Gregg Wallace has thanked people for their “support” in a video posted on Instagram after he stepped down from MasterChef over allegations he made inappropriate sexual comments on a range of programmes over 17 years.

In the short video clip, the MasterChef host said: “I would like to thank all the people getting in touch, reaching out and showing their support. It’s good of you.

“Thank you very much.”

Broadcaster Kirsty Wark is among 13 people who have made claims, with Wallace…