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MasterChef was pulled off air earlier this year after 13 women made complaints about presenter Gregg Wallace, 60 – but bosses are still holding out hope it could be shown in some formNicola Methven TV Editor and Michael D. Carroll02:51, 10 Jul 2025Pic shows: Gregg Wallace on Masterchef in 2011 where Wark finished second

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07917221968Despite Gregg Wallace’s departure from MasterChef, BBC and Banijay executives believe the pre-recorded series might still be salvageable. One possibility is that the £8million cookery competition, initially intended for 24 hour-long episodes on BBC1, could be released exclusively on iPlayer.The decision on its future rests with BBC Director General Tim Davie, who must determine whether to air it on BBC1, iPlayer, or cancel it altogether. The BBC stated that a decision will be made after the release of the Lewis Silkin law firm’s report later this week.The Daily Star reached out to Banijay for comment.Inside informationAn insider revealed: “Once the report comes out, we will all know what the legal review has found. Gregg has claimed that many of the more serious allegations against him have not been upheld, and has apologised for the rude and inappropriate language he used, causing complaints that were upheld. The feeling is the series is not dead yet – there are high hopes that it could yet see the light of day.”The 24-part pre-recorded series was put on hold earlier this year after 13 women came forward with complaints about presenter Wallace, 60. Since then, BBC News reported that 50 additional allegations have been made against him, ranging from inappropriate language to groping and sexual intimidation, which he strongly denies.Sources saySources close to the show, which was recorded last year, claim it would be “impossible” to completely remove him from the programme. As a judge alongside John Torode, Wallace is a crucial part of the format, and editing the series to reduce his screen time has also been deemed unfeasible, reports the Mirror.Article continues belowThis development comes amid speculation that the series winner is contemplating legal action due to their victory not being aired. An insider revealed: “For that person, the series not being shown has massive ramifications. They may well have wanted to launch a cookery career off the back of it and now feel that this controversy is preventing that opportunity – through no fault of their own.”For contestants, particularly those who reach the final and the winner, participating in MasterChef is a significant opportunity. The show has been life-changing for many individuals who have gone on to pursue careers in cooking.”These 24 episodes are finished and have been delivered to the BBC. To not show them would be a huge waste of licence fee payers’ money,” an insider stated.Gregg Wallace(Image: More

Oasis are back and better than ever, with their first headline reunion shows under their belt, the band have released the live version of Slide Away onto all streaming platforms00:13, 10 Jul 2025Updated 00:15, 10 Jul 2025With two triumphant shows under their belt, Oasis are the gift that keeps on giving as they shocked fans by releasing a song at midnight this evening (July 10).Liam and Noel Gallagher shocked the world on July 4 as they stepped on stage together for the first time in 15 years, kicking off their long-awaited Oasis Live ’25 tour with a massive sold-out show at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.The band released a live version of their iconic song Slide Away. In the background, you can hear the crowd going mad and singing every lyric back to them.Social media is on fire with calls for more.Oasis continue to give the fans what they want (Image: More

The man was arrested by police for plotting a major attack on the Contest back in 2020, but were stopped after the Google document that was used to plan the attack was leaked22:32, 09 Jul 2025Updated 22:36, 09 Jul 2025A neo-Nazi was found to have plotted a major terrorist attack on the Eurovision Song Contest.Trials have been underway in Luxembourg after the neo-Nazi, whose name has not been released, was found to be planning a major terrorist attack on the Contest back in 2020. In the manifesto, he – together with a Dutch accomplice – meticulously planned the attack, looking to block emergency exits to cause as much death as possible.The man appeared at Luxembourg City Court on Tuesday (July 8), with prosecutors showing concrete evidence the 23-year-old had been working to create a huge terrorist event at the 2020 edition in Rotterdam. In the Google document unearthed by detectives, titled ‘Fun time for Eurovision 2020 – For a better and less over-accepting future’, the purpose was to attack the show, known for its promotion of inclusivity and LGBTQ+ rights.In the document, the two neo-Nazis outlined each detail of the attack, looking at a variety of possibilities for carrying out the incident. This included the likes of poisoning fans attending the shows with cyanide, or deploying gas through the ventilation systems, using custom-made rockets, according to RTL.The assailant was planning a major attack to poison thousands of people at Eurovision 2020(Image: More

Hugh Grant was filmed appearing to fall asleep in the Royal Box at Wimbledon, with fans and BBC commentators taking to social media to share their thoughts on the incident22:28, 09 Jul 2025Updated 22:28, 09 Jul 2025″It’s all got a bit too much for Hugh Grant”(Image: More

One Loose Women panellist is said to be packing up her life and moving abroad while recovering from a recent health scare, which happened over a “tough couple of years”22:11, 09 Jul 2025Updated 22:17, 09 Jul 2025Andrea McLean discusses her decision to leave Loose WomenA Loose Women icon is moving abroad after a “near-death experience”.Former panellist Andrea McLean, who was a regular on the ITV show from 2007 to 2020, revealed in February that she had been hospitalised with severe pneumonia, acute kidney injury and sepsis after suffering flu-like symptoms in December 2024.However, she recently told fans that she was “feeling really good” as she continues to recover. As part of her recovery, one of Andrea’s business ventures came to an end with her lifestyle and wellness brand, This Girl Is On Fire, being dissolved in February.Andrea is now said to be focusing on her writing career as she seeks a fresh start, with The Sun reporting that she’s planning to relocate to Spain.Andrea said that she “very nearly died” after her horror illnesses(Image: More

The Dr Who and Torchwood star John Barrowman was blacklisted after reports of inappropriate behaviour during the filming of the two big BBC hit television seriesEmily Hall21:54, 09 Jul 2025John Barrowman blasts cancel culture and sexual harassment claimsActor John Barrowman claims there was a “cover-up culture” at the BBC.The Dr Who and Torchwood star was blacklisted after reports of inappropriate behaviour during filming of the two telly hits.But the Glasgow-born thespian has now said the BBC turned a blind eye to actions backstage.Barrowman was one of the original hosts of BBC children’s programme Live & Kicking in the 1990s.He claims he was encouraged to hide his homosexuality – despite many of the top brass also being gay.John Barrowman has spoken of his time working at the BBC(Image: More

Baroness Helena Kennedy said the public might have enjoyed watching the cheeky chappy on TV but they had not seen his “uglier side” off screenWill Stone21:45, 09 Jul 2025Gregg Wallace has been warned by a top barrister not to claim women are making things up about his behind-the-scenes antics.Baroness Helena Kennedy said the public might have enjoyed watching the cheeky chappy on TV but they had not seen his “uglier side” off screen.The lawyer, who chairs a watchdog aimed at improving standards of behaviour in the creative industries, advised him against dismissing women’s claims after he was sacked from MasterChef.Her warning came amid a raft of lewd language and groping claims against the 60-year-old.She said: “There may be an opportunity for you to make a comeback at some point.Gregg Wallace has been accused of misconduct by 50 more people(Image: More

Jackass icon Bam Margera has suffered a number of injuries throughout his skateboarding career and doctors once told him that his legs were as good as “dry rotted”21:42, 09 Jul 2025Updated 22:47, 09 Jul 2025Bam Margera almost lost both his legs.Ahead of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4, which stars Bam himself, the former Jackass legend spoke to TMZ about his past health issues and told the publication a doctor once compared his legs to “dry-rotted rubber bands” due to alcohol abuse back in 2013.Bam told TMZ: “You know, in 2013 the doctor said they were dry-rotted rubber bands from alcohol abuse so I kind of lost hope, but now they are back to 100%. I’m skating again!””My passion’s back and I know that if I just focus on skateboarding then everything else comes along with it. You know, when you love what you do and people can see that.”Bam is known for his skateboarding skills and Jackass pranks(Image: More