The BBC has severed ties with Gregg Wallace, former presenter of the cooking competition show "MasterChef," following an independent investigation by production company Banijay UK that substantiated 45 allegations of inappropriate behavior against him, including one of unwelcome physical contact. The corporation described Wallace's return to the show as "untenable" and stated there are no plans to work with him in the future. Six years prior, Wallace had been warned by the BBC that he would face dismissal if his conduct did not improve. In a related development, John Torode, Wallace's co-host on "MasterChef," was also implicated in the investigation. Torode confirmed that an allegation of using racist language was upheld in the report. The BBC announced that Torode's contract would not be renewed, effectively ending his nearly two-decade tenure on the show. Torode denies the incident and stated he has no recollection of the alleged remark. The BBC Director-General emphasized that "MasterChef" is "much bigger than individuals" and expressed confidence in the show's future beyond 2028. Despite their departures, the BBC plans to air the final series featuring both Wallace and Torode once the situation has settled. Meanwhile, Torode is reportedly preparing legal action against the BBC, contesting the fairness of his dismissal. ITV, where Torode also hosts a cooking program with his wife Lisa, has confirmed it will continue to air that show. The controversy has prompted discussions about the show's future and potential replacements for the two former hosts.