Gregg Wallace announces ‘big plans’ to travel across Italy and build autism business

21 Apr 2026 • 7:01 PM MYT
The Independent
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Gregg Wallace announces ‘big plans’ to travel across Italy and build autism business

  • Gregg Wallace, the former MasterChef presenter, has announced plans to sell his family home and embark on a five-month annual travel adventure across Italy.
  • The 61-year-old broadcaster shared his intentions on Instagram, stating he is 'trying to organise a life of adventure' as he prepares for a new chapter.
  • Wallace also revealed his desire to home school his six-year-old son, Sid, who was diagnosed with autism in 2022.
  • He is simultaneously building a business with Ruth and Sarah – autism experts for helping families with autistic children.
  • This new chapter follows his departure from MasterChef last July, after being sacked following an investigation into misconduct allegations, which he later apologised for.

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