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'MasterChef' raises its rating to +12 after complaints about sexual content
The audience defender has received complaints regarding sexual references in 'MasterChef', leading to a change in its rating.

The show 'MasterChef' has decided to raise its rating to +12 after receiving complaints related to sexual content. This decision follows several communications received in the second quarter of 2026 by the Audience Defender.
According to the quarterly report from the Audience Defender, concerns have been reported regarding sensual and sexual content references in the program. In response to these complaints, the recommended viewing age for the show has been increased.

The Audience Defender has also urged the Entertainment Area and the management of TVE to reflect on this matter and evaluate the program's content and its suitability for the audience.
With this modification, 'MasterChef' aligns with audience perceptions of its material, aiming to provide entertainment that meets the expectations of its viewers.