In a further statement that has been published by The Sun and The Daily Mail, a representative for the chef added: “Mr D’Acampo was first made aware of these allegations relating to events that are said to have occurred over 17 years ago [today at 15.17hrs / yesterday afternoon] when he was emailed by The Sun on Sunday.
In a statement given to The Sun on his behalf, a spokesperson for D’Acampo said: “Mr D’Acampo has only respect and admiration for Mary Berry and they have always had a great working relationship together.
Celebrity chef Gino D'Acampo has denied the latest set of allegations against him after being accused of drawing an explicit image of a woman during the filming of one of his ITV shows.
"None of these allegations have ever been brought to his attention previously, he does not recollect them and does not recognise the allegations or the behaviour which is attributed to him.
Responding to the allegations, an ITV spokesperson said: “The behaviour detailed is inappropriate and unacceptable.
