Actor John Barrowman claims TV producers encouraged Gino D'Acampo's antics by 'sexualising' him, citing an example of Gino cooking naked on This Morning. Barrowman also alleges producers pressured him into similar behaviour and criticizes the industry's hypocrisy in encouraging such acts while later denying responsibility. The discussion comes amidst allegations against D'Acampo of sexually inappropriate and intimidating behaviour.
Have YOU got a story? Email [email protected] Barowman has claimed that TV producers would have encouraged some of Gino D'Acampo's antics by 'sexualising' the way he appeared on shows.
'It's the same with Gino D'Acampo at the moment, which is unfortunate because they're the ones who - the TV shows, and I use this as example - like the one where he's on the TV show and he's standing there cooking in an apron but he's naked. John went on to suggest it is hypocritical of producers to encourage this atmosphere of 'having a laugh' and then claiming they were not on board with it later down the line.John's comments come as presenter Richard Osman also waded in on the scandal surrounding the Italian TV chef.
Now, it has been reported that ITV are under 'increasing pressure' to explain Gino's actions and why further action wasn't taken against him, according to The Sun. In response, ITV told MailOnline that 'where a complaint is made to ITV or serious concerns raised, we will look into it, and if we find that something inappropriate has happened, we will take action'.
'Most were not reported to ITV at the time. Where issues have been raised with ITV action has been taken.' John's comments come as presenter Richard Osman wade in on the scandal surrounding the Italian TV chef, he said: 'People do not lose their job because they said a couple of things a couple of times'
According to The Sun , Gino told the woman: 'If I could put the face of one on the body of the other then maybe, but I'd probably choose Holly because I'd have more fun with her.' An insider reportedly told the publication: 'It was no secret that Gino was difficult to work with and many staff members dreaded being on set with him.
Read More ITV comes under 'increasing pressure' to explain Gino D'Acampo's behaviour amid misconduct claims 'He knew he was ''The Talent'' and would throw his weight around. A lot of people found him to be a bully, but felt they weren't taken seriously when they approached senior staff members.Gino has been axed by ITV after he was accused of 'sexually inappropriate' behaviour spanning 12 years.
'This sends a damaging message to victims and the wider industry: that commercial interests outweigh accountability of potential sexual predators. According to ITV News, at least one production company was aware of repeated complaints from staff members about Gino's behaviour - yet continued to work with him on further TV projects.
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