Gregg Wallace has been sacked as MasterChef presenter following an inquiry into alleged misconduct, with 50 more people coming forward with fresh claims. These new allegations include groping and indecent exposure, adding to previous accusations of inappropriate sexual comments. Wallace denies the most serious claims but apologizes for inappropriate humor and language. The BBC and production companies face renewed questions about their safeguarding practices and duty of care.
Gregg Wallace: MasterChef host sacked as 50 more people make claims
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Gregg Wallace has been sacked as MasterChef presenter following an inquiry into alleged misconduct, with 50 more people coming forward with fresh claims. These new allegations include groping and indecent exposure, adding to previous accusations of inappropriate sexual comments. Wallace denies the most serious claims but apologizes for inappropriate humor and language. The BBC and production companies face renewed questions about their safeguarding practices and duty of care.
Trending- 1 2002: A participant on Saturday Kitchen alleges Wallace groped her.
- 2 Mid-to-late 2000s: Publicist Esther describes an incident where Wallace allegedly behaved inappropriately in her hotel room.
- 3 2011-2013: Alice worked on MasterChef and alleges Wallace pulled his trousers down in front of her.
- 4 2012: Anna worked on a photo shoot and alleges Wallace pulled his trousers down in front of her.
- 5 2013: A university student alleges Wallace groped her in a nightclub.
- 6 2013: Sophie alleges Wallace groped her at a MasterChef wrap party.
- 7 2014: A woman alleges Wallace groped her at an industry ball.
- 8 2016: A cameraman alleges Wallace made inappropriate comments on Eat Well For Less.
- 9 2017: Radio host Aasmah Mir complained about Wallace's behavior on Celebrity MasterChef.
- 10 2018: A group of young workers complained about Wallace's time on Impossible Celebrities; Kate Phillips spoke to Wallace about his 'unacceptable' behavior.
- 11 End of last year (2024): BBC News published its initial investigation with 13 allegations.
- 12 November (last year): Gregg Wallace stepped aside from MasterChef.
- 13 2022: A 19-year-old MasterChef worker flagged concerns about Wallace's comments about her body.
- 14 2023: A former police officer tried to report concerns about Wallace's sexually inappropriate language to the BBC.
- 15 April (current year): Wallace gave an interview to the Daily Mail.
- 16 Tuesday (July 8, 2025): Gregg Wallace sacked; 50 more people approach BBC with fresh claims; Wallace posts a lengthy Instagram statement denying serious allegations but apologizing for inappropriate language.
- Gregg Wallace sacked from MasterChef
- Damage to Gregg Wallace's reputation
- Ongoing independent inquiry into allegations
- Fresh scrutiny on BBC and production companies' safeguarding practices and duty of care
- Calls for accountability from senior leadership in the media industry
- Nationwide discussion about workplace behavior and 'cultures of silence'
- Potential reforms in the creative industries
What: Gregg Wallace, MasterChef presenter, has been sacked as a result of an inquiry into alleged misconduct, with 50 more people making fresh claims against him.
When: Tuesday (July 8, 2025): Gregg Wallace sacked; 50 more people approached BBC with claims; Wallace posted a lengthy Instagram statement. Inquiry expected back imminently. Stepped aside from show in November (last year) after initial investigation (end of last year). Incidents date back to 2002, 2011-2013, 2012, 2013, 2014, mid-to-late 2000s, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2023. Daily Mail interview in April.
Where: United Kingdom (implied by BBC, British television), including Nottingham (book tour), various TV sets, dressing rooms, nightclubs, and industry balls.
Why: Allegations of inappropriate sexual comments and behavior (including groping and indecent exposure) by Gregg Wallace, which led to an independent inquiry and his subsequent sacking. Many victims felt unable to complain at the time due to fear of career repercussions.
How: An independent law firm conducted an inquiry on behalf of MasterChef's production company, Banijay. New claims from 50 individuals, including Alice, Sophie, Anna, and Esther, detail various incidents of alleged misconduct. Wallace denies the most serious allegations but admits to inappropriate language. The BBC and production companies are facing scrutiny over their handling of past complaints.