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HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 | History Defined

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

Why John Torode was on Celebrity MasterChef despite sacking

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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

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‘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

Woman & Home

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

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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

Evening Standard

Kaye Adams temporarily removed from BBC radio show after complaint

Adams has presented for BBC Radio Scotland since 2010

The Independent UK

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

Evening Standard

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

Torode will co-host alongside restaurant critic Grace Dent

The Independent UK

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.

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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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MasterChef crowns its 2025 series winner

The season finale saw Harry Maguire, Claire Syrenne and Sophie Sugrue competing to win the BBC amateur cooking programme.

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The Guardian - UK

TV tonight: the end of an era for the most controversial cookery show

It’s the final of Masterchef, as Gregg Wallace and John Torode exit. Plus there’s fun media malarkey with The Paper. Here’s what to watch this evening

Evening Standard

Three MasterChef finalists ‘privileged’ to be in battle for trophy

The show’s 21st series is being aired after former judges Gregg Wallace and John Torode were sacked from the show.

Evening Standard

Penny Lancaster says Gregg Wallace’s behaviour on MasterChef left her 'shaking and in tears'

In her new memoir, the Loose Women presenter details a tense on-set confrontation

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

The Independent UK

New MasterChef: The Professionals judge Matt Tebbutt says he doesn’t ‘want to ruffle any feathers’

‘Saturday Kitchen’ presenter is stepping in to replace Gregg Wallace

Woman & Home

Who is Anna Haugh? Everything to know about the new MasterChef host

The new hosts of MasterChef have been announced, and fans are interested to find out more about Anna Haugh

The Guardian - UK

Gregg Wallace launches legal claim against BBC over dismissal

Former MasterChef host was dropped by BBC after allegations of inappropriate behaviour were upheld

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