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BBC Removes MasterChef Hosts John Torode and Gregg Wallace After Inquiry

Independent Lewis Silkin inquiry substantiated a racist slur complaint against Torode; the BBC has dropped both presenters from MasterChef; ITV is nevertheless airing Torode’s pre-recorded Weekend Kitchen.

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Overview

  • The BBC and production partner Banijay UK declined to renew Torode’s contract after a law-firm probe upheld a complaint that he used the N-word on set in 2018.
  • The investigation also substantiated 45 of 83 misconduct allegations against co-host Gregg Wallace, leading to his removal from the flagship cooking series.
  • Torode has denied any recollection of the alleged incident; he said he learned of his dismissal through media reports rather than direct communication from the BBC or Banijay.
  • ITV proceeded with the scheduled broadcast of John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen this weekend despite Torode’s MasterChef sacking.
  • BBC, with production partner Banijay UK, is assessing replacement hosts for MasterChef; potential legal challenges remain under consideration.