Former TV chef Gregg Wallace , 61, announced that he has listed his £1 million Kent mansion for sale following his removal from the BBC’s MasterChef programme. While the property is on the market, Wallace says he does not need to sell because earnings from the fan‑video platform Cameo cover his household expenses.

£38.05 Cameo videos replace TV royalties for Wallace

Wallace joined Cameo in December , offering fans short videos for £38.05 each, with business‑to‑business requests priced at £342.47 and direct messages at £2.28. He told Instagram followers that these micro‑transactions have “enabled us to cover all the bills,” allowing him to sustain his family without relying on television income. According to the source, Wallace emphasized that it has been two years since he earned any money from TV, yet he is “working and earning a living and paying the bills.”

Plan to swap £1 million Kent home for modest Yorkshire house

Wallace explained that he and his wife, Anne‑Marie, intend to downsize to a more affordable property in Yorkshire, close to their daughter. He said the move will reduce upkeep costs and create a “lifestyle that’s easily affordable” as he enters his sixties.. The plan includes spending five months each year in Italy, where his wife is Italian, and renting elsewhere for the remainder of the year.

Legal fallout and BBC dismissal still loom

The former MasterChef presenter was dismissed by the BBC in July after an investigation into 83 historical workplace misconduct allegations, of which 45 were upheld. he later sued the broadcaster for up to £10,000, claiming the BBC failed to protect his personal data, but dropped the claim in February. The source notes that this legal backdrop continues to shape public perception of Wallace’s financial decisions.

Homeschooling his autistic son amid the move

Wallace revealed that his seven‑year‑old son, Sid, who is autistic and non‑verbal, will be homeschooled during their transition. He said autism specialists will support the new educational setup, aligning with his desire for a “slower pace of life” and greater family stability. This personal detail adds another layer to the financial and logistical considerations driving the property sale.

Unanswered: How sustainable is the Cameo model for long‑term security?

While Wallace credits Cameo with covering current expenses, it remains unclear whether the platform can sustain his family’s needs over the longer term, especially with upcoming costs tied to international travel and a new home purchase.. The source does not provide data on his total Cameo earnings or projected income trends.