Gregg Wallace - latest: Masterchef host issues statement amid alleged misconduct

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Gregg Wallace speaks out following his decision to distance himself from MasterChef due to claims of inappropriate behavior.

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Gregg Wallace, the host of BBC's Masterchef, expressed his gratitude to fans for their support after he decided to leave the show amid allegations of making inappropriate sexual remarks over several years.

Mr. Wallace departed from the BBC program on Thursday following allegations from 13 individuals who collaborated with him on various shows over a span of 17 years.

One of the individuals accusing misconduct is Kirsty Wark, a former presenter from BBC Newsnight. She has stated that during the filming of a Celebrity Masterchef episode in 2011, Wallace made jokes with sexual undertones.

Sir Rod Stewart has claimed that Wallace "shamed" his wife, Penny Lancaster, during her time on Celebrity MasterChef.

In response to the claims made in a social media video, Wallace expressed gratitude by saying, “I want to extend my thanks to everyone who has reached out and offered their support. I really appreciate it, thank you all very much.”

According to a BBC News investigation, the 60-year-old reportedly spoke candidly about his sexual experiences and even mentioned to a younger female coworker that he wasn't wearing any underwear beneath his jeans.

The Independent has reached out to Wallace's team for a response. A spokesperson for the BBC stated, "We will not accept any conduct that doesn't meet the standards we uphold."

Sir Rod Stewart Labels Gregg Wallace A 'Bully'

Sir Rod Stewart has criticized Gregg Wallace, calling him a "bully" for reportedly "embarrassing" his wife during her time on MasterChef.

The musician's statements come after the news that Wallace has resigned from the BBC cooking competition due to accusations of making inappropriate sexual remarks over a number of years.

Following the announcement about the BBC looking into Wallace's actions, Stewart made a post where he alleged that the host was disrespectful towards Penny Lancaster during her appearance on the show in 2021.

Jacob Stolworthy, November 29, 2024, 8:15 AM

Gregg Wallace Speaks Out After MasterChef Drama

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Wallace Fully Cooperating With Production Review

Gregg Wallace has pledged to fully collaborate with an outside assessment conducted by Banijay UK, the company behind MasterChef.

The company issued a statement saying, "This week, the BBC received complaints from people regarding past allegations of inappropriate behavior involving presenter Gregg Wallace during one of our programs."

Although these individuals have not brought their concerns directly to our show's producers or to our parent company, Banijay UK, we believe it is necessary to carry out an immediate and thorough external review to investigate the matter completely and fairly.

During the ongoing review, Gregg Wallace will temporarily step back from his position on MasterChef and intends to fully assist and collaborate throughout the entire process.

At Banijay UK, we prioritize the well-being of our employees. We clearly communicate our expectations for behavior to everyone involved in our productions, both on-screen talent and crew members. There are various options available for raising concerns, including the possibility of doing so anonymously, and we make sure these are well-highlighted on set.

"Although these are past claims, any instances that come to our notice where these standards are not upheld are investigated carefully and dealt with properly."

Alexander Butler wrote on November 29, 2024, at 5:30 AM.

BBC Declares Zero Tolerance For Bad Behavior

A representative from the BBC stated, "We take all concerns brought to our attention seriously and have strong procedures established to address them."

"We want to make it clear that we do not accept any actions that do not meet the BBC's standards."

"When someone is hired directly by an outside production company, we communicate any complaints or issues to that company, and we are committed to assisting them in resolving these matters."

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Gregg Wallace Quizzes Penny Lancaster On Rod Stewart

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Meet Celebrity Chef Gregg Wallace

Mr. Wallace, who is 60 years old, is most recognized for his role as a co-host on MasterChef, where he has worked with John Torode since 2005. He has also been involved in related shows, including Celebrity MasterChef and MasterChef: The Professionals.

He was the first host of the BBC program Saturday Kitchen when it launched in 2002. Additionally, he has appeared on shows such as Eat Well For Less, Inside The Factory, Turn Back Time, Harvest, and Supermarket Secrets.

In 2022, he received an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for his contributions to the food industry and charitable work. Mr. Wallace also competed in Strictly Come Dancing in 2014, where he was paired with Aliona Vilani.

He has a son and daughter, Tom and Libby, from a previous relationship. In 2016, he married Anne-Marie Sterpini, and together they welcomed a son named Sid.

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Kirsty Wark Claims Wallace Made Sexual Jokes

Kirsty Wark, who used to present BBC Newsnight, has alleged that Mr. Wallace made inappropriate jokes of a sexual nature while they were filming a Celebrity Masterchef episode back in 2011.

"There were two specific instances where he spoke in a sexual manner in front of several people, and no one seemed to respond or engage with his comments," she mentioned.

“The situation was entirely unbalanced. However, I sensed that people were feeling uneasy, which took me by surprise.”

Alexander Butler, November 29, 2024, 1:30 AM

Rod Stewart Calls Gregg Wallace 'Rude Bully'

Sir Rod Stewart has claimed that Masterchef presenter Gregg Wallace embarrassed his wife, who was brought to tears during an episode of the show three years prior.

Sir Rod referred to Mr. Wallace, who is 60 years old, as a "chubby, balding, ill-mannered bully" after Penny Lancaster appeared on a show where the celebrity chef declined to eat her dish in 2021.

In a post on Instagram, Sir Rod expressed, "Gregg Wallace has been let go from Masterchef. It's about time! Goodbye, Wallace."

"You made my wife look bad while she was on the show, but you edited that part out, right?"

"You’re a chubby, bald bully with a bad attitude. Looks like karma has caught up with you. Best wishes, Sir Rod Stewart."

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What Allegations Are Against Wallace?

Mr. Wallace has resigned from his position on MasterChef following accusations of making inappropriate sexual remarks by 13 individuals who collaborated with him on various programs over the last 17 years.

One of the individuals making accusations is former BBC Newsnight host Kirsty Wark. She stated that Mr. Wallace made "sexualized" jokes while they were filming an episode of Celebrity Masterchef back in 2011.

“She mentioned that there were two specific instances where he made inappropriate sexual comments in front of several people, and nobody reacted to it.”

According to a BBC News investigation, Mr. Wallace reportedly spoke candidly about his personal life, including his sex life, and at one point mentioned to a younger female coworker that he wasn't wearing any underwear with his jeans.

The Independent has reached out to Mr. Wallace's team for a response. A spokesperson from the BBC stated that "any conduct that does not meet the BBC's expected standards will be unacceptable."

Alexander Butler, November 28, 2024, at 11:30 PM

Ulrika Jonsson Accuses Gregg Wallace Of Misconduct

Swedish TV star Ulrika Jonsson has stated that Gregg Wallace had to issue an apology after he made an unsuitable comment while filming an episode of Celebrity Masterchef.

Ms. Jonsson, one of the participants on the popular show, mentioned that another woman competing became quite upset after the host reportedly made a "joke."

Once the contestant left the set, Ms. Jonsson mentioned that when she went after her to see what was going on, she learned that Mr. Wallace had made an inappropriate comment.

She then mentioned that Gregg Wallace had made the inappropriate comment, Jonsson claimed. She was quite upset about it.

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