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Metro
4 days ago
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- Metro
Gino D'Acampo makes controversial remarks in live radio interview after ITV axe
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Gino D'Acampo has made a controversial return to the limelight after he was axed from ITV due to allegations of inappropriate behaviour. The former This Morning star, 48, was chopped from ITV programming at the end of last year after facing a string of claims of sexually inappropriate and intimidating behaviour made against him. These included reports that while he worked on his food-focused travel show with Gordon Ramsay and Fred Sirieix he 'quizzed a producer about her sex life and thrust his crotch at another female staffer.' The allegations stem from dozens of people over a 12-year period across various shows. D'Acampo has 'firmly denied' the 'deeply upsetting' claims. In his first radio interview since these allegations have come to light, D'Acampo appeared on Maltese radio station Vibe FM where he delivered several lewd remarks to the female presenter Nicole. During the discussion he started quizzing Nicole on why she diets to which Nicole responded that she was trying to build up her abs. D'Acampo then said: ''Only dogs like bones. A real man, he wants the meat, you know, the things to grab. Don't get too skinny, otherwise it's like, no.' Elsewhere, he said: 'I'm going to tell you a secret, Italian food is like Italian men, minimum effort, maximum satisfaction,' which elicited raucous laughter. He then addressed Nicole, asking: 'Now do you understand that Nicole, or do I need to explain that?' to which she replied: 'I think it was very clear.' At one point he also told her she was 'too pretty for radio'. And when asked if he recognised one of the male guests in the studio joked whether he knew his mum before adding: 'Did I take your mama out for dinner or something? 'I meet a lot of people and usually the ones I remember are blonde, they're tall – we do an activity together.' The innuendo-filled radio interview comes after the Italian celebrity chef teased his comeback to TV on social media at the end of March. He shared a series of snaps of himself behind the camera dressed up in a navy boiler suit in a garage. More Trending Then, last week, he shared more footage from his work behind the camera on a new show with the caption: 'Back in action! And this time I am behind the camera. Can you guess what famous southern Italian bread we are baking?' The ITV presenter has seen support from the likes of Celebrity Juice star Leigh Francis aka Keith Lemon, John Barrowman and former This Morning co-star Josie Gibson who have all liked recent posts. In a full statement to MailOnline, D'Acampo said: 'I have been completely shocked by, and deny utterly, these awful accusations of sexual harassment and misconduct against me, which are alleged to have taken place years ago during the shooting of Gordon, Gino & Fred. 'Let me be clear: This did not happen. I take such matters extremely seriously and in particular the suggestion that I have deliberately acted in this improper way against any female employees is deeply upsetting.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Gino D'Acampo makes crass remarks in radio interview as he returns to limelight
Former ITV chef Gino D'Acampo has been caught making sexualised comments about women's bodies during a radio appearance on Vibe FM in Malta. The Italian star told show hosts that a "real man" wants women to have "things to grab", while explaining that he prefers a curvier figure. This was one of his first public engagements since he was axed by ITV this February after the broadcaster received complaints about his "unacceptable" treatment of staff he had worked alongside for over 12 years. D'Acampo has denied all the allegations, calling them "deeply upsetting".
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Gino D'Acampo makes string of smutty remarks during radio interview as he returns to public eye following ITV axe
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SHAMED TV chef Gino D'Acampo has made a smutty return to the public eye — by making lewd comments about women. The Italian, 48, said during a radio interview that men do not like skinny women — as they want to have 'things to grab'. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 TV chef Gino D'Acampo made some crude remarks during a radio chat Credit: Instagram 3 The axed presenter was appearing on Malta's Vibe FM following his axe from ITV Credit: Instagram The former This Morning star had been lying low since being removed from ITV programming in February. But he did not hold back during an interview on Vibe FM in Malta. Responding when one of the presenters, named Nicole, said that she regularly dieted, he said: 'Only dogs like bones. 'A real man, he wants the meat, you know, the things to grab. Don't get too skinny, otherwise it's like, no.' During the interview he also said: 'I'm going to tell you a secret, Italian food is like Italian men, minimum effort, maximum satisfaction.' He added during the show last Wednesday: 'Now do you understand that Nicole, or do I need to explain that?' She replied: 'I think it was very clear.' Later he also told her: 'You're too pretty for radio.' Earlier, asked if he recognised a male guest in the studio, he said: 'Do I know your mum? 'Did I take your mama out for dinner or something? I meet a lot of people and usually the ones I remember are blonde, they're tall — we do an activity together.' In February, Gino was accused of sexually inappropriate behaviour over 12 years and ITV has vowed not to use him in future. The married dad of three denies the claims. TV chef Gino D'Acampo accused of 'sexually inappropriate' behaviour as 'dozens come forward with complaints' Earlier this month, his restaurant chain was saved when Upmarket Leisure — the company controlling the five venues — was bought out of administration — in a £5million deal that saved 400 jobs.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Gino D'Acampo makes string of smutty remarks during radio interview as he returns to public eye following ITV axe
SHAMED TV chef Gino D'Acampo has made a smutty return to the public eye — by making lewd comments about women. The Italian, 48, said during a radio interview that men do not like skinny women — as they want to have 'things to grab'. Advertisement 3 TV chef Gino D'Acampo made some crude remarks during a radio chat Credit: Instagram 3 The axed presenter was appearing on Malta's Vibe FM following his axe from ITV Credit: Instagram The former This Morning star had been lying low since being But he did not hold back during an interview on Vibe FM in Malta. Responding when one of the presenters, named Nicole, said that she regularly dieted, he said: 'Only dogs like bones. 'A real man, he wants the meat, you know, the things to grab. Don't get too skinny, otherwise it's like, no.' Advertisement READ MORE TV NEWS During the interview he also said: 'I'm going to tell you a secret, Italian food is like Italian men, minimum effort, maximum satisfaction.' He added during the show last Wednesday: 'Now do you understand that Nicole, or do I need to explain that?' She replied: 'I think it was very clear.' Later he also told her: 'You're too pretty for radio.' Earlier, asked if he recognised a male guest in the studio, he said: 'Do I know your mum? Advertisement Most read in News TV 'Did I take your mama out for dinner or something? I meet a lot of people and usually the ones I remember are blonde, they're tall — we do an activity together.' In February, future . The married dad of three denies the claims. TV chef Gino D'Acampo accused of 'sexually inappropriate' behaviour as 'dozens come forward with complaints' Earlier this month, jobs . 3 Gino was accused of sexually inappropriate behaviour over 12 years... ITV subsequently vowed not to use him in future Credit: Rex Advertisement
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Gino D'Acampo makes string of smutty remarks during radio interview as he returns to public eye following ITV axe
SHAMED TV chef Gino D'Acampo has made a smutty return to the public eye — by making lewd comments about women. The Italian, 48, said during a radio interview that men do not like skinny women — as they want to have 'things to grab'. 3 The former This Morning star had been lying low since being removed from ITV programming in February. But he did not hold back during an interview on Vibe FM in Malta. Responding when one of the presenters, named Nicole, said that she regularly dieted, he said: 'Only dogs like bones. 'A real man, he wants the meat, you know, the things to grab. Don't get too skinny, otherwise it's like, no.' During the interview he also said: 'I'm going to tell you a secret, Italian food is like Italian men, minimum effort, maximum satisfaction.' He added during the show last Wednesday: 'Now do you understand that Nicole, or do I need to explain that?' She replied: 'I think it was very clear.' Later he also told her: 'You're too pretty for radio.' Earlier, asked if he recognised a male guest in the studio, he said: 'Do I know your mum? 'Did I take your mama out for dinner or something? I meet a lot of people and usually the ones I remember are blonde, they're tall — we do an activity together.' In February, Gino was accused of sexually inappropriate behaviour over 12 years and ITV has vowed not to use him in future. The married dad of three denies the claims. TV chef Gino D'Acampo accused of 'sexually inappropriate' behaviour as 'dozens come forward with complaints' Earlier this month, his restaurant chain was saved when Upmarket Leisure — the company controlling the five venues — was bought out of administration — in a £5million deal that saved 400 jobs.
