John Torode has been sacked as MasterChef presenter after an allegation against him using "an extremely offensive racist term" was upheld. In an Instagram statement on Tuesday, the TV chef said he had "no recollection" of what he is accused of, and said he had hoped to have some say in his exit.

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With his voice cracking, one MasterChef worker describes the drama of the past fortnight, which has seen both its presenters sacked in quick succession - first Gregg Wallace, and then John Torode. "I'm in shock with it all. It's raw, and fresh," adds the member of production staff - who wants to remain anonymous.

Gregg Wallace and John Torode “were never friends” despite being co-hosts for 20 years, a former MasterChef employee has claimed. Wallace and Torode were sacked as presenters of the cookery show this week after a seven-month investigation upheld allegations made against the pair.

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Our culture reporter Noor Nanji has been speaking to people who have worked on the show, as well as insiders to the tense backroom discussions of recent weeks. She also reveals more details about the claim that led to Torode losing his job.

John Torode has appeared on TV for the first time since being axed from MasterChef. Just days ago, it was confirmed that Torode, who began hosting the BBC cookery programme in 2005, would not have his contract renewed.