BBC, MasterChef and John Torode
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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.
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The Independent on MSNHow much is MasterChef worth to the BBC as both hosts axed from hit show?How much is MasterChef worth to the BBC as both hosts axed from hit show? - The show has been adapted in 65 territories worldwide, and broadcast in over 200
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Daily Star on MSNJohn Torode given lifeline by ITV after MasterChef axe over racism allegationEXCLUSIVE: John Torode has been axed from MasterChef after being accused of using an "extremely offensive racist term" (which he denies), but he's given a career lifeline by ITV
The 'MasterChef' Gregg Wallace saga was dealt with by Tim Davie, who said the show is "bigger than individuals"
The BBC's sacking of John Torode and Gregg Wallace has meant there has been much speculation over who the next hosts of MasterChef will be. In a shock revelation yesterday, (July 15), just days after Mr Wallace was formally dismissed,
John Torode has confirmed that he is the other individual against whom an allegation has been upheld following an investigation into his co-star Gregg Wallace
"We welcome the publication of the findings by Lewis Silkin, following the investigation into the conduct of Gregg Wallace. In light of these findings, Banijay UK and the BBC have agreed Mr Wallace’s return to MasterChef is untenable. The BBC has informed Mr Wallace we have no plans to work with him in future.