Gregg Wallace’s MasterChef replacement confirmed in BBC announcement

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Wallace was forced to step back from the show following allegations of inappropriate comments and behaviour “I can’t wait to meet the fresh celebrity faces for 2025.” Meanwhile, co-host John Torode, who has presented MasterChef since 2005, said: “I have loved working with Grace on MasterChef over the years. “The love of food, the love of MasterChef, and that unquestionable expertise, makes Grace the perfect person to step in alongside me as judge for the forthcoming Celebrity MasterChef series.” Rumours that Dent would be replacing Wallace emerged earlier this week as a source told The Sun on Sunday: “Grace is the perfect choice to replace Gregg on MasterChef. Plan auto-renews until cancelled Try for free “It will shake things up and give the series the boost it needs after such an upsetting and uncertain time.” open image in gallery Grace Dent will present the show alongside John Torode Kalpna Patel-Knight, the BBC’s head of entertainment, said: “Grace Dent is the perfect choice to step in for the next series of Celebrity MasterChef. “Grace is not only an energetic and well-established member of the MasterChef team, but is also a world-renowned food critic, so she will certainly keep the next batch of celebrities on their toes.” Wallace has vehemently denied all accusations.