Gregg Wallace accused of inappropriate behavior at food festival

In 2019, Donna Ball attended a food festival in Bolton where Gregg Wallace was a guest. During the event, she claims he made a series of crude sexual jokes that she felt were reminiscent of old Carry On films. Ball described Wallace's behavior as mean and degrading towards women, noting that he often referred to his wife's role in a way that suggested she was solely focused on his needs. Another incident at a book signing left an older woman feeling embarrassed after Wallace wrote a dismissive comment in her book. Ball reported that other witnesses, including a celebrity who remained unnamed, expressed discomfort with Wallace’s behavior. Following several complaints, including allegations from other participants of his television shows, Banijay UK initiated an external review into his conduct. This scrutiny is seen as part of a broader conversation about inappropriate behavior in the entertainment industry.