MasterChef, John Torode and Racist Language
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The BBC in a statement said an “extremely offensive racist term” had been used in the workplace, prompting Torode’s contract to not be renewed.
The 'MasterChef' Gregg Wallace saga was dealt with by Tim Davie, who said the show is "bigger than individuals"
BBC director-general Tim Davie has condemned the ‘serious racist term’ used by John Torode as it is confirmed that the Aussie chef's MasterChef contract will not be renewed
With the departure of its long-time hosts, MasterChef faces a turning point. Can the BBC spice things up, or is it time to close the cookbook for good?
STRAIGHT-TALKING TV chef John Torode stood by his wife when she made an allegation against his shamed co-star Gregg Wallace – and now it’s her turn to support him. Last December
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Nicky Campbell taking your calls on the future of the BBC's most popular cooking programme after complaints were upheld about the behaviour of Gregg Wallace and John Torode.
With more revelations about MasterChef and it's presenters coming to light, it is time to put the show to bed.