Matt Tebbutt Replaces Gregg Wallace as MasterChef: The Professionals Judge

Matt Tebbutt has been confirmed as the new judge on MasterChef: The Professionals, joining Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti for the upcoming series on BBC One and iPlayer. Tebbutt, known for hosting Saturday Kitchen and with a strong background as a professional chef and restaurateur, replaces Gregg Wallace following an independent review that upheld numerous misconduct allegations against Wallace and revealed use of racial language by John Torode, leading to both being removed from the show. The judging team will be supported by guest judges in the early stages to enhance the competition's challenges. Tebbutt expressed his honor to work alongside Wareing and Galetti, praising their knowledge and uncompromising standards. The BBC emphasized Tebbutt's extensive experience in the restaurant industry and media as ideal for elevating the show and highlighting emerging culinary talent. Meanwhile, Wallace issued an apology for his past behavior but has stepped away from MasterChef, ending his role since the show's inception in 2008.