There have been 20 MasterChef champions since the programme was revived in 2005. Winning the competition is as good as a guarantee that an enthusiastic amateur cook can quit their job and forge a career in the hospitality industry;

The BBC said it would stop working with Mr. Wallace after dozens of sexual misconduct allegations were upheld.

The TV star has been fired after more than 50 people came forward with allegations, including ones of inappropriate sexual language, groping and racist comments.