BBC Tells Gregg Wallace a Return to ‘MasterChef’ Is “Untenable” After Report Upholds 45 Allegations

BBC Tells Gregg Wallace a Return to ‘MasterChef’ Is “Untenable” After Report Upholds 45 Allegations

The BBC has cut ties with MasterChef star Gregg Wallace after an external report upheld 45 allegations against the presenter. Last week, The Hollywood Reporter reported that more than 50 people approached the British broadcaster with fresh claims about the 60-year-old, including allegations that he groped a colleague and pulled his trousers down in front…

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How to Stream the BBC in the U.S. Online

How to Stream the BBC in the U.S. Online

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission. The British Broadcasting Corporation has brought the world hit films and series such as Doctor Who, Killing Eve, Bluey, Sherlock and the original Office starring Ricky Gervais. Some of the BBC‘s popular…

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Prince William Launches ‘Guardians’ Docuseries on Rangers on BBC Earth Digital Platforms

Prince William Launches ‘Guardians’ Docuseries on Rangers on BBC Earth Digital Platforms

Prince William is launching Guardians, a six-part docuseries on rangers and the important work they do to protect nature as “unsung heroes,” on BBC Earth digital platforms on Friday. The brainchild of the royal who has also voiced the trailer for the show and the introductions to individual episodes is available on the BBC Earth YouTube channel and…

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Channel 4 to Move Into Production Amid IP Focus: “Global Income to Drive U.K. Content Investment”

Channel 4 to Move Into Production Amid IP Focus: “Global Income to Drive U.K. Content Investment”

U.K. broadcaster Channel 4, led by CEO Alex Mahon, who recently said she would step down this summer after eight years, will move into in-house production in a sea change and will also start looking to buy production companies with “strong commercial potential” in an evolution of its acquisition strategy. Over the course of its 40-year history,…

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BBC Review Finds No “Toxic Culture” But “Minority of People Whose Behavior Is Simply Not Acceptable”

BBC Review Finds No “Toxic Culture” But “Minority of People Whose Behavior Is Simply Not Acceptable”

The BBC has said it will take immediate action to improve workplace culture, after publishing a comprehensive independent report amid allegations of bullying.  The report from Change Associates, led by Executive Chairman and Founder Grahame Russell, found no evidence of a toxic culture, but in a series of detailed findings and recommendations it highlighted key…

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