December 4th 2024.
Popular TV personality Gregg Wallace has recently been hit with new accusations of inappropriate behavior towards women. This comes after his decision to step down from hosting BBC's MasterChef last week. According to BBC News, multiple women have come forward with claims of Wallace touching them inappropriately.
One woman stated that Wallace had touched her buttocks after an event, while another recalled him pressing his crotch against her during filming for a different show. A third woman alleged that when she visited Wallace's dressing room, she found him with his trousers partially lowered. The producers of MasterChef, Banijay UK, have stated that Wallace is cooperating with an external review, while his lawyers have strongly denied any claims of sexual harassment.
BBC News also reported that in 2015, Wallace had allegedly pressed his crotch against a female staff member while filming for the show Eat Well For Less in a supermarket. Lisa, not her real name, shared her experience with BBC, stating that Wallace had brushed past her at the checkout and made inappropriate comments. She described the encounter as "slimy" and "disgusting" and claimed that when she raised it with a senior colleague, nothing was done about it.
Wallace's lawyers have refuted these claims, stating that he does not engage in any behavior of a sexually harassing nature. Another woman, Anna, also not her real name, who worked on MasterChef in 2015, alleged that she was called to Wallace's dressing room to fix his bow tie for an after work event. She claims that she found Wallace with his trousers partially lowered and his pubic hair on display. However, she did not see how this had happened. She also added that she felt uncomfortable and embarrassed by the whole situation.
Anna shared that she had informed her colleagues about the incident, and the production company had offered her the opportunity to take further action, but she declined. She explained that she didn't want to make a fuss, especially at the beginning of her career. However, now she has stronger boundaries and would not tolerate such behavior. She also expressed her disappointment with Wallace's actions.
In light of these allegations, the BBC has cancelled the Christmas specials of MasterChef. Other celebrities have also spoken out, and the BBC has had a rough year, from the Strictly scandal to the Wallace allegations. Wallace's past controversies have also resurfaced, and his wife has been seen looking glum amidst the scandal.
One woman, referred to as Sarah by the BBC, claimed that Wallace had groped her during a group hug in a lift in 2022. She stated that it made her feel "gross" and that she can't bear to watch him on TV anymore. She also expressed her sadness that more and more people are coming forward with similar experiences, but also her relief that people are speaking up.
Banijay, the company that owns Shine, has stated that they have extensively spoken to Anna and confirmed that the door was open during the incident. They also mentioned that Anna did not feel threatened at any point. Another allegation has also been made against Wallace, with a woman claiming that he had touched her bottom during a group hug in a lift. These accusations are being taken seriously, and it remains to be seen how this will affect Wallace's career.
Famous TV personality Gregg Wallace has been at the center of controversy recently, as he stepped back from his role hosting the popular BBC show MasterChef amid allegations of inappropriate behavior towards women. According to BBC News, three different women have come forward with claims against him, sparking an external review and causing Banijay UK, the producers of the show, to state that Wallace is cooperating fully with the investigation.
The first allegation came from a woman who said Wallace touched her bottom after an event, while another woman claimed he pressed his crotch against her during filming for a different show. BBC News also spoke to a third woman, who alleged that when she visited Wallace's dressing room, his trousers were partially lowered. His lawyers have strongly denied any accusations of sexual harassment, but these claims have sparked further concern.
One woman, who asked to be referred to as Lisa, described an incident in 2015 while working on the BBC show Eat Well For Less, where Wallace allegedly pressed his crotch against her while they were in a supermarket checkout line. Lisa stated that Wallace laughed and made a suggestive comment, leaving her feeling uncomfortable and disgusted. She claims that she reported the incident to a senior colleague, but nothing was done about it.
Wallace's lawyers have stated that these allegations are false and that he does not engage in any behavior of a sexually harassing nature. However, another woman, who we will call Anna, has come forward with a similar story. She said that in 2015, she was called to Wallace's dressing room to fix his bow tie for an after-work event. Allegedly, his trousers were partially lowered, and Anna could see his pubic hair and the top part of his penis. She also stated that he stared at her in a way that made her feel uncomfortable and like it was a power play. Anna reported the incident to her colleagues, and while the production company offered her the opportunity to take further action, she declined, not wanting to make a fuss early in her career.
The BBC has recently come under fire for their handling of sexual harassment claims, and these allegations against Wallace only add to the controversy. In a separate incident, another woman, who we will call Sarah, claimed that Wallace groped her during a group hug in a lift in 2022. She described feeling gross and uncomfortable, and stated that she can no longer watch him on TV. The BBC has referred to her as a victim, and Sarah expressed her gratitude for others coming forward with their stories.
Banijay, the company that owns Shine and produces MasterChef, stated that they have spoken extensively with Anna and determined that the door to Wallace's dressing room was open during the incident, and she did not feel threatened. However, the fact that multiple women have come forward with similar claims is concerning and cannot be ignored.
The allegations against Wallace have caused a stir in the media, with many celebrities and public figures speaking out and expressing their opinions. There has also been backlash against the BBC, with some calling for changes in their handling of sexual harassment claims. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen what the future holds for Wallace and his career.
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