Wynne Evans in a photo shared by the BBC to promote his stint on Strictly Come Dancing last year

The BBC has confirmed that Wynne Evans is “taking time off” from his Radio Wales show.

While best known for his work in Go Compare’s long-running ad campaigns, the former Strictly Come Dancing star has been part of the BBC Radio Wales presenting time for more than a decade.

Over the weekend, Wynne landed back in the headlines after being caught on camera making a crude joke during a photo-shoot for the ongoing Strictly tour, for which he has now apologised.

The following day, it was announced that Wynne would be absent from his radio show for a period.

HuffPost UK has contacted the BBC for additional information about Wynne’s time off from his regular slot.

Wynne Evans pictured with the cast of this year's Strictly........

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