Gregg Wallace proves he has wife’s support with first photo since misconduct scandal

Gregg Wallace and his wife Anne-Marie Sterpini have shared a photo on social media for the first time since allegations of gross misconduct against him have been made against him.

Controversial TV star Gregg Wallace has shared a social media post with his wife following months of public scrutiny and allegations of misconduct that have rocked his career. The shamed food critic, 60, was forced to step away from his beloved role on MasterChef in November 2024, as explosive allegations of misconduct surfaced.

With the BBC and production company Banijay UK launching formal investigations into the disturbing claims, Wallace’s lawyers have vehemently denied any accusations of sexual harassment. Amid waves of controversy, Gregg shared a post on social media, posting a cheerful photo with his wife, Anne-Marie Sterpini, also known as Anna.

On Instagram, he wrote: “Eat well, live well, look after yourself. Get a little more active. Learn about nutrition. Learn to take care of yourself.”

Later, Wallace posted a link to his health page with advice for staying in shape, but it was quickly removed. Since then, he has added a caption to a new picture of his wife. The fitness enthusiast regularly updates followers on his weight-loss journey, shares recipes, and learns about his extended family.

Eat Well for Less star was charged with gross misconduct in October, including making offensive sexual remarks and engaging in bullying. While the BBC opened an investigation into the allegations, he was forced to resign from MasterChef.

The following month it was revealed that he would be replaced on the Celebrity MasterChef judging panel for the upcoming series, with renowned restaurant critic Grace Dent joining John Torode. This news followed serious allegations from Penny Lancaster, who claimed she was a “victim of bullying and harassment” by Wallace.

Gregg, however, previously brushed off the complaints, dismissing them as coming from “a handful of middle-class women of a certain age.” His comments have since been widely criticised by public figures, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, who condemned his remarks as both inappropriate and misogynistic.

Meanwhile, Wallace’s attorneys previously claimed that “it is entirely false that he acts in a sexually harassing way.”

In response to the ongoing investigation, it was previously reported that the production company behind MasterChef, Banijay UK, appointed a City law firm to lead the investigation.

Their statement read, “Lewis Silkin is a significant City law firm with a highly experienced specialist investigations team that has overseen a wide range of highly publicized workplace investigations,” it continued.

The firm’s thorough, in-depth, and impartial analysis and reporting impressed Banijay UK.

The team’s representatives were quoted as saying, “All information will be handled sensitively, and the names of those who provide evidence will be kept confidential.”

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Source: Mirror