As their final series of MasterChef starts on BBC One tonight

Gregg Wallace and John Torode return for their final series of MasterChef tonight (August 6) – but how will the pair earn their crust now they’ve been kicked out of the BBC kitchen?

The presenters were both sacked from the BBC series after an independent inquiry upheld a number of complaints against them. Gregg stepped back last autumn, while John followed suit last month.

However, the BBC decided to show the final series that the pair filmed, with the first episode on tonight. But once the paycheck for their final series is cashed, what’s next for the pair?

Well, according to William Hill, the ITV jungle is calling!

John Torode and Gregg Wallace’s final series of MasterChef starts tonight (Credit: BBC)

Gregg and John heading to the jungle?

Bookies have revealed that MasterChef presenters Gregg Wallace and John Torode have entered the betting to appear on this year’s edition of I’m A Celebrity….

With the BBC airing the new season of the cooking programme tonight – despite parting ways with the pair last month – Gregg is 4/1 for a stint in the jungle. John follows closely behind at 6/1.

Other names in the running to join the line-up include Will Mellor ( 5/4), Jools Oliver (6/4), Kate Cassidy (2/1), Tommy Fury (3/1) and Peter Crouch (7/2).

Spokesperson for William Hill, Lee Phelps, said: “News that the BBC will be airing the new series of MasterChef with Gregg Wallace and John Torode despite sacking the pair has prompted speculation about where they might appear next. We’ve added both to our market for who will take part in I’m A Celebrity… this year.”

Lee added: “Wallace is 4/1 with us to feature on the ITV series in winter – putting him level with Olivia Attwood and Thomas Skinner – with Torode available at slightly longer odds of 6/1.”

Could they swap the kitchen for camp life? (Credit: BBC)

Olivia Attwood to return?

Loose Women and This Morning host Olivia Attwood had previously signed up for I’m A Celebrity… in 2022. However, she left the jungle early due to medical reasons. And this has prompted fans to wonder if she could make her big comeback this year.

Olivia has always insisted that she’d finish what she started. However, during an Instagram Q&A, one fan begged: “Plz do the jungle.”

She replied: “Oh hunny noooooo.”

Danielle Lloyd has undergone another operation amid her cancer battle, leaving her followers concerned.

In February, the former Celebrity Big Brother star revealed she had skin cancer after she had surgery to remove a mole in December 2024. However, after having an operation to remove the surrounding tissue, she received the all-clear.

But six months later, Danielle now faces another cancer scare as she has had to have yet another mole removed. And is still awaiting the results.

Danielle has to wait 8-10 weeks for results (Credit: Instagram)

Danielle has surgery for cancer

Taking to her Instagram late last night (August 5), Danielle shared that she had to go back to hospital.

Danielle posted a video of her journey this time – but included a trigger warning for the content and topic. She captioned the post: “Today I had another surgery to remove another mole – this time on my stomach.”

The 41 year old admitted she won’t know the outcome for a while.

“We are hoping it’s just a precaution, but I will be waiting 8-10 weeks for the results.”

Danielle pleaded with her followers to always get things checked if the notice anything different on their bodies.

She penned: “Please don’t ignore any changes on your skin. I never thought this would happen to me – until it did. Early detection saves lives. Skin cancer is highly treatable when caught early.”

Danielle then shared some tips to staying healthy including using suncream, which has been widely debated by influencers recently. 

In her video accompanying the caption, Danielle showed her followers the mole which she was getting removed.

In the voiceover she admitted she was “a little apprehensive” while waiting, but was absolutely fine when she headed in.

Danielle included graphic footage of what the cut looked like, and admitted afterwards she was “a little bit sore and a little bit swollen”.

However, she remained cheery and finished it off by saying she was “looking forward to getting some positive results”.

The mole was on her stomach this time (Credit: Instagram)

Danielle supported by fans

Fans immediately flooded Danielle’s post with support and well-wishes, with everyone hoping that she would receive good news.

One penned: “Thank you for raising vital awareness. If in doubt, get it checked. Wishing you a speedy recovery with no further treatment.”

“Get well soon. Well done and thank you for sharing” another added.

A third penned: “Sending you all the good vibes and positivity!”

While Danielle may have a while to wait before she finds out, she seems to be in good spirits, and hopefully won’t have to go through any more treatment