Celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo faces serious allegations of inappropriate behavior spanning over a decade, raising concerns about workplace safety in the television industry.
At a Glance
- Gino D’Acampo accused of making sexualized comments and gestures towards female employees over 12 years
- D’Acampo and his legal team vehemently deny all allegations
- ITV News investigation reveals multiple claims of inappropriate behavior
- Production companies and ITV emphasize commitment to staff welfare and robust protocols
- Incident highlights broader issues of workplace safety and accountability in television
Allegations Against D’Acampo
ITV News has uncovered multiple allegations of inappropriate behavior by celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo, spanning over 12 years. The accusations include sexualized comments and gestures towards female employees, as well as intimidating behavior. One particularly concerning incident allegedly occurred in 2019, where D’Acampo is accused of threatening a colleague over an ice cream.
A woman present during the alleged ice cream incident reported, “I was present when Gino said to the runner, ‘If you don’t get me a Cornetto I will f*** your girlfriend’. I felt appalled, disgusted, embarrassed and very angry.”
D’Acampo’s Response
D’Acampo and his legal team have strongly denied all allegations. The chef expressed his distress over the claims, stating, “I have been told by ITN news that allegations have been made about me acting inappropriately, some dating back over ten years ago.”
His legal team emphasized, “Mr. D’Acampo is horrified to be accused of ‘power play’ and an ‘aggressive act’. He emphatically and unequivocally denies these allegations.”
Industry Response
The allegations have prompted responses from various production companies and broadcasters. Objective Media Group, co-producer of “Gordon, Gino and Fred’s Road Trip,” stated, “Objective Media Group takes the welfare and wellbeing of all its production staff and teams incredibly seriously. We have robust protocols and procedures in place for all cast and crew, including on-screen talent, that we review regularly whilst also ensuring that we take into account developments regarding industry wide ‘Duty of Care’ guidelines.”
The outcome of the case could have far-reaching implications for workplace culture in television production and beyond.
