Gino D’Acampo thanks fans as he promotes his cookbook in Asda amid controversy.

Gino D’Acampo Shows Gratitude to Fans Amidst Controversy as He Resumes Book Signings

In a surprising turn of events, Gino D’Acampo has made a public comeback by signing copies of his cookbook at an Asda store, despite facing serious allegations of inappropriate behavior. The celebrity chef, 48, is currently under investigation by ITV, with allegations surfacing from over 40 individuals spanning a 14-year period.

During a meet-and-greet event, D’Acampo shared a lively video on Instagram, showcasing his interaction with fans. The clip captured the joyful moment as he embraced fans and promoted his latest cookbook along with his air fryer range. The event attracted a significant crowd, with many families eagerly waiting to get their copies of Gino’s Air Fryer Cook Book autographed.

In his post to his 2.2 million followers, D’Acampo expressed appreciation, stating, “Always fantastic to meet my fans, you guys are just awesome. Thank you ASDA for having us.” Despite the weight of the allegations against him, a wave of support flooded the comments section, with fans rallying behind him.

However, ITV’s response has been more severe, pulling all of D’Acampo’s upcoming shows from their lineup and indicating a lack of future collaboration with the chef. The allegations detailed in an ITV News report encompass sexually inappropriate remarks, aggressive behavior, and unacceptable conduct on set.

In a statement, D’Acampo has firmly denied all accusations. “I have never been made aware of these matters previously and the allegations are firmly denied,” he clarified. “I would not do anything that I thought would upset or distress anyone. This is simply not in my nature.” Some former colleagues, however, have voiced disappointment, suggesting that D’Acampo could have taken a more reflective approach to the claims.

Following the revelations, ITV has distanced itself from D’Acampo, reportedly scrapping his future projects. An insider revealed that the network is keen to avoid scenarios similar to previous controversies involving other celebrities, emphasizing their desire to tread carefully.

As the chef navigates the fallout from these allegations, the question remains: how will this impact his career moving forward?