Gregg Wallace is a well-known English broadcaster, entrepreneur, media personality, writer, and former greengrocer. Born on 17th of October 1964 in Peckham, London, Gregg has risen to become one of the most celebrated personalities in the UK media industry.
After leaving school at the age of 16, Gregg began working in a fruit and vegetable shop as a greengrocer. It is this experience that helped him to develop a passion for fresh produce, which he would later channel into various business ventures. Gregg worked his way up the ranks in the food industry, starting as a vegetable seller on a street market in Covent Garden, before eventually becoming a successful businessman.
Gregg’s media career began when he was approached to present a program on produce from around the world. Since then, he has presented shows such as MasterChef, Celebrity MasterChef, and Inside the Factory, all of which have earned him a huge following. He is also a regular commentator on food and drink trends in the UK, regularly appearing on television shows, as well as writing articles for newspapers and magazines.
In addition to his media career, Gregg is a successful businessman, having founded and run a successful bakery and a restaurant in Putney. He is also a prolific writer, having co-authored several books with other chefs and authors, including John Torode.
Despite his busy schedule, Gregg always makes time for charity work, with causes close to his heart including those that support disadvantaged children and those that promote healthy eating and nutritious food. Today, he is regarded as one of the most prominent personalities in the food and media industries, with a dedicated following of fans who admire him for his knowledge, passion, and generosity.