Gregg Wallace and John Torode's sacking sparks MasterChef controversy
- The BBC aired a new series of MasterChef featuring Gregg Wallace and John Torode, despite their sacking due to upheld allegations of misconduct.
- Following the investigation into Wallace's alleged inappropriate behavior and Torode's use of racist language, both hosts were terminated from the show.
- The decision by the BBC to continue airing the series has led to viewer conflict, as many fans struggle to separate their enjoyment of the cooking competition from the serious allegations surrounding its presenters.
In August 2025, the controversial cooking show airs its latest season featuring previously sacked hosts Gregg Wallace and John Torode, which was filmed prior to their dismissals. Allegations of misconduct against Wallace surfaced in November 2024, leading to an investigation by the production company Banijay UK. The Lewis Silkin review substantiated 45 out of 83 allegations against Wallace, including inappropriate sexual language and unwelcome physical contact. John Torode also faced an upheld allegation of racial language, prompting his termination. Although the BBC decided to air the series, the situation left many viewers feeling conflicted as their favorite cooking show is intertwined with serious misconduct allegations. As the season progresses, Anna Haugh is set to replace Wallace in the final episodes due to the controversy surrounding his behavior. The BBC's decision to broadcast this series aimed at honoring the contestants, despite significant viewer pushback and discomfort regarding the hosts’ presence.