December 15th 2024.
Gino D'Acampo is at the center of some troubling allegations. The 48-year-old Italian celebrity chef, known for his appearances on popular shows like This Morning, Let's Do Lunch, and Gino's Italian Escape, is now facing claims of inappropriate behavior towards a woman on the set of This Morning. These allegations of sexual harassment have been strongly denied by D'Acampo.
In addition to his cooking shows, D'Acampo has also been a part of the hit series Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip since 2018. Alongside Gordon Ramsay and Fred Sirieix, the trio travels to different countries and immerses themselves in local culture and cuisine. However, it has been reported that while filming for this show, D'Acampo made some questionable comments and gestures towards female staff members.
According to MailOnline, former colleagues have accused the chef of making lewd gestures and suggestive remarks, causing discomfort and upset on set. Insiders from Gordon Ramsay's production company, Studio Ramsay, have also claimed that D'Acampo was difficult to work with and even made some inappropriate jokes towards staff members.
Interestingly, D'Acampo has appeared in the show for four seasons, and it was reported that there was a meeting regarding his behavior in 2021. However, the several complaints made against him were allegedly dropped quietly. This has led to speculations of a cover-up by ITV and the production company.
One source stated, "It looks more and more as if there has been a cover-up by ITV and the production company. ITV did step in and they had a meeting with Gino's former manager where allegations of inappropriate behavior were discussed." Another added, "He is very touchy-feely, not in an appropriate way, and people did not like it. He's rude and difficult."
D'Acampo has vehemently denied these accusations. In a statement to MailOnline, he said, "I have been completely shocked by, and deny utterly, these awful accusations of sexual harassment and misconduct against me, which are alleged to have taken place years ago during the shooting of Gordon, Gino & Fred." He also added, "Let me be clear: This did not happen. I take such matters extremely seriously and in particular the suggestion that I have deliberately acted in this improper way against any female employees is deeply upsetting."
It is worth noting that D'Acampo is best known for his work on This Morning. However, he left the show in 2023 due to filming commitments. Just last week, The Sun reported that he was accused of inappropriate behavior towards a colleague on This Morning. The woman, who has chosen to remain anonymous, filed a complaint to ITV last week, citing D'Acampo's behavior towards her between 2006 and 2011.
A source told the publication that the woman was inspired to come forward after comments made by Masterchef presenter Gregg Wallace. They said, "Her view is she is the middle-aged woman who believes young women shouldn't have to put up with this kind of behavior any more." The source also added that D'Acampo was "younger" and not as famous when they worked together. He would often joke about not wanting to become more famous because he would have to "curtail his behavior."
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