Actress Lisa Faulkner has made a rare public statement about her husband, John Torode, following reports that the MasterChef judge was allegedly dismissed over the use of racial language.
Faulkner, known for her roles in EastEnders and Spooks, addressed the rumours during a recent interview, though she remained tight-lipped about specifics. "It's a difficult time, but we're focusing on family," she said.
MasterChef Scandal: What Happened?
Reports surfaced earlier this week that Torode, a long-standing judge on the BBC cooking show, had been let go following accusations of inappropriate remarks. The BBC has yet to confirm or deny the claims.
Sources close to the production suggest that tensions had been building behind the scenes, though no official statement has been released.
Fan Reactions Mixed
Fans of the show have taken to social media to express their shock, with many calling for transparency from the network. "If true, this is deeply disappointing," one viewer tweeted.
Others, however, have defended Torode, citing his reputation as a fair and respected figure in the culinary world.
Faulkner and Torode, who married in 2019 after meeting on the set of Celebrity MasterChef, have largely kept their personal lives private. This makes her brief comments all the more notable.
As the story develops, all eyes remain on the BBC for further clarification.
