TV Show Forced to Scrap Entire Episode Due to Heavy Focus on Gregg Wallace

British comedian Dave Gorman has revealed that an episode from his upcoming series Modern Life Is Goodish had to be completely scrapped 

after it was deemed inappropriate in light of recent controversies surrounding TV presenter Gregg Wallace.

Wallace, who stepped down from MasterChef in late 2024 following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct—claims he has denied—was the primary subject of the axed episode. 

Gorman admitted that the decision to cut the episode was unavoidable, as Wallace featured too prominently throughout the show’s structure.

Episode Scrapped Due to Wallace’s Involvement

Speaking to The Guardian, Gorman explained that his team had produced four episodes for the new season of Modern Life Is Goodish. 

However, one of them was “75% about Gregg Wallace”, leading to its cancellation.

“We made four [episodes]. But one of them is 75% about Gregg Wallace. It’s in the bin,” he said, confirming that the episode will never see the light of day.

The episode had been completed just before allegations against Wallace surfaced. It reportedly painted him in a positive light, which made its airing problematic given the serious nature of the claims against the former MasterChef host.

Failed Attempt to Salvage the Episode

Gorman further elaborated that the episode was intended to poke fun at Wallace in a “loving, tongue-in-cheek way.” The comedian described a recurring sketch in which he pretended to invent a product and sought a celebrity endorsement, with Wallace ultimately appearing in an advertisement for the fake product.

Despite attempts to remove references to Wallace and salvage parts of the episode, Gorman admitted it was impossible.

“It’s a structured piece with a flow to it. Every routine connects to every other routine,” he explained, adding with humor, “What I’m saying is: I’m the real victim.”

Gregg Wallace’s Controversies

Wallace, 60, was accused of inappropriate behavior by multiple individuals across various TV productions spanning nearly two decades. Allegations against him include making lewd comments, sharing explicit jokes, undressing in front of female staff, and making unwanted physical contact.

Among the accusers is former MasterChef contestant Emma Phillips-Jennings, who claimed Wallace deliberately thrust his groin toward her while she was crouched at an oven during filming in 2009. Other allegations include Wallace allegedly pressing his crotch against a female colleague while filming Eat Well for Less in 2015 and inappropriately touching another woman during a group hug in a lift in 2022.

TV presenter Ulrika Jonsson and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer have both publicly condemned Wallace’s alleged actions.

Wallace initially dismissed the accusations, controversially suggesting they were from “middle-class women of a certain age.” However, he later apologized for the remark, admitting he was “not in a good headspace” at the time.

His legal team has since strongly denied any claims of sexual harassment, stating that it is “entirely false to suggest he engages in behavior of a sexually harassing nature.”

MasterChef’s Response and Fallout

Following the allegations, Wallace stepped down from MasterChef in November 2024 after nearly two decades as a host. He was replaced by food critic and former I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! contestant Grace Dent.

Meanwhile, MasterChef producers launched an official investigation into Wallace’s conduct, enlisting law firm Lewis Silkin to conduct a “rigorous” review of the claims against him.

Impact on Gorman’s Show

The decision to remove the Wallace-focused episode highlights how TV productions are adapting to public backlash and the reputational risks associated with featuring controversial figures. Gorman’s Modern Life Is Goodish is set to return on Sky on February 24, albeit with only three episodes instead of the originally planned four.

While Gorman expressed disappointment over having to scrap an entire episode, he acknowledged that keeping it in the lineup would not have been appropriate given Wallace’s current situation.

With Modern Life Is Goodish preparing for its return, Gorman’s lighthearted take on modern culture remains intact—just without the unintended controversy of featuring a now-disgraced TV personality.

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