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John Torode: The Australian-born chef who has spent 20 years on MasterChef
Australian-born chef John Torode has been at the helm of MasterChef alongside Gregg Wallace for 20 years. The programme, which tests amateur chefs on their culinary skills, was originally called MasterChef Goes Large when the duo began presenting it in 2005, after they met in the 1990s when Wallace, greengrocer to London's top restaurants for more than 20 years, began supplying Torode's businesses. The 59-year-old, who was born in Sydney, Australia in 1965, was a resident chef on This Morning, appearing alongside Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan, before he achieved widespread fame with Wallace on the revamped version of the show. Alongside Wallace, Torode also presented spin-off show Celebrity MasterChef and co-hosted an episode of the satirical BBC quiz Have I Got News For You in 2011. The duo's version of the show was a revamped edition of the original 1990-2001 series, which was hosted by Loyd Grossman. Also in 2011, a viral mash-up in which clips of Torode and Wallace were spliced together to create a two-minute auto-tuned song about cheesecake raked in more than 11 million views on YouTube, and subsequently peaked at number 37 in the UK singles chart. Across the years there have been rumours that the two men did not get along off-screen, although Wallace previously said they are friendly. Speaking about a dinner he had with Torode, Wallace told the PA news agency in 2012: 'We drank some very good red wine and we finished with a couple of brandies. We talked about love, life, weight loss, hair loss – I'm very fond of John.' In 2022, Torode was made an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours, for his services to food and charity. Speaking on the day he was honoured, Torode said: 'I feel very privileged, it's a real honour and I feel great about it.' Before allegations of misconduct against Wallace emerged, the two celebrated the show's 20th anniversary with a dinner at Fishmongers' Hall in London, during the show's semi-finals week, and welcomed more then 70 guests who had been connected with the show over the last two decades. After allegations emerged, Torode confirmed in December last year he would continue to host MasterChef, saying he 'loves being part of' the programme. On Monday, Torode confirmed he had a standalone allegation of racist language upheld in the same report that found a total of 45 out of the 83 allegations of misconduct made against Wallace during his time on the show were substantiated. Torode said had 'no recollection of the incident' and was 'shocked and saddened' by the allegation in an Instagram post. After the allegation came to light, MasterChef producer Banijay UK and the BBC announced that his contract will not be renewed. A Banijay spokesperson said: 'In response to John Torode's statement, it is important to stress that Banijay UK takes this matter incredibly seriously. 'The legal team at Lewis Silkin that investigated the allegations relating to Gregg Wallace also substantiated an accusation of highly offensive racist language against John Torode which occurred in 2018. 'This matter has been formally discussed with John Torode by Banijay UK, and whilst we note that John says he does not recall the incident, Lewis Silkin have upheld the very serious complaint. Banijay UK and the BBC are agreed that we will not renew his contract on MasterChef.' As well as his on screen work, Torode has written a series of cookbooks, including Sydney To Seoul, My Kind Of Food and John And Lisa's Kitchen with his wife Lisa Faulkner, and is the former owner of the Luxe and Smiths Of Smithfield restaurants in London. Torode has four children, and married actress and Celebrity MasterChef winner Faulkner in 2019.
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07-07-2025
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Comedian Reginald D Hunter appears in court over social media posts
Comedian Reginald D Hunter has appeared in court over alleged antisemitic social media posts. The 56-year-old US stand-up is accused of three counts of sending an offensive communication on three different occasions – on August 24, September 10 and September 11 last year – to Heidi Bachram on X, formerly Twitter. He spoke to confirm his personal details when he appeared at London's Westminster Magistrates' Court on Monday for the private prosecution, which is being brought by the Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) charity. It is alleged Hunter sent a computer-generated sexual image to Ms Bachram in August last year, with the charges claiming it was 'grossly offensive'. No indication of plea was given and Hunter was bailed to return for a hearing at the same court on November 14. Deputy district judge Louise Balmain told him: 'There is going to be an initial legal argument as to whether the case should proceed and that will take place on November 14.' The judge told Hunter to attend that hearing as he will learn if the case goes ahead and whether he will have to enter a plea. Hunter, whose address was given as care of Kalber Struckley solicitors, was released on unconditional bail. Hunter regularly tours the UK and has appeared on comedy panel shows Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Have I Got News For You and 8 Out Of 10 Cats. In an Instagram post published last week, Hunter said the CAA is 'dragging me to court for jokes online'. Hunter also declared he is 'fighting a private prosecution for my comedy' in a crowdfunding appeal launched to help cover legal fees. A total of £19,836 towards a £50,000 target had been pledged by the time he made his first appearance in court on Monday. The crowdfunder, aimed at raising money towards specialist counsel and any appeals procedures and court fees, states: 'Born in Georgia in 1969, Reginald has been a force in UK comedy since 1992. 'Known for his biting social commentary, he has appeared on Have I Got News For You, 8 Out of 10 Cats and was Perrier-nominated at Edinburgh Festival. 'Reginald challenges audiences on racism, politics, and religion. He is staunchly anti-War and has publicly criticised Israel in the past.' The CAA describes itself as an organisation of volunteers which works to 'expose and counter antisemitism through education and zero-tolerance enforcement of the law'. Stephen Silverman, the group's director of investigations and enforcement, previously said: 'This is one of a number of private prosecutions that we are bringing, and there will be more to say on the case in due course.'
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09-06-2025
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Helston's 'Beating of the Bounds' tradition baffles stars on popular BBC show
Helston's unique 'Beating of the Bounds' tradition received national attention this week after being featured on the extended edition of a popular TV show. During an episode of Have I Got a Bit More News for You, the extended version of Have I Got News for You, a photograph of a sod of turf was shown on screen, with host Richard Ayoade asking team members what it was. The panels were asked what the picture represented (Image: BBC iPlayer) Ian Hislop replied straight away: 'It's grass. If you put it on your head and someone hits you, it softens the blow.' Presenter Richard Ayoade quipped back: 'You speak from experience.' Read More: Fate of one of Helston's much loved and unique traditions revealed When Richard explained that the sod of turf represented a tradition in the historic Cornish town of Helston, Ian highlighted Helston's biggest tradition, Flora Day. He said: 'Oh, where they have the dance! Has anyone else been to see it?' Sadly, no one replied, but Ian added: 'You have had sad lives.' Richard then questioned Ian, asking if it was just him dancing in a field, much to the amusement of the audience. A passage from a recent Beating of the Bounds article was read out (Image: BBC iPlayer) He then read a passage from one of the Falmouth Packet's recently published articles about the Beating of the Bounds tradition. Helston's Beating of the Bounds receives lifeline from local church A photograph from this year's event was displayed, capturing one of the event's key organisers, John Boase, lifting a participant over a boundary marker topped with a sod of turf. An image of John Boase lifting a member of the public was shown on the screen (Image: BBC iPlayer) The feature was a welcome sight for Helston residents and fans of the tradition, which successfully returned last month under new management. St Michael's Church now runs the event after its future was in doubt following safety concerns raised by the Town Council. REVIEW: Wheal Dream's new carvery breakfast a 'sunny side up' delight John Boase, who serves as both a Helston Town Councillor and a St Michael's Church Warden, was instrumental in ensuring the tradition's continuation and was delighted by the promising turnout. This Have I Got a Bit More News For You episode can be found on BBC iPlayer, series 69 episode ten.
