Jermaine Jenas has been seen for the first time since his sacking from the BBC emerged tonight.The media personality and ex-footballer, 41, was snapped on the phone on the backseat of a car after hosting TalkSPORT's Drive show. (Image: W8 Media) Several women have reportedly come forward with accusations of "inappropriate behaviour" by Jermaine Jenas.
The 41-year-old former footballer and presenter, known for hosting Match of the Day and The One Show, was sacked by the BBC following these allegations on Thursday. A BBC spokesperson said after the sacking: "We can confirm that he is no longer part of our presenting lineup." Jenas, who was live on air when the news of his dismissal broke, has stated there are "two sides to every story" and is seeking legal advice.
Jenas' contract with the corporation was terminated this week after the BBC allegedly received a complaint about text messages sent by him last month and began an investigation. Claims suggest that after one woman complained about receiving unsolicited messages, other female staff members also came forward. An insider told The Sun : "The first complaint was raised after Jermaine flirtily messaged a female member of staff on The One Show, and she raised her misgivings in a formal capacity.
" Jermaine Jenas has been sacked by the BBC (Image: Getty) "The BBC knows it cannot now ignore concerns or complaints so after immediate routine enquiries the decision was taken to take him off air, and terminate his contract. They ac.