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Gino D’Acampo Caught Smiling Days Before ITV Axing Amid Shocking Allegations!

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Despite the recent allegations against him, Gino D’Acampo spent a carefree evening with his wife Jessica Stellina Morrison and fellow star Fred Sirieix, only 24 hours before ITV decided to part ways with him due to claims of sexually inappropriate and intimidating behavior.

On a recent Friday, TopMob disclosed that the television shows of the accused chef have been removed from their schedule following accusations about his conduct over a period of 12 years during the filming of his popular food and travel series. However, he has refuted these allegations.

However, prior to the announcement becoming public, Gino (aged 48) along with Jessica (his partner), who have sons Luciano (22), Rocco (19), and Mia (12), were having a lively time together with their co-star Fred (53).

In the Instagram video, they all smiled and chuckled upon entering the event, with Gino playfully commenting that his wife had mistakenly picked the wrong foreigner since she was holding hands with Frenchman Fred instead.

As I admired Jessica, radiantly dressed in a form-fitting sequin jumpsuit, Gino, known for his travel shows alongside Fred and Gordon Ramsay on ITV, beamed a broad grin and sipped his drink. I humorously captioned the photo: “When my wife selects the incorrect foreigner!

It appears that the Italian chef was discreetly let go from the TV show “Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip” because he declined to agree to a moral clause in his contract. This provision would have given ITV the authority to terminate him if his conduct during filming became an issue.

Instead of airing two episodes of “Gino’s Italy: Secrets of the South” on ITVBe from 6pm to 7pm on Sunday, an episode of “Abbey Clancy: Celebrity Homes” will be broadcast instead.

Tonight at 7pm and every Monday evening, ITV2 will air Wheel of Fortune, hosted by Graham Norton, instead of Family Fortunes, which was previously hosted by Gino. This change has been made to ITV’s schedule.

As a die-hard admirer, I must share this intriguing tidbit: It appears the powers that be at ITV are pulling out all the stops to avoid finding themselves in a BBC-like predicament with Gregg Wallace or repeating the Schofield saga. An insider spilled the beans to TopMob today, suggesting they’re meticulously safeguarding their ground.

I, a devoted follower, have come across allegations regarding my behavior on various television shows. These accusations involve the use of inappropriate, sexualized, and aggressive language during filming for programs such as “Gino’s Italian Express,” “Gordon, Gino and Fred’s Road Trip,” “Gino’s Italy: Secrets of South,” “Like Mamma Used to Make,” and “Emission Impossible.

ITV has adjusted its programming for the upcoming ten days, preventing him from appearing on your television screens during that time. However, some of his programs will still be accessible through ITV’s streaming service, ITVX.

In early 2025, it was planned to air a fresh installment of the classic game show Family Fortunes, with Gino as the host, but ITV decided against going ahead with the broadcast instead.

While employed by ITV, Gino had the freedom to express himself and act accordingly, according to his accusers, who claim they felt too intimidated to file a complaint during that period.

It appears that ITV started distancing itself from Gino following the controversy surrounding Gregg Wallace on MasterChef and the departure of Philip Schofield from This Morning, according to various reports.

2002 marked the year when Gino and Jessica exchanged wedding vows. Their paths crossed five years prior to that, both of them being employed at Sylvester Stallone’s Mambo King restaurant in Marbella. At the time, Gino was a chef, while Jessica worked as a waitress.

For about a year, they took a break from each other. However, upon resuming their relationship, the chef realized that she couldn’t imagine being with anyone else and they chose to relocate to the United Kingdom as a couple.

The pair got married in the year 2002, following Gino’s release from prison, where he had been imprisoned since his arrest for burglarizing the residence of ’80s singer Paul Young back in 1998.

While serving time in prison, it’s said that the couple may have momentarily separated. However, upon his release, Gino seems to have made significant changes for the better.

Last month, Gino posted delightful photos on Instagram from a ski trip where he was celebrating his wife’s birthday with her.

He wrote: “We’ve been together for 31 years, still grinning as if it were our first date… happy birthday, my love… GDx” (informal, affectionate)

Even though they relish their shared moments, it’s true that Gino and Jessica lead separate lives at times, with them frequently spending extended stretches apart when they’re not working.

He mentioned that he meticulously arranges his time off work to ensure solitude, an action he attributes as beneficial for the wellbeing of his marriage, as it’s generally thought that Jessica takes care of their family at home.

Gino shared with Heat his thoughts, stating, “I consider it crucial to devote meaningful moments to my family, while I also place great emphasis on solitude. This quiet time allows for personal self-discovery and encourages reflection, an activity many of us tend to overlook.

‘Everybody’s always so busy and alone time is super-important for my marriage.’

Speaking passionately, let me share a profound insight: “For the past three decades, Jessica and I have been inseparable, yet we’ve managed to maintain our individuality. We are blessed with three beautiful children, but even as a family, we each cherish our personal spaces, which has been instrumental in keeping our relationship problem-free.

Often recognized for his humorous on-screen demeanor, Gino has found himself under scrutiny due to accusations by many individuals over the last 12 years. Their descriptions of his behavior range from “troubling,” “inappropriate,” to “extremely offensive.

Based on reports from ITV News, it’s known that at least one production firm received multiple concerns about his conduct from employees, but still chose to collaborate with him on additional television productions.

However, despite the queries concerning their failure to report occurrences over a period of 12 years, many of these women confessed to ITV News that they were too terrified to lodge complaints against Gino due to their independent employment status, fearing repercussions and being shunned within the TV industry.

One insider from the broadcasting company shared with TopMob that the Italian chef, who refutes allegations of unacceptable conduct, has fallen prey to the “MasterChef phenomenon.

One woman who worked with him declared: ‘Gino said and did whatever he wanted’. 

He received criticism for inappropriate behavior towards women during his peak popularity on shows like This Morning, Saturday Cooks, and other ITV programs.

ITV News uncovered numerous claims of inappropriate behavior towards the TV personality on sets where he worked. These individuals, speaking to ITV, deemed his actions as unsuitable and upsetting.

One woman reported to the inquiry that Gino expressed his desire, “I’d love to flip you over and have my way with you, right there on the kitchen counter,” in full view of the entire team.

A different woman mentioned during her time off set, ‘He nonchalantly swung open the door wearing only boxers, revealing no more than that. He then leaped onto the bed, raised one leg and made an explicit comment about his personal areas, humorously discussing their dimensions.’

In another accusation, D’Acampo is said to have made an inappropriate comment towards a junior employee, threatening that he would sleep with their girlfriend if they weren’t given a Cornetto ice cream.

It is claimed that D’Acampo made comments regarding another young female coworker such as: “Don’t we need to discuss her breasts? They’re flawless, they’re like a full meal.” Another individual shared with ITV News that he said to a young colleague: “When will we all get drunk and have sex together?” (This version tries to use less crude language while still conveying the original meaning.)

In response to the accusations, D’Acampo stated to ITV News that such claims are “completely uncharacteristic” of him, expressing his dismay by calling them “extremely troubling.

As a connoisseur of style and lifestyle, I can confidently affirm that when the recent incident unfolded, it was shared that Gino views himself as a “witty, charming Italian fellow.” It’s essential to clarify that there is no ill-intention behind his humor or playful demeanor.

A reliable source from ITV, who is familiar with the situation regarding D’Acampo, shared with TopMob that the controversy surrounding Gregg Wallace has caused great concern at Britain’s largest commercial TV network about potential impact on their programs. As a result, it appears that Gino was compelled to leave.

It was mentioned that ITV is expressing concern after observing the success of MasterChef on BBC.

If they’re phasing out Gino, it decreases the possibility that they’d need to terminate or halt a show prematurely during a series. Given that MasterChef has already scrapped two costly holiday specials, the BBC might now be wishing they had acted more promptly.

Gino is known for his lively behavior on set, and although numerous audiences adore him and his presentation manner, it’s undeniable that he’s ruffled feathers among those he’s collaborated with over time.

The woman who lodged a complaint with ITV might have recognized similarities in her own workplace experiences after hearing about Gregg’s situation, leading her to think, ‘Perhaps my treatment wasn’t fair either.’

Wallace perceived his actions as friendly banter, and while Gino may hold the same view, societal norms have evolved since then.

An unidentified employee of the TV station reportedly voiced concerns about an individual following Gregg Wallace’s departure from MasterChef due to allegations regarding his behavior, which supposedly prompted them to come forward with their concerns.

She reportedly voiced her objections to ITV at the exact moment when Mr. Wallace issued an apology, stating that he had blamed “middle-aged women from the upper class” for his sudden downfall.

Another TV source added last year: ‘This is all about mitigating risk.

It seems likely that ITV aims to avoid further scandals following their challenging year with Philip Schofield. Their focus may now be on recruiting individuals without any hidden issues or controversies in their past.

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2025-02-07 21:23

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