Gregg Wallace Claims Regular Groping During MasterChef Tenure

Gregg Wallace, former host of MasterChef, has revealed that he was regularly groped and subjected to inappropriate sexual comments by female fans and contestants during his time on the show, but he never filed complaints, citing significant issues with the BBC's complaint handling system. Despite being sacked following an investigation that upheld over half of the 83 complaints against him, Wallace defended himself, suggesting some women weaponized accusations against him. He expressed regret over his departure from television and the BBC, stating he no longer wishes to be involved in either and highlighted his concern for the flawed complaint procedures. Wallace's allegations of being harassed contrast with the misconduct findings against him, which involved inappropriate sexual jokes and behavior toward female production staff. He emphasized that although groping is wrong, it was a frequent experience for him, challenging the perception that TV presenters wield unchecked power. Wallace also expressed sympathy for contestants and denied being a bully, underscoring the complexity of workplace dynamics on the show.