An awkward video clip of Wynne Evans and his Strictly Come Dancing partner Katya Jones has been unearthed by fans as the furore over Wynne's offensive sexual jibe grows.
The opera star's future at the BBC has been under intense scrutiny since he was caught on film by The Mail on Sunday making a vile sexual comment about Strictly co-star Janette Manrara. It emerged on Tuesday that he is being kicked off the current Strictly tour.
Now fans have unearthed a video posted on Strictly's YouTube page, capturing a behind-the-scenes moment between Wynne and his dance partner Katya.
The clip sees Katya telling Wynne she is going to 'block him on Instagram', though she doesn't reveal the reason why. Wynne then replies: 'You're not going to block me on Instagram.'
As Katya tells him 'Good luck for Saturday', Wynne looks down the camera and says: 'I work better on my own anyway, you've seen me in the adverts.'
One fan pointed out on social media: 'Remembering one of the digital videos they posted on Youtube, think it was a bloopers one, where Katya says "I'm going to block you on Instagram" and Wynne says "no you're not". Obviously may have been in a jokey way, but certainly won't age well I imagine.'
An awkward video clip of Wynne Evans and his Strictly Come Dancing partner Katya Jones has been unearthed by fans as the furore over Wynne's offensive sexual jibe grows
One fan pointed out: 'Katya says "I'm going to block you on Instagram" and Wynne says "no you're not". Obviously may have been in a jokey way, but certainly won't age well I imagine'
During last year's televised shows, the opera singer, 52, was accused of 'groping' Katya, 35, although the pair dismissed it as a joke that had been misunderstood.
He faced criticism after viewers spotted a grimacing Katya forcibly removing his hand as it strayed across her waist as they faced the cameras backstage.
Afterwards Wynne tried to give his partner a high five, but she shot him a scathing look, rolled her eyes and turned away.
Attempting to defuse the row, the pair said they were 'just messing around' and that it was a 'very silly inside joke'.
The incident caused such concern among BBC top brass, who had spent months firefighting accusations of misconduct on previous series, that a welfare investigation was conducted.
Katya had confirmed that she had not felt uncomfortable and no further action was taken.
It emerged on Tuesday that Wynne has been axed from the Strictly live tour. An insider has revealed that bosses have kicked Wynne off the tour, with 12 dates to go.
During last year's televised shows, the 52-year-old was accused of 'groping' Katya , 35, although the pair dismissed it as a joke that had been misunderstood
'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 safeguard everyone,' an insider has 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.'
BBC Studios will be releasing a statement later today, it has been reported.
The drama continued for Wynne on Monday night with the decision to air his new BBC travel show All At Sea sparking fierce backlash.
An insider told The Mirror as the show aired 'that the timing of this is deeply unfortunate…the comments were idiotic and have clearly overshadowed the first episode. What on earth was he thinking?'
Viewers questioned why his show - which he stars alongside Joanna Page - wasn't postponed following his latest Strictly Come Dancing scandal.
Others demanded Wynne to 'get off the telly' in a furious rant on X amid the backlash surrounding an vile sexual remark.
Angry viewers wrote on X during his show: 'Why are we being forced to endure Wynne Evans? Everyone hates the go compare ads but BBC seem determined to make him a thing. Whoever runs their old white man department needs a gentle chat.'
'Just a thought BBC, but maybe this Wynne Evans #AllAtSea prime time claptrap could have been postponed for a while?'.
'They've taken Wynne Evans off air for a joke, but this will be glossed over with likely no apology.'
The drama continued for Wynne on Monday night with the decision to air his new BBC travel show All At Sea sparking fierce backlash
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 are 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.'
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
Wynne was recorded earlier this month crudely suggesting a three-way sex session with presenter Janette, 41, using the hugely demeaning term 'spit-roast'.
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.
An 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.'
