MasterChef judge Gregg Wallace has hit back at bizarre claims that he took his trousers off during filming for the hit BBC cooking show, branding the rumours as "utter nonsense".
The 59-year-old television personality took to social media to address the peculiar speculation after fans questioned whether he had been "pantless" during recent episodes.
The Strange Rumour That Sparked It All
Viewers had begun speculating about Wallace's wardrobe choices after noticing he appeared to be sitting differently during one particular MasterChef episode. Some eagle-eyed fans even claimed they could see his bare legs under the judging table.
"I don't know where this has come from," Wallace said in his response. "Why on earth would I take my trousers off while filming a professional television programme?"
A History of On-Screen Quirks
While Wallace is known for his sometimes eccentric behaviour on MasterChef, including his famous "walloping" sound effects when tasting food, he insists this particular rumour crosses a line.
"I might get excited about a good pudding," he joked, "but there are limits to how far I'll go for entertainment!"
The presenter, who has been a judge on MasterChef since 2005, confirmed that all filming takes place with full professional decorum and appropriate attire at all times.
Fan Reactions and Social Media Buzz
The unusual rumour sparked a flurry of amused reactions on social media, with many fans coming to Wallace's defence:
- "As if Gregg would risk getting gravy on his bare legs!" tweeted one supporter
- "This is the most ridiculous MasterChef conspiracy since the 'is the oven really on?' debate" added another
- Some viewers admitted they only heard about the rumour after Wallace addressed it
Wallace concluded his statement by saying: "I can assure everyone I wear trousers at all appropriate times - though I can't promise I won't get overexcited about a particularly good crème brûlée."
