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Matt Tebutt Joins MasterChef: The Professionals as Judge

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Matt Tebutt, a popular TV chef and food broadcaster, has been confirmed as a new judge on MasterChef: The Professionals, replacing Gregg Wallace who stepped down after allegations of sexual harassment. Tebutt, who has been speaking at the Abergavenny Food Festival, will join Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti on the BBC show, which is set to return with a new series on BBC One.

Key Takeaways:

  • Matt Tebutt, a host of Saturday Kitchen, will join Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti as a judge on MasterChef: The Professionals, replacing Gregg Wallace who resigned after allegations of sexual harassment.
  • Tebutt's appointment comes after he was widely tipped for the role by insiders and follows a year of scandal for the show.
  • The 51-year-old TV chef is also tipped to join the presenting lineup on the regular version of MasterChef, with the Executive Editor welcoming him on board.
  • Tebutt has a strong connection to Wales, having lived in the country since he was six months old and considering himself an 'honorary' Welshman.
  • He will speak at the Abergavenny Food Festival on Saturday, September 20, alongside wine guru Olly Smith, after hosting the BBC show earlier that day.
  • The new series of MasterChef: The Professionals is expected to feature a new crop of exciting new talent, with Tebutt bringing his knowledge and expertise to the judging line-up.

Statistics:

  • 45 out of 83 complaints against Gregg Wallace were upheld, mostly involving sexual language and humour.
  • Tebutt has been hosting Saturday Kitchen for an undisclosed duration.
  • The Abergavenny Food Festival will take place on Saturday, September 20, with Tebutt speaking alongside Olly Smith.
  • MasterChef: The Professionals will return with a new series on BBC One, with Tebutt featuring as a judge.

Sources:

  • Tebutt, M., & Abergavenny Chronicle. (n.d.). Abergavenny Food Festival speaker joins BBC's MasterChef: The Professionals as new judge. Abergavenny Chronicle.
  • BBC News. (n.d.). Gregg Wallace quits MasterChef show after harassment allegations. BBC News.
  • Abergavenny Chronicle. (n.d.). Food festival map created by locals to showcase town's businesses. Abergavenny Chronicle.
  • Abergavenny Chronicle. (n.d.). Stefan Gates and Gastronaut TV dock in at Borough Theatre for Festival Fundraiser. Abergavenny Chronicle.

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