GRACE Dent and Anna Haugh will replace axed Gregg Wallace and John Torode as Masterchef judges.
Food critic Grace, 51, and , pipped Monica Galetti and Marcus Wareing to the coveted culinary roles.
Anna Haugh is one of the replacement judges set to take over on the new MasterChef
Food critic Grace Dent will be joining Anna, with a source saying they have ‘great chemistry’
Sources said because his ad commitments clashed with guidelines.
A TV source revealed: “It’s really exciting that two women are judging the show, especially as, historically, it’s been dominated by men, but coming to the decision hasn’t been easy.
“Grace and Anna have brilliant chemistry.
“They know it’s a big responsibility and can’t wait to deliver for the fans.”
and , both 60, had hosted since 2005 but were .
Dubliner Anna, a regular guest and a judge for the 2022 professionals series, took over from for the final episodes of the most recent season.
She runs Myrtle Restaurant and The Wee Sister wine bar in London.
has filmed Celebrity Masterchef with Torode before his exit. It has yet to air.
Yesterday, the BBC announced replaces Wallace on MasterChef: The Professionals.
John Torode and Gregg Wallace had hosted since 2005 but were axed over inappropriate behaviour 
