The TV chef is accused of making distressing and unacceptable comments to female staff members during filming.

Celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo has firmly denied accusations of inappropriate behaviour towards women while filming his TV shows. Several women have come forward with disturbing claims about his actions, describing instances of distressing and unacceptable treatment on set. One woman recalled an incident where D’Acampo allegedly made a sexually explicit comment to a junior member of staff, threatening her boyfriend unless she provided him with a Cornetto ice cream. She described the experience as appalling and said it left her feeling disgusted, embarrassed, and very angry.

Another female crew member told ITV News that she felt bullied and intimidated by D’Acampo’s behaviour, suggesting that he used his position of power to harass staff members. She was shocked by his actions, questioning why such conduct occurred on a cookery programme.

In a statement, D’Acampo’s legal team expressed his shock at these allegations, asserting that he had no recollection of the incidents and would never use such language. They vehemently denied the claims, labelling them as false.

In one particularly disturbing allegation, a woman claimed that D’Acampo made an explicit sexual remark during a 2011 magazine shoot. Although others present laughed, she recalled feeling horrified and shocked by his comment. She described him as acting entitled and confident that no one would challenge his behaviour.

A third woman recounted an uncomfortable encounter during a location shoot, where D’Acampo allegedly opened the door wearing only his boxer shorts and made inappropriate references to his body. She felt disgusted by his actions and considered leaving her job due to the unsettling atmosphere he created.

Responding to these accusations, D’Acampo’s legal team reiterated that he categorically denies any inappropriate sexual conduct. They noted that no such allegations were made during his time on Gino’s Italian Express, and that this was the first time he had been made aware of the claims.

Further allegations were raised concerning his conduct while filming Gordon, Gino and Fred’s Road Trip. ITV News reported that concerns had been raised with the production company Objective Media Group regarding comments made by D’Acampo. An email was sent in December of the previous year, and the response indicated that he had been spoken to about distinguishing between his on-screen persona and his off-screen behaviour.

Objective Media Group assured that the welfare of production staff is taken very seriously, noting that they have behavioural clauses in talent contracts. ITV also responded to the allegations, stating that it is the responsibility of production companies to ensure the wellbeing of all staff. ITV emphasized that any inappropriate or unacceptable behaviour would be dealt with accordingly, although most complaints had not been reported at the time.

D’Acampo has denied all the allegations, stating that he would never intentionally upset or distress anyone, and expressing deep regret at being accused of such behaviour. He stressed that he had always been supported by executives, even during the time the alleged incidents occurred.