November 29th 2024.
Gregg Wallace, the beloved host of Masterchef, has recently been facing a series of shocking allegations. It has been reported that he has been accused of inappropriate behavior by not just one, but thirteen women, including Kirsty Wark. The allegations range from making sexual jokes to mimicking sex acts and even walking around the studio in the nude. As a result, Gregg has stepped down from his role on the hit BBC show, after it was announced that historical allegations of misconduct were being investigated by producer Banijay.
The latest accusations against Gregg involve three separate incidents where he allegedly groped women, both on and off set. One former contestant even claimed that he had groped her while the cameras were rolling. She also stated that when she moved away, he called her a "stupid cow" for burning her hand and later "had her card marked" when she confronted him about his behavior. Another woman has come forward with a similar story, claiming that Gregg squeezed her bum and made lewd comments while they were in a crowded pub.
These allegations have been further supported by Emma Kennedy, a Celebrity Masterchef contestant, who claimed that she witnessed Gregg groping a camera assistant during a photo shoot in 2012. She stated that she had complained about his behavior at the time, but nothing was done about it. This has raised concerns about whether the production team was aware of his actions and chose to ignore them.
In response to the allegations, Gregg's lawyers have denied any wrongdoing and stated that it is "entirely false" that he engages in any behavior of a sexually harassing nature. However, more and more women are coming forward with their own stories, including Dr. Kate Tomas, who accused him of sexual harassment while she was a contestant on Masterchef in 2008. She refused to return to the show when invited back and also claimed that he made racist remarks in front of an Indian co-worker.
The allegations have sparked a public outcry, with many celebrities speaking out against Gregg's behavior. Kirsty Wark, who was part of the group of women who filed an official complaint, shared an alleged "sexualized" joke that he had told her and stated that his remarks were "really really in the wrong place". Even Sir Rod Stewart has joined the criticism, calling Gregg a "tubby, bald-headed, ill-mannered bully" for how he treated his wife, Penny Lancaster, during her appearance on the show in 2021.
The BBC, which has already been facing a difficult year, has stated that they take these allegations seriously and have robust processes in place to deal with them. They have also pledged to support any complaints or concerns raised by the production team. As for Gregg, he has broken his silence with a video on Instagram, thanking those who have supported him so far. However, the investigation is still ongoing and the truth about his behavior may soon come to light.
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