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Greg wallace

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Johnbrown · 20/11/2024 20:35

Why is he still on master chef?

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LlynTegid · 28/11/2024 20:47

CurlyhairedAssassin · 28/11/2024 20:42

I think he has something on someone very high up in TV. That's the only explanation I can think of.

Quite possibly, it's not as if you could not find another presenter for a cookery show.

I used to think that about Brendan O'Carroll, given his so-called comedy is the best argument to end the licence fee. Though I know think whoever commissioned Mrs Brown's Boys did that to see that some people will watch any rubbish served up.

Eraserbread · 28/11/2024 20:47

CurlyhairedAssassin · 28/11/2024 20:42

I think he has something on someone very high up in TV. That's the only explanation I can think of.

There were rumours it wasn’t just beg he delivered in his greengrocer days but obviously I have no idea if there’s any truth in that!

the80sweregreat · 28/11/2024 20:47

Why did Wallace think that anyone would want to see his bits in a sock ?
🧦

soupfiend · 28/11/2024 20:50

CurlyhairedAssassin · 28/11/2024 20:47

It's not offensive as such. Just so cringe. Total throwback. Not witty because smutty innuendos seem very old fashioned now and belong either in a bygone era or something said by a drag queen in a show in Benidorm.

Do you live in the real world?

I cant access the link to see herr face anyway as I have adblocker

Lookingatthesunset · 28/11/2024 20:51

FilthyBass · 28/11/2024 19:44

Loads of BBC employees are talentless.

Gregg was alright he's just told a few bawdy jokes 12 years ago. You cant judge the past by todays standards. The line to be crossed was in a different place back then.

12 years isn't that long ago in the scheme of things.

the80sweregreat · 28/11/2024 20:59

The whole thing is just sleazy
I feel that I'm done with sleazy men tbh , but nothing seems to change and none of them ever learn :(

PickledPony · 28/11/2024 20:59

It’s about time that the BBC had a couple of good women on the recruitment committee/ talent spotting. I can think of a further 4 current BBC ‘stars’ that give off massive creepy/pervy vibes. And I don’t even watch much TV! Not happy that I pay a license fee to keep these disgusting men on TV and living a life of luxury.

the80sweregreat · 28/11/2024 21:02

I pay the tv licence ( I sometimes think I am the only one left who does) because I like live tv and I player and the lack of ads. I enjoy some of their programmes and Eastenders.
I do object to the money going to pay people like him and his still on the tv tonight ;(

Wendolino · 28/11/2024 21:05

It always puzzled me how someone like him got where he is by shouting. Also, what makes him an "ingredients expert"? What a load of old bollox

EdithBond · 28/11/2024 21:06

Lookingatthesunset · 28/11/2024 20:51

12 years isn't that long ago in the scheme of things.

Plus some of the comments on the other Gregg Wallace thread that’s trending, which relate to more than ‘bawdy jokes’.

PickledPony · 28/11/2024 21:08

Really can’t believe he is on TV (again) tonight!

the80sweregreat · 28/11/2024 21:10

He wanted to show off his ' ingredients' a bit too much it seems ;(

OPsSockpuppet · 28/11/2024 21:11

Ihopeyouhavent · 28/11/2024 13:00

Just wow. Is there an equivalent woman on TV that gets such hate on here, vitriol and personal comments about their appearance?!

Is this a joke? Almost every woman who’s ever had the audacity to be a popular tv personality 🤷‍♀️

Mittens67 · 28/11/2024 21:13

Helico · 28/11/2024 18:39

You called it!
Any other predictions while you’re at it? Lottery numbers?

As an aside I would leave my husband for Monica. She’s the only reason left for watching MC.

I might start doing the lottery now just in case I do have the sight!

EdithBond · 28/11/2024 21:13

LlynTegid · 28/11/2024 20:47

Quite possibly, it's not as if you could not find another presenter for a cookery show.

I used to think that about Brendan O'Carroll, given his so-called comedy is the best argument to end the licence fee. Though I know think whoever commissioned Mrs Brown's Boys did that to see that some people will watch any rubbish served up.

I’m with you on that one. Utter shite. Christ knows who watches it, other than people who’ve nodded off. Not a lot of difference between that and ‘When the Whistle Blows’ on Gervais’s Extras.

PickAChew · 28/11/2024 21:13

VictoriaSpungecake · 28/11/2024 20:29

I'm not defending him, but in some circles this is a bawdy joke. He must have forgotten that he was working in the hallowed halls of the Baybaysay. Or deluded himself into believing that they love his cheekiechappie persona.

It's not appropriate in any workplace.

PickAChew · 28/11/2024 21:15

the80sweregreat · 28/11/2024 21:10

He wanted to show off his ' ingredients' a bit too much it seems ;(

Saucisson en chaussette 🤮

BestestBrownies · 28/11/2024 21:31

I was a contestant on MC about 15ish years ago, and despite being in my early 30's at the time, I still looked like a teenager (relevant - not a stealth brag). I was also the youngest female contestant that episode.

John greeted me like a normal human being, but Eggggg held my handshake for far too long in his clammy little trotter whilst simultaneously grinning and looking me up and down like a hairless hungry butcher's dog eyeing up a fresh steak. I was instantly creeped out and wary.

Filming took two insufferably long days. The whole time, Mastertwat was cracking lewd, dirty jokes that forced innumerable cuts and retakes. By the second day, even the people who had been nervously/politely laughing couldn't take it anymore. It was just Eggggg, guffawing into the void at his own hilarity. The crew's deep dislike for him was palpable.

Completely disillusioned and not wanting to spend a millisecond longer in his company proceed any further in the competition, I made a point of giving Egggg the Paddington hard stare and calling him Craig anytime I had to interact with or refer to him.

Long story short, I threatened to walk out on day #2 when he massively ramped up the sleaze factor, made a nasty 'joke' about the size of another female contestant's nose (which made her cry), and embarrassed us all by association in the professional kitchen, where the actual working Chefs all referred to him as 'That Cunt'.

This was the point where I was reminded that I had signed a contract that forced me to see out the filming of the episode, AND that there was a non-disclosure clause in there too. The BBC have known what he's like, covered for, and encouraged his disgusting 'laddish' behaviour for a VERY long time.

EmotionalSupportPotato · 28/11/2024 21:36

BestestBrownies · 28/11/2024 21:31

I was a contestant on MC about 15ish years ago, and despite being in my early 30's at the time, I still looked like a teenager (relevant - not a stealth brag). I was also the youngest female contestant that episode.

John greeted me like a normal human being, but Eggggg held my handshake for far too long in his clammy little trotter whilst simultaneously grinning and looking me up and down like a hairless hungry butcher's dog eyeing up a fresh steak. I was instantly creeped out and wary.

Filming took two insufferably long days. The whole time, Mastertwat was cracking lewd, dirty jokes that forced innumerable cuts and retakes. By the second day, even the people who had been nervously/politely laughing couldn't take it anymore. It was just Eggggg, guffawing into the void at his own hilarity. The crew's deep dislike for him was palpable.

Completely disillusioned and not wanting to spend a millisecond longer in his company proceed any further in the competition, I made a point of giving Egggg the Paddington hard stare and calling him Craig anytime I had to interact with or refer to him.

Long story short, I threatened to walk out on day #2 when he massively ramped up the sleaze factor, made a nasty 'joke' about the size of another female contestant's nose (which made her cry), and embarrassed us all by association in the professional kitchen, where the actual working Chefs all referred to him as 'That Cunt'.

This was the point where I was reminded that I had signed a contract that forced me to see out the filming of the episode, AND that there was a non-disclosure clause in there too. The BBC have known what he's like, covered for, and encouraged his disgusting 'laddish' behaviour for a VERY long time.

Bloody hell!

CrazyGoatLady · 28/11/2024 21:37

Greggggg has always struck me as a likely candidate for being a twat, this does not surprise me one bit!

PickledPony · 28/11/2024 21:37

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/_chat/3456682-gregg-wallace

Looking back at old threads, it seems that no one had a good word to say about him. I don’t understand how the BBC keep employing men like this, when no other media outlet would touch them with a barge pole.

Gregg Wallace | Mumsnet

Why is he so obnoxious? I have a real irrational dislike of him. Am I unreasonable?!?

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/_chat/3456682-gregg-wallace

Namechangeweds · 28/11/2024 21:42

I met the lovely French guy who used to be the judge and it was very obvious that he did not like gragg or take him seriously

the80sweregreat · 28/11/2024 21:42

Gregg? More like Grot

GrouchyKiwi · 28/11/2024 21:45

Namechangeweds · 28/11/2024 21:42

I met the lovely French guy who used to be the judge and it was very obvious that he did not like gragg or take him seriously

I miss Michel and his lovely twinkly eyes.

EmotionalSupportPotato · 28/11/2024 21:46

GrouchyKiwi · 28/11/2024 21:45

I miss Michel and his lovely twinkly eyes.

Yeah I think he got sacked for selling potatoes? Which is silly if greg gets way with wearing just a sock