Gregg Wallace Apologizes After BBC Misconduct Probe

Former MasterChef host Gregg Wallace has publicly apologized after an investigation upheld 45 out of 83 complaints of inappropriate behavior, including sexual language, crude jokes, and one incident of unwelcome physical contact. Wallace, who was removed from his role by the BBC, has insisted that he is not a groper, sex pest, or flasher, and said the allegations have deeply hurt him and his family. He acknowledged that his actions, influenced by workplace culture and his personal background, were offensive and unacceptable, and expressed regret to those affected. Wallace also defended his former co-host John Torode against a substantiated allegation of racist language, stating Torode is not a racist. Wallace admitted to some inappropriate behavior but claimed some allegations were exaggerated or misinterpreted, and said he has learned from the scandal, including through his recent autism diagnosis. The BBC has confirmed that MasterChef will continue to air despite the controversy.