BBC Celebrity MasterChef participant Jason Mohammad departed the kitchen on August 21, 2026. During the episode, panelists suggested he would make a decent pot washer. The comment sparked a swift fan reaction. Viewers shared online posts demanding justice after his departure.
A formal complaint was filed by the judges following the episode. One judge revealed a long sixteen-year feud with Gordon Ramsay in a follow-up statement. The same judge noted the ongoing rift had shaped his view of competition. Another contestant had to exit the competition immediately after the incident.