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The Latest Breaking News from Masterchef

MasterChef is ‘not real’ says former judge Marco Pierre White: ‘Don’t take it seriously’

The Michelin-star chef has appeared on multiple international versions of the BBC hit

The Independent UK

No sour grapes from Casper as he becomes the final Canberran eliminated from Masterchef

He also reveals the much-loved restaurant he worked at earlier this year.

The Canberra Times

John Torode and Lisa Faulkner’s cookery show reportedly paused by ITV

Torode was sacked from ‘MasterChef’ in 2025

The Independent UK

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It Is Seriously Crazy How Long Fox Is Keeping MasterChef Off The Air

Gordon Ramsay is not amused.

Cinemablend

MasterChef’s Andy Allen Calls Out Major Change That Completely Flipped The Show: ‘Very Strict’

"I probably wouldn't have won."

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MasterChef review – the BBC’s disgraced cookery show is warmer, sharper and funnier than ever

New hosts Grace Dent and chef Anna Haugh have shaken off the show’s crusty, stale feel. They’re a real improvement on John Torode and Gregg Wallace

The Guardian - UK

Gregg Wallace announces ‘big plans’ to travel across Italy and build autism business

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Grace Dent and Anna Haugh pave the way for a new MasterChef era: 'It's bigger than any one person'

Following the Gregg Wallace and John Torode exits, it’s a new era for MasterChef - and Grace and Anna have been ready for the challenge

Woman & Home

Matt Preston: ‘I just think men have to grow up a bit’

The food writer and former MasterChef Australia judge on his cravat collection, watching brain surgery and the best meal he’s had for under $20

The Guardian - AU

Gregg Wallace claims MasterChef misconduct allegations were a ‘pile on’

The disgraced star claims that after his reputation was already ‘being dragged through the mud’ an ‘open invitation’ was issued to come forward

Evening Standard

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 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

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

Rick Stein: When people think restaurants are a way to print money, I just think: 'you try it!'

The chef talks to Graeme Green about Masterchef, ‘Padstein’ criticism and Christmas

Evening Standard

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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

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

Evening Standard

John Torode discusses MasterChef firing in first public appearance since exit— as fans claim 'stitch up'

The chef, 60, was fired from MasterChef in July after allegations that he used a racial slur at an after-work drinks in 2018

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Evening Standard

Gregg Wallace launches legal action against BBC following MasterChef sacking

The former TV host was sacked in July after an investigation into historical allegations of misconduct upheld multiple accusations against him.

The Guardian - UK

BBC announces all-female MasterChef presenting team after sacking of Wallace and Torode

Grace Dent will host alongside chef Anna Haugh, who stood in for Gregg Wallace in final episodes of current season

The Independent UK

John Torode’s MasterChef replacement ‘revealed’ amid ‘nightmare salary dispute’

New host has reportedly put brakes on ‘done deal’ ahead of ‘imminent’ series

Evening Standard

BBC removes half of Gregg Wallace recipes after MasterChef exit

Six of the disgraced TV presenter’s 11 dishes have been quietly removed in recent weeks, including his ‘comforting’ sausage and lentil soup, along with his ‘delightfully simple’ mince pie ice cream

Evening Standard

Second MasterChef contestant edited out of scandal-hit series after Gregg Wallace and John Torode axe

Production company Banijay UK confirmed the unnamed cook asked to be removed after 45 complaints about Wallace’s behaviour and one against Torode were upheld

Evening Standard

MasterChef ratings plunge as new series airs following Gregg Wallace and John Torode’s sacking

In a last-minute move, the show was reportedly re-edited to reduce Wallace and Torode’s screen time

Evening Standard

Why is the BBC airing the new season of MasterChef?

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