Television host Gregg Wallace is to step down as the presenter of the U.K. version of “MasterChef” while allegations of historical misconduct are investigated. The show airs on public broadcaster BBC.

Gregg Wallace is to step away from presenting MasterChef while allegations of historical misconduct by individuals are investigated, the show's production company has said. It comes after BBC News sent a letter to Wallace’s representatives on Tuesday setting out allegations of inappropriate sexual comments by 13 people who worked with him across a range of shows over a 17-year period.

BBC Masterchef host Gregg Wallace has thanked fans for “showing support” after he stepped down from the show following allegations he made inappropriate sexual comments over multiple years. Mr Wallace left the BBC programme on Thursday amid claims made by 13 people who worked with him on shows over a 17-year period.

Gregg Wallace has stepped aside as the host of BBC MasterChef amid an investigation into historical allegations of misconduct. In a statement, MasterChef producer Banijay UK said it was launching the external review after complaints were made to the BBC this week about Wallace’s behavior.

Gregg Wallace, the well-known host of MasterChef UK, has stepped away from his role on the popular cooking competition amid serious allegations. The production company behind the show is conducting an investigation into historical misconduct claims that have surfaced.

Sir Rod Stewart has taken to Instagram to slam MasterChef host Gregg Wallace after the presenter stepped away from his role in the face of a misconduct probe. Stewart's wife, TV personality Penny Lancaster,

John Torode has candidly confessed that despite their long-standing partnership on the hit BBC show MasterChef since 2005, he and co-host Gregg Wallace have "never been friends". Despite being one of television's most recognisable duos,