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Wales Online
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
New MasterChef series sees BBC make big change that viewers will spot straight away
New MasterChef series sees BBC make big change that viewers will spot straight away Gregg Wallace and John Torode have been sacked by the BBC and it shows Despite their good rapport, they insist their relationship remains strictly professional. (Image: BBC/Shine TV) I haven't watched MasterChef for years, not because I stopped being a fan of the show, but more because I got quite bored of the same format. Contestants look stressed, make a meal, we question whether or not they'll do it in time, they inevitably do and all the while John Torode and Gregg Wallace make light-hearted banter with the amateur chefs. However, I thought I'd give the new season a go. With controversy surrounding the show following numerous allegations made against Gregg and a racism accusation against John, I thought to myself 'what will the BBC air of the dismissed co-hosts?' To answer my own question, it seems very little. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter . Following rumours that the pre-recorded series wouldn't see the light of day, many fans of the show are questioning whether or not to watch the new season. One person shared on X: " So today's decision (as a big MasterChef fan) is do I watch or not?" Upon watching the new season myself, I noticed one big thing that differed from past episodes of the show, there's a distinct lack of interaction between the hosts and the contestants. It seems like the usual banter we have seen in the past from John and Gregg with contestant is no more, after bosses reportedly made a last-minute effort to re-edit the programme and reduce screen time for its hosts. The duo have hosted the show together since 2005, and they have always bounced off of each other when it comes to their presenting duties. However, in the new edit it seems like their conversations are more structured and only surround opinions on the food, I mean it is a show about cooking after all. If anything it seems like, they've really cut back on Gregg's dialogue perhaps due to the severity of his accusations. Whereas, John seems to have more air time, and more time speaking to the contestants in comparison to the former green grocer. The BBC chose to proceed with broadcasting the latest pre-recorded series despite objections from broadcasting union Bectu, which argued that inappropriate conduct should not be "rewarded with prime-time coverage". Insiders at the BBC reportedly informed The i, that they acknowledge some viewers may choose not to watch the series. Regarding their choice to broadcast the new series, the BBC stated: "This has not been an easy decision in the circumstances and we appreciate not everyone will agree with it. "In showing the series, which was filmed last year, it in no way diminishes our view of the seriousness of the upheld findings against both presenters. "We have been very clear on the standards of behaviour that we expect of those who work at the BBC or on shows made for the BBC." Personally, I prefer this edit and shake up to the show. Article continues below It makes it feel more fast paced, and really focuses on the chefs and food which is the true purpose of the show, rather than the stars presenting it.
Wales Online
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Gregg Wallace's unknown rugby career and rollercoaster love life including 'huge mistake'
Gregg Wallace's unknown rugby career and rollercoaster love life including 'huge mistake' Masterchef star Gregg Wallace has spoken out for the first time since misconduct allegations were made against him in December, another twist in his dramatic life away from our TV screens Gregg Wallace spent 19 years as host of Masterchef (Image: BBC/Shine TV ) Masterchef star Gregg Wallace has spoken out after being accused of sexual misconduct. The 60-year-old took a step back from the BBC series after 13 individuals made allegations against him last year. In the immediate aftermath, Wallace hit back at the accusations by stating they had come from "a handful of middle-class women of a certain age". The backlash he faced led the former greengrocer to struggle with a 'feeling of being under attack, of isolation, of abandonment'. Masterchef's production company, Banijay UK, arranged for Wallace to receive support from a crisis mentor, and he was subsequently diagnosed with autism. "I want to make it absolutely clear I'm not blaming my behaviour on my diagnosis, but it does explain a hell of a lot to me," he said to the Daily Mail. "Although I'm still trying to compute why, if my persona on the telly was p****** so many people off for all those years, nobody told me at the time." It's the latest twist in Wallace's life away from the TV screen, which has taken countless turns over the decades and includes a little-known rugby past. Rugby passion Having played across the backline in his school days, Wallace rediscovered his love for rugby as he approached his 30s. Decades after leaving school, a chance meeting with an acquaintance led him to join a team in London, and he later moved into coaching. Article continues below 'So I started playing rugby again at the age of 30, at Eton Manor,' Wallace told Rugby World in 2018. 'I wasn't good enough to break into the first team, and this time I played hooker. Which I really, really enjoyed. Wallace with England rugby stars Alex Corbisiero, Paul Doran-Jones and Matt Banahan in 2011 (Image: Jon Furniss/WireImage ) 'After that, I played for London Welsh Occies, the vets side. I was in my mid 30s, going on 40, and by then my son [Tom] was five and in the minis at London Welsh. So I started coaching.' Wallace's passion for rugby led him to gain two coaching certificates as he helped with his son's teams. The 60-year-old is a Wasps fan who has attended plenty of games over the years, with rugby remaining a shared love for him and his eldest son. 'We go to watch Wasps, home or away, and we watch England, home or away. That's what we do together,' Wallace said. Rollercoaster love life Wallace met his first wife, Christine, while working at a greengrocer's, and the couple tied the knot in 1991. However, their marriage was short-lived, as they broke up after just six weeks. Eight years later, the TV personality married Denise Lovall, and the pair shared two children together, Tom and Libby. They were together for 14 years in total but split in 2004 after it emerged that Wallace had been unfaithful. Tragically, Denise died in 2017 following a battle with alcoholism. Marrying third wife Heidi is a regret of Wallace's (Image: UK Press via Getty Images ) In 2010, Wallace married Heidi Brown, tying the knot for a third time. Wallace would later describe their relationship as a 'huge mistake', and they broke up after 15 months. Wallace met his current wife, Anne-Marie Sterpini, whom he affectionately calls Anna, after initially exchanging messages about a rhubarb recipe on social media. They married in 2016 after three years of dating. Sterpini is 21 years younger than Wallace, and they welcomed the arrival of their son Sid in 2019. When asked about his four marriages on the White Wine Question Time podcast in 2020, Wallace shared an insight into the different chapters of his love life. He said: "The first one lasted six weeks. I would say don't marry anyone because you are worried about losing your house. Content cannot be displayed without consent "So there is the first one. We bought a small house together in Bermondsey, and then we broke up, and I thought, 'Well, this is terrible. What is going to happen to the house?' I have worked so hard all my life, what is now going to happen?' "The second one, we were together for 14 years, and the third one was a huge mistake. Probably the unhappiest I have ever been in my life, but she was a teacher and was really good with the kids.' On his relationship with Sterpini, Wallace added: "What has love taught me? That it is an absolute game of chance and that is it. It is a complete and utter lottery. "I am very fortunate I got the winning ticket. I won the Euro Millions the day that young lady walked into my life. She popped up on my timeline on Twitter." Content cannot be displayed without consent Body transformation Wallace has transformed his body in recent years after altering his approach to fitness. He insists he has not used a diet but has learned to enjoy healthier meals, which helped him slim down from 16 to 12 stone. In 2023, while appearing on Good Morning Britain, Wallace advised viewers: "Don't go on a diet. Don't do something that's really difficult that you can't maintain. We're logical people, right? If it's so difficult and so uncomfortable, you won't keep it up." Article continues below Sharing an insight into his fitness routine, Walllace told the Daily Express: "Fitness is at the centre of my working week, my gym sessions are the first things that go into my diary. Getting fit has made a big difference to my energy levels and helps me physically and mentally. I've realised that how you feel about yourself on a day-to-day basis may be the most important thing ever." After slimming down, Wallace launched his wellness platform, now rebranded to Gregg It offers advice from fitness experts and nutritionists, recipes, and healthy meal suggestions.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How to apply for Channel 4's Hunted - your chance to win a share of £100,000
Do you have what it takes to become a real-life fugitive? If so, you might be interested in applying for the next series of Hunted. Applications for the Channel 4 show are currently open – it comes as two new series of Hunted and Celebrity Hunted have been announced. Series eight of Hunted is set to film this year, while the sixth celebrity version recently concluded, seeing Duncan James and Christine McGuinness crowned winners. The 'edge-of-your-seat' factual thriller, sees pairs of civilians and celebrities try to evade detection and capture, to be in with a chance of winning a share of the £100,000 prize. The fugitives are tracked by some of the world's 'best elite' hunters comprising of serving and former police officers, some of the best cyber and OSINT experts in the UK, working alongside ex-military and intelligence services personnel. The official Hunted website shares: 'Channel 4's hit series Hunted, the real-life thriller where ordinary people go on the run, is currently accepting applications for its brand-new series. 'We are looking for duos up and down the country who think they could become real-life fugitives and avoid being captured by an expert team of Hunters tracking them down. 'If you can successfully avoid capture, you could win a share of £100,000. Channel 4 has commissioned two new series of the Grierson award-winning and Bafta nominated Hunted & Celebrity Hunted, from Banijay UK label Shine TV. Think you've got what it takes? APPLY HERE 👉𝐰𝐰𝐰.𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.𝐜𝐨𝐦. — Banijay UK (@BanijayUK) March 4, 2025 'Where will you hide? Who can you trust? What will you do?' Fill out your Hunted application here. Recommended reading: Loose Women star Katie Piper to host new 'feel good' ITV weekend show - see when Applications open for new BBC quiz show hosted by Amanda Holden - How to apply Are you a top quizzer? How to apply for ITV's next series of The 1 per cent Club Hunted adds: 'You and your partner should complete this form together, or you can also fill out separate application forms which we can combine once you have submitted your application. 'Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Once you've completed your application it will be looked over by a member of the casting team who may get in touch to discuss the next steps in the application process.' Applications close at 12am on Saturday, May 31 – make sure you read the terms and conditions before applying.
