BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty has been accused of displaying 'diva-like' behaviour and subjecting junior staff to harsh treatment behind the scenes, according to sources within the corporation.
Insiders claim the 48-year-old presenter has a reputation for being difficult to work with, with reports of on-set tantrums and belittling remarks aimed at younger colleagues.
A Culture of Fear?
Several production staff have allegedly described an atmosphere of intimidation when working with Munchetty, with one source stating: 'She can be absolutely brutal to junior members of the team.'
The allegations come amid ongoing scrutiny of workplace culture at the BBC, following several high-profile complaints about bullying behaviour among senior presenters.
BBC's Response
A BBC spokesperson said: 'The BBC takes all allegations of inappropriate behaviour very seriously. We have robust procedures in place to deal with any concerns raised by staff.'
However, some insiders suggest complaints about Munchetty's conduct have been overlooked due to her high-profile status on the flagship morning programme.
Pattern of Behaviour
Multiple sources describe similar incidents involving the presenter:
- Alleged shouting matches with production staff
- Reports of last-minute script changes causing chaos
- Claims of unfair criticism directed at junior researchers
One former colleague stated: 'There's definitely a pattern - the nicer the on-screen persona, the worse some presenters behave off-camera.'
The revelations raise fresh questions about workplace culture at the national broadcaster, which has faced criticism in recent years for its handling of staff complaints.
