The hosts of Loose Women were caught off guard when celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo made an unexpected comment about a ‘kiss rule’ on the show.
In Wednesday’s episode of the popular ITV chat show, panellists Kaye Adams, Frankie Bridge, Kelly Brooks, and Kelly Holmes welcomed the 48-year-old Italian chef as he came on to discuss his latest cookbook.
But no sooner had he joined the panel, things took an unexpected turn as Gino proceeded to give each host a peck on the cheek. It seemed he flouted some guidance when he candidly confessed: “They told me ‘please don’t kiss the ladies on the table’ but what kind of Italian would come on the show without kissing the ladies. The rules are rubbish.”
The remark prompted chuckles from the panellists as Kelly playfully teased Gino, quipping: “Well I think you’ve just got fired.” Laughter erupted across the studio whilst a puzzled Gino inquired: “What, for a kiss?” reports .
Online reactions were swift, with comments flooding in on X, formally known as Twitter. One viewer remarked: “That was very awkward…. #loosewomen Frankie looked uncomfortable.”
Gino D’Acampo appeared on Loose Women on Wednesday morning (Image: ITV)
Another joked: “#loosewomen Gino being so careful with his innuendo today.” While one warned: “Careful Gino they’ll be wanting to cancel you. #loosewomen.”
A further questioned: “Do you really think they told him not to kiss them? ? #Loosewomen.” The conversation quickly veered towards Gino’s new air fryer cookbook, a Sunday Times Bestseller. Kaye didn’t miss a beat, challenging him by asking: “So you say what type of Italian doesn’t give someone a kiss when they greet them but what kind of Italian uses an airfryer?”
Holding up his book, Gino retorted confidently: “An Italian who made a hell of a lot of money.” Kaye quipped back, acknowledging his candour: “At least you are honest.”
Penny Lancaster was booted out of the Celebrity MasterChef kitchen in 2021 after concerning judges Gregg Wallace and John Torode with her timekeeping. Three years on her husband, Sir Rod Stewart, has taken aim at Gregg as he steps down from the BBC franchise with producer Banijay launching an investigation into historical allegations of misconduct against him.During the ill-fated episode the former Loose Women panelist, 50, was up against reality star Megan McKenna and TV presenter Melanie Sykes for a spot in the semi-final, but ran well over time when serving up her butternut squash ravioli. (Image: BBC)
It comes in the wake of the recent Gregg Wallace accusations of misconduct. The MasterChef star, 60, found himself at the centre of controversy as several women came forward alleging he had made sexually inappropriate remarks on the programme.
In response, Gregg took to Stories with some videos attempting to refute the allegations, asserting that his accusers were “a handful of middle class women of a certain age” However, he subsequently issued an apology for his comments.
In related news, the takes decisive action regarding its festive lineup, pulling the plug on the Celebrity MasterChef Christmas specials. As reported by Radio Times, the broadcaster has opted not to screen the pre-recorded holiday episodes titled ‘Celebrity MasterChef Christmas Cook Off’ and ‘MasterChef Meets Strictly Festive Extravaganza’, amid growing scrutiny and escalating pressures.
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