Gregg Wallace is a British television personality, best known for his role as a judge on MasterChef. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated to be £3.9 million. Wallace’s wealth is attributed to his diverse career, which spans broadcasting and various business ventures.
Early Life and Career
Wallace’s career began in the food industry, working as a grocer at Covent Garden market at 15. He later founded his first business, George Allan’s Greengrocers, in 1989, which had a turnover of £7.5 million at its peak. However, the business folded in 2002.
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He then entered the restaurant industry, launching Wallace & Co. and Gregg’s Bar and Grill in 2010, but both closed in 2014, leaving him and his investors owing £150,000 to suppliers.
Later, his greengrocer business, Secretts Direct (renamed West Veg Ltd), also went into liquidation in 2013.
Television Career
Wallace transitioned to television in 2002 with BBC Radio 4’s Veg Talk, before gaining prominence as a judge on MasterChef, a role he has held since 2005.
His work on MasterChef and its spin-off shows earned him significant fame and financial success. In 2016, it was reported that he earned £250,000 annually for his role on the show.
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Controversies and Investigation
Recently, Wallace stepped back from MasterChef amid an investigation into “historic” allegations of misconduct, which he denies. The BBC is looking into claims made by 13 individuals spanning across five different TV shows over 17 years.
Despite his controversies, Wallace’s career in television and business has made him a wealthy and influential figure in British media, with a notable £3.9 million net worth as of 2024.
On December 8, 2024, SEVENTEEN’s The8 released the official visualizer for his track “Cold Love,” adding another amazing element to his solo debut project.
The song is featured on his Chinese debut EP, STARDUST, and the visualizer complements the track’s dreamy and ethereal vibe perfectly.
This release follows the earlier revealing of the visualizer for his track “54321 (Lift Off)” featuring fellow SEVENTEEN member Vernon.
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The newly released visualizer for “Cold Love” takes fans on a mesmerizing journey, with The8 surrounded by a cloud of glittering stardust, which adds a sense of wonder and otherworldliness to the already emotional and atmospheric song.
The ethereal imagery within the visualizer matches the track’s delicate tone, creating a harmonious and immersive experience that enhances the song’s introspective lyrics and delicate production.
The8’s visualizer not only highlights his artistry but also his ability to create a compelling narrative through visuals and music.
The release of STARDUST has been highly anticipated by fans, especially after the success of his previous solo work.
The8 has always been praised for his unique musical style, blending various genres and influences to create something fresh and intriguing.
With STARDUST, he continues to showcase his growth as an artist, further establishing his individuality outside of SEVENTEEN’s group activities.
Fans have been eagerly awaiting more content from The8 as he continues to develop his solo career, and the visualizer for “Cold Love” is a perfect continuation of this creative journey.
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For those who have not yet experienced the full visualizer for “54321 (Lift Off) feat. Vernon,” it’s also available to watch, offering a different, yet equally mesmerizing, visual experience.
In the midst of his successful solo venture, The8 continues to receive support from his SEVENTEEN members and fans around the world.
His ability to create both visually and musically amazing works has solidified his place as a versatile and talented artist in the K-pop industry. Fans are now looking forward to more releases from The8 as he explores even further into his solo artistry and continues to impress with his musical and creative vision.
