Gregg Wallace Resigns Amid Misconduct Allegations

Gregg Wallace, the MasterChef presenter, has publicly criticized the complaints against him, stating they originate from 'middle-class women of a certain age' after stepping back from the show amid allegations of sexual misconduct. He defended himself on Instagram, highlighting his 20 years of experience with over 4,000 contestants and questioning the validity of the 13 complaints, which include accusations of inappropriate sexual jokes and behavior. The producer, Banijay UK, announced an external investigation into these historical allegations, emphasizing their commitment to staff safety. Wallace's remarks have drawn both support and criticism, with some former contestants defending him against the accusations. The BBC has refrained from commenting as the investigation proceeds. Allegations against Wallace include claims of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct made by former contestants and colleagues.