Overview

• During the Vibe FM appearance, D’Acampo said a “real man” wants women to have “things to grab,” warning against being “too skinny.”
• He also quipped that “Italian food is like Italian men, minimum effort, maximum satisfaction.”
• These remarks mark his first notable public engagement since ITV dismissed him in February over allegations of inappropriate behaviour spanning 12 years.
• ITV has vowed never to work with D’Acampo again and he has denied all allegations as “deeply upsetting” and out of character.
• Earlier this month, his restaurant chain was rescued from administration by a £5 million buyout that saved 400 jobs.