Lisa Faulkner has thanked her social media followers for his or her assist following John Torode’s sacking.
The 60-year-old chef was lately fired because the host of MasterChef, after an allegation in opposition to him of utilizing “an especially offensive racist time period” was upheld, and Lisa, his spouse, has now taken to social media to thank her followers for his or her present of assist.
The 53-year-old star – who has been married to John since 2019 – stated in an Instagram video: “Hello there, I simply needed to test in and say hey and I am right here.
“Simply thanks for all of your actually beautiful feedback as a result of they actually imply so much, so thanks.”
Earlier this month, John reiterated that he has “no recollection” of creating an allegedly racist comment.
The TV star stated in an announcement: “Though I have never heard from anybody on the BBC or Banijay – I’m seeing and studying that I have been ‘sacked’ from MasterChef and I repeat that I’ve no recollection of what I am accused of.
“The enquiry couldn’t even state the date or yr of when I’m meant to have stated one thing unsuitable.
“I might hoped that I might have some say in my exit from a present I’ve labored on since its relaunch in 2005, however occasions in previous couple of days appear to have prevented that.”
He added: “Over the previous few months, I’ve been contemplating my life and the form of it now and sooner or later.
“Celeb MasterChef, which I lately filmed with Grace Dent together with two incredible Christmas specials will likely be my final.
“Personally, I’ve liked each minute engaged on MasterChef, however it is time to cross the cutlery to another person. For whoever takes over, like it as I’ve.”
John additionally insisted that he’ll proceed to observe the TV present, regardless of his sacking.
He stated: “I’ll watch fondly from afar as I now deal with the numerous different thrilling initiatives that I’ve been working in the direction of.
“My tummy will be glad about a relaxation after 20 years of consuming, however what a pleasure it has been.
“Life is everchanging and ever transferring and generally private happiness and fulfilment lay elsewhere.
“Thanks for the numerous years of MasterChef.”