Former MasterChef judge Gregg Wallace, who fronted the show for two decades, was axed from the BBC programme following an investigation into his behaviour

The 'MasterChef' Gregg Wallace saga was dealt with by Tim Davie, who said the show is "bigger than individuals"

The upcoming July 16 episode features a MasterChef first where the remaining twosomes face a brand-new competition “Recipe Telephone.” The challenge is built around a culinary relay where each duo will be split up. One teammate begins cooking while the other waits in a separate room.

MASTERCHEF fans have launched a petition for the BBC to sign a fan favourite TV cook as John Torode’s replacement. The Aussie chef, 59, was axed from MasterChef after allegedly using a

While his TV persona, on MasterChef and his other hugely popular show, Through the Keyhole may have been that of a mild mannered intellectual he has enjoyed a long side career in a punk band - even playing Galstonbury eight times.