Wynne Evans is a remarkable Singer, Host, Auctioneer and Keynote Speaker, best known for his starring role in the Go Compare Insurance adverts. Having gained the chance to regularly perform in front of millions of people worldwide, he has become the spoof opera star ‘Gio Compario’. With over 25 years of experience as a trained opera singer, Wynne is now ready to share his career journey with audiences at events.
Talented in all entertainment areas, Wynne has gained vast experience working on TV, radio and performing live. Having created a debut album that went to number one on the classical charts, Wynne has gained the opportunity to perform at some of the most prestigious stages in the world, including The Royal Opera House, Paris Opera De Lyon, and the Metropolitan Opera in New York. He is incredibly popular within the opera industry. As a regular performer at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden, he has taken part in performances such as VAKULA The Tsarina’s Slippers and MAYOR Anna Nicole.
Since 2009, Wynne has starred in the UK insurance comparison website Gocompare.com adverts. His work has struck the hearts of people around the UK and in 2010, he was part of the Channel 4 Comedy Gala which raised money for Great Ormond Street Hospital. In 2023, Wynne appeared on Celebrity Masterchef, reaching the finals and winning the 18th series of the show. In 2024, Wynne was announced as a competitor on Strictly Come Dancing, joining the likes of JB Gill and Tom Dean in the battle for the coveted glitterball trophy. Having developed an admirable career, Wynne was awarded the British Empire Medal in the Platinum Jubilee honours list and was also made a Member of the Venerable Order of Saint John by HM the Queen in 2008.
Wynne Evans is now confident whilst performing to audiences of all sizes, which is why he has become a highly sought-after events speaker. Having been a presenter for many years throughout his career, he understands how to engage audiences globally. When looking for a speaker with many years of industry experience and an incredible career journey to share, Wynne Evans is the ideal addition to in-person and virtual events.
How to hire Wynne Evans
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Wynne Evans for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
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Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Wynne was a superb host. He is warm and accommodating with everyone, helped our event flow smoothly, is a great entertainer and I would certainly recommend him for anyone considering taking their event to the next level." - Sean, Director of Marketing & Communications, Shaw Healthcare
"Not only is a fabulous singer but a real showman who kept them entertained and laughing throughout. Also a genuinely lovely person to work with"- SJP
"Just wanted to say how impressed we were at the Servicesure of the year awards attendance by Wyne Evans, he was by far the best after dinner speaker /entertainer I have had the pleasure to meet, he is ultra talented, very engaging with everyone in the venue and delivered more than we wanted for the night, it was an exceptional event this year in fact our best yet which I am sure topped off with Wynes appearance." - Paul, Servicesure Autocentres
- 2024 - Competitor on "Strictly Come Dancing"
- 2023 - Winner of "Celebrity Masterchef"
- 2022 - Awarded the British Empire Medal in the Platinum Jubilee Honours List
- 2015 - Appeared on Sky 1 drama "Stella"
- 2013 - Made an Honorary Fellow of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David
- 2012 - Made a Member of the Gorsedd of the Bards of Wales
- 2011 - Cast as the opera singer Ubaldo Piangi in the 25th-anniversary celebration of The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall
- 2011 - Released his first album ‘A Song in My Heart’ 2010- Signed a six-album deal with Warner Music
- 2010 - Appeared in the Channel 4 Comedy Gala for Great Ormond Street Hospital
- 2009 - Starred in the advertising campaign for UK insurance comparison website Gocompare.com
- 2008 - Appointed a Member of the Venerable Order of Saint John by HM the Queen
