Gregg Wallace Sells £1M Mansion Following MasterChef Exit, Plans Italy Retirement
Gregg Wallace has confirmed plans to sell his £1m Kent house as he seeks a quieter life after his July 2025 exit from MasterChef. The 61-year-old says downsizing will provide greater financial security for his family. He also intends to split his time between the UK and Italy.
Family and lifestyle changes
Wallace is married to Anne-Marie Sterpini. His son, Sid, is four years old and has additional special needs. He has discussed possible home-schooling and wants to reduce his workload.
The presenter plans to buy a more modest home. He hopes to spend about half the year in Italy, his wife’s native country. Retirement in Italy remains a stated long-term goal.
Career moves since the MasterChef exit
Since leaving the BBC, Wallace has moved into digital projects. He has hosted a TikTok cookalong and created wellness coaching content.
He has also been offering personalised messages through Cameo. These activities form part of his strategy to earn while cutting back on television work.
Legal actions and data requests
Wallace says he has legal advisers and is pursuing access to unredacted personal data held by the BBC. He believes the documents could lead to further legal steps.
He has described his removal from the show as unjust. His legal team contends that some findings did not support the most serious allegations against him.
Investigations, complaints and wider fallout
An inquiry into MasterChef substantiated more than 40 complaints about Wallace’s conduct. Those findings included one allegation of unwanted physical contact. They also recorded three instances described as inappropriate dress.
John Torode, Wallace’s former co-presenter, was also dismissed after a separate substantiated allegation. At least one presenter lodged legal claims seeking damages, but one such claim was discontinued shortly before a February hearing, with no payment agreed.
Autism diagnosis and workplace context
Wallace received a formal autism diagnosis in early 2025. He says the diagnosis was cited as highly relevant by an independent inquiry into MasterChef.
He has argued that the high-pressure studio environment amplified misunderstandings. Wallace says he often used humour to mask nervousness, which he believes led to mistakes.
Advocates have noted that autism can affect social cues, while also emphasising it is no licence for inappropriate behaviour. The presenter has criticised producers for not addressing his neurodiversity during his long tenure.
Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor developments in Wallace’s legal action and his plans to sell his Kent property. The presenter’s decision to sell and to spend extended periods in Italy marks a clear shift in his priorities.
