChef champion in 2023. (Image: Wynne Evans) 'A proud local and passionate champion of Welsh food, drink and culture, Wynne brings unmatched energy and love for the town to help us create something truly special. Big things are coming….' Wynne took to his Instagram account for a video outside the restaurant on the former Frankie and Benny's site in Carmarthen's St Catherine's Walk where he commented: 'This is my hometown of Carmarthen. It is ever-changing. And one thing that is changing is The Welsh House. It's going to become The Welsh House by Wynne. 'Big things are coming...' (Image: Instagram/Wynne Evans) 'I promise you it will have MasterChef dishes on the menu, it's going to have a fabulous warm welcome and I want you to come and see me, OK? It's going to be the home of the radio show too. So I'll see you soon. I'd better get cooking.'
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Wynne Evans cheered on by guests at a dinner as Strictly star breaks cover to return to public stage amid ongoing probe
Supporters begged for Wynne to return to his show on BBC Radio Wales STAGING A RECOVERY Wynne Evans cheered on by guests at a dinner as Strictly star breaks cover to return to public stage amid ongoing probe Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FORMER Strictly star Wynne Evans has returned to the public stage — as a BBC investigation into his alleged sexual slur continues. The opera singer, 53, was cheered by guests as he spoke at a dinner to mark 59 years of Tenby Male Choir in Pembrokeshire, West Wales. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Strictly star Wynne Evans has broken cover to return to the public stage 2 The GoCompare star was cheered by guests as he spoke at a dinner to mark 59 years of Tenby Male Choir in Pembrokeshire Credit: Rex GoCompare ad star Wynne hailed the 'wonderful' evening, during which he was elected their honorary president. The former Strictly contestant was axed from the dance show's tour over an alleged sexual slur to professional dancer Janette Manrara. The Welshman insisted he did nothing wrong and said: 'It's been a manipulation and totally changing the narrative of private conversations.' Writing on Facebook, he said: "Brilliant night celebrating 59 years of Tenby male voice choir who have amazingly made me their president." Supporters begged for him to return to his show on BBC Radio Wales. One said: "We don't understand why we can't hear you on Radio Wales Wynne- it's a disaster for all your listeners - just 'cos you had a sense of humour." Another added: "Looks like a good night, glad you enjoyed it Wynne Evans sending big hugs, miss you so much on the radio." In a statement earlier this month Wynne said: "Hi everyone. It's me. Lush to see the sun shining! Thank you everyone for your support I promise you I have done nothing wrong, it's been a manipulation and totally changing the narrative of private conversations by the press. He added: "I can't tell you how the 1000's of messages have kept me going. Love to you xxxx."
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Wynne Evans cheered on by guests at a dinner as Strictly star breaks cover to return to public stage amid ongoing probe
FORMER Strictly star Wynne Evans has returned to the public stage — as a BBC investigation into his alleged sexual slur continues. The opera singer, 53, was cheered by guests as he spoke at a dinner to mark 59 years of Tenby Male Choir in Pembrokeshire, West Wales. 2 2 GoCompare ad star Wynne hailed the 'wonderful' evening, during which he was elected their honorary president. The former Strictly contestant was axed from the dance show's tour over an alleged sexual slur to professional dancer Janette Manrara. The Welshman insisted he did nothing wrong and said: 'It's been a manipulation and totally changing the narrative of private conversations.' Writing on Facebook, he said: "Brilliant night celebrating 59 years of Tenby male voice choir who have amazingly made me their president." Supporters begged for him to return to his show on BBC Radio Wales. One said: "We don't understand why we can't hear you on Radio Wales Wynne- it's a disaster for all your listeners - just 'cos you had a sense of humour." Another added: "Looks like a good night, glad you enjoyed it Wynne Evans sending big hugs, miss you so much on the radio." In a statement earlier this month Wynne said: "Hi everyone. It's me. Lush to see the sun shining! Thank you everyone for your support I promise you I have done nothing wrong, it's been a manipulation and totally changing the narrative of private conversations by the press. He added: "I can't tell you how the 1000's of messages have kept me going. Love to you xxxx."
Western Telegraph
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Tenby Male Choir president Wynne Evans attends 50th anniversary event
The opera singer and tv personality – who rose to fame for his GoCompare adverts – visited the county last summer while filming Wynne and Joanna: All at Sea for BBC Wales and brought his Radio Wales roadshow to Tenby Harbour in August. He has been given a boost by the huge support shown to him by the public as he plans to take the BBC to a tribunal following his axing from the Strictly Come Dancing tour over an alleged inappropriate remark. Wynne is the current president of Tenby Male Choir, and travelled back to the town last week when he was one of the special guests at the choir's 50th anniversary dinner. A celebration cake was commissioned by the choir. (Image: Tenby Male Choir) Wynne, 53, who spoke at the dinner, described it afterwards as 'a brilliant event'. Former choristers, partners, friends and supporters joined the choir for a memorable evening of food and music at the De Valence Pavilion on Thursday May 15, Along with president Wynne, special guests included former President Roy Noble, the Mayor of Tenby, Dai Morgan and the Rector of Tenby, Rev. Steve Brett. Choristers performed a rousing finale, (Image: Tenby Male Choir) All present were entertained with speeches and reminiscences, along with songs from 99-year-old senior chorister Duncan Hilling, and Leyton Rafferty. A song from the choir's senior member, 99-year-old Duncan Hilling, watched by his daughter Miranda Davies (right), town mayor Dai Morgan and mayoress Melanie Lewis. (Image: Tenby Male Choir) To close, the choir sang a selection of its repertoire for the guests, closing with American Trilogy to which all former choristers joined in. The next opportunity to see Tenby Male Choir in concert is on Thursday May 22at St Mary's Church, Tenby at 7.30pm. The choir are performing to raise funds for the Ty Hafan Children's Hospice. Admission £10. Accompanied children under 16 free. Doors from 7pm.
