personality is the latest TV star to be at the centre of allegations of .
The 48-year-old has been hit with over the past 12 years, as 40 people have reportedly come forward.
, calling them “deeply upsetting.”
In a show of support, D’Acampo’s former co-star and celebrity pal publicly backed his latest venture.
According to , the First Dates star liked the Italian chef’s post about hosting a meet-and-greet in Asda following his cookbook release.
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Fred has publicly backed Gino with an Instagram ‘like’ (Image: ITV)
In the clip, many of D’Acampo’s fans could be seen hugging the under-fire star, as he captioned the post: “Always fantastic to meet my fans, you guys are just awesome. Thank you ASDA for having us…”
Although Fred has remained quiet on the allegations, the like indicates his support following the end of their series, Gino and Fred: Emission Impossible.
The duo have previously worked together, with the addition of iconic TV chef in Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip.
As the series was produced by Gordon’s production company, and stated: “Studio Ramsay have not worked on a series with Gino D’Acampo since 2022.
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Gino, Gordon and Fred starred on a cooking series together (Image: ITV)
“We take all allegations of inappropriate behaviour and workplace misconduct seriously, promptly investigate, and take appropriate remedial action when warranted.”
In response to the allegations, D’Acampo said: “I have been told by ITV News that allegations have been made about me acting inappropriately, some dating back over 10 years ago.
“I have never been made aware of these matters previously and the allegations are firmly denied.
“I would not do anything that I thought would upset or distress anyone. This is simply not in my nature. I do not recognise the version of events being put to me,” he added.