Grace Dent is favored to take over MasterChef hosting duties amid allegations against Gregg Wallace, with an announcement expected soon
London: So, it looks like Grace Dent might be stepping in for Gregg Wallace on MasterChef. The BBC is expected to make an announcement soon, and folks are buzzing about it.
Grace, who’s a well-known food critic, was on I’m a Celebrity last year. Right now, she’s a guest judge on MasterChef, working alongside John Torode.
Even though she left the jungle early due to health issues, she’s now a strong contender for the hosting gig. There was talk about James Martin being the favorite, but things have shifted.
Gregg Wallace recently took a step back from the show after some serious misconduct allegations came to light. Apparently, he asked a young journalist for a kiss, which raised eyebrows.
Because of this, the BBC has pulled some Christmas specials featuring him while they look into the complaints. It’s been a bit of a mess.
Initially, Wallace made some comments that didn’t sit well, saying the complaints were from “middle-class women of a certain age.” But he later apologized, admitting he wasn’t in the right frame of mind when he spoke.
Now, reports say he feels his situation is pretty dire and doesn’t expect to return to the show.
A source mentioned that Grace would be a fantastic choice to replace him. She knows her stuff about food and has a strong personality, which could really shake things up.
Plus, having a woman in the judge’s seat could bring a fresh perspective to the show. She’s already a favorite among fans and has earned respect in the food world for her straightforward style and humor.
It seems the bosses are on board with her too, trusting her to help guide the show alongside John during this tricky time.
As of now, Grace hasn’t said anything publicly about the potential role.