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Maker of Peaky Blinders ‘in advanced talks’ to merge with The Traitors producer

Merger between Paris-based Banijay Group and RedBird IMI-owned All3Media would create a European TV production giant

The Guardian - UK

Gregg Wallace says MasterChef remarks were ‘no worse than Bake Off’ as he apologises after misconduct probe

The former greengrocer, 61, was dismissed after an internal BBC report upheld more than 40 complaints relating to his behaviour while filming the hit cooking show

Evening Standard

John Torode sends emotional message to MasterChef presenter Grace Dent as he slams 'cult'

Torode, who was axed from MasterChef, called Dent’s support ‘unfailing’

Evening Standard

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MasterChef Festive Extravaganza: Champion of Champions review – John Torode leaves the kitchen at last

In this Christmas special, four previous MasterChef winners compete for the ‘ultimate’ accolade. Grace Dent is a joy, while Torode bows out in a … very maverick way indeed

The Guardian - UK

John Torode faces major blow as ITV cooking show 'set to be axed' after MasterChef firing

The chef, 60, was axed from MasterChef earlier this year after being accused of using an ‘offensive racist term’

Evening Standard

‘Extraordinary cook’ named winner of Celebrity MasterChef after impressing with 1970s dinner party menu

Johnson beat former rugby player Alun Wyn Jones, and author and broadcaster, Dawn O’Porter, to win the series

The Independent UK

Celebrity MasterChef winner crowned after cooking 1970s dinner party menu

Alun Wyn Jones, Dawn O’Porter and Ginger Johnson were competing to be the 20th winner of the show’s celebrity version.

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John Torode in therapy after losing MasterChef role as he reflects on 'brutal' sacking

The celebrity chef fronted the BBC series for 20 years before being dismissed over allegations he had used racist language

Evening Standard

John Torode returns to host Celebrity MasterChef months after firing

The chef, 60, was axed from MasterChef following allegations he used ‘racist language’ at a work party

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Celebrity MasterChef viewers confused by sacked John Torode’s ‘return’ to show

‘Did John not also step down from the show?’ asked one perplexed viewer

The Independent UK

‘This is the ultimate after-clubbing comfort food’: Grace Dent makes her grand MasterChef debut

COMMENT: Nick Hilton shares his verdict on restaurant critic Dent as she arrives to co-host ‘Celebrity MasterChef’

The Independent UK

Grace Dent reflects on the 'utter male energy' of MasterChef as she brings it into a new era

The show's new presenter looks back at the 'big characters' that once stood at the helm of the series

Woman & Home

Quiz yourself on all things MasterChef as the show returns for its latest celebrity series

Celebrity MasterChef is back with a whole new host of stars ready to hit the kitchen

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The Independent UK

MasterChef’s Grace Dent praises ‘kind, clever’ John Torode despite sacking over ‘racist term’

The new presenter of BBC’s flagship cooking franchise also said she ‘utterly cut [herself] off’ from remarks made by Gregg Wallace during filming

Evening Standard

John Torode breaks silence on MasterChef axe as BBC boss Tim Davie forced out

The Australian chef had some choice words as his former employers were plunged into turmoil

Evening Standard

Timeline of chaos at the BBC: The string of scandals faced by Tim Davie in recent years

From Huw Edwards to Gregg Wallace, the BBC has been hit by a number of headline-grabbing scandals in the past two and a half years

The Independent UK

Kaye Adams temporarily removed from BBC radio show after complaint

Adams has presented for BBC Radio Scotland since 2010

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Evening Standard

Kaye Adams' fate at ITV 'revealed' after she was suspended by BBC for 'shouting and screaming' at staff

Adams, 62, has been removed from her Mornings With Kaye Adams programme on BBC Radio Scotland amid bullying allegations

Evening Standard

Celebrity MasterChef 2025 lineup revealed: pop stars, soap icons and a sporting legend step into the kitchen

From Liberty X’s Michelle Heaton to rugby hero Alun Wyn Jones, BBC’s 20th series serves up its most eclectic cast yet

The Independent UK

John Torode to appear on Celebrity MasterChef for final time as lineup announced

Torode will co-host alongside restaurant critic Grace Dent

Evening Standard

Chris Hughes and Alun Wyn Jones to appear in new Celebrity MasterChef

The star-studded lineup, which includes TV star Ashley Cain and Paralympian Gaz Choudhry, will compete in the 20th series of the hit spin-off show.

Evening Standard

BBC hits back at Gregg Wallace’s £10k damages claim after MasterChef sacking

The broadcaster has filed a defence against the former presenter’s legal action over misconduct allegations

Evening Standard

Gregg Wallace seeking £10,000 from BBC for 'distress and harassment' after MasterChef axe

The presenter, 60, was sacked from the BBC cooking competition in July after numerous allegations of inappropriate conduct were upheld

Woman & Home

Exclusive: Penny Lancaster opens up on her 'pity for Gregg Wallace' and the enduring desire that she shares with rock legend hubby Sir Rod Stewart

The TV presenter and special constable reveals why she took a stand against the shamed former Celebrity MasterChef judge

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