Welsh opera singer Wynne Evans, known for his GoCompare ads, impressed judges with his first performance on Strictly Come Dancing 2024, landing fifth place on the leaderboard. Wynne danced the samba to Help Yourself by Tom Jones, adding a touch of Wales to his performance. In a pre-recorded clip, Wynne tried giving a Welsh lesson to his partner, Katya Jones, asking her to say “Shwmae”, Welsh for hello.
Katya, momentarily lost for words, repeated the greeting, highlighting the fun dynamic between the pair. Despite some initial challenges in rehearsals, Wynne’s performance received praise, even impressing the notoriously critical judge, Craig Revel Horwood. The GoCompare singer’s choice to dance to Tom Jones showcased his Welsh roots and added a personal touch to his debut on the show.
Wynne’s humorous Welsh lesson brought a light-hearted moment to his Strictly journey, reflecting his love for his home country. The audience enjoyed the fusion of Wales and ballroom dancing in his performance. Stay tuned for more updates on Wynne Evans’ progress on Strictly Come Dancing 2024.