The decision comes afterfour women accused Bataliof inappropriate behavior over a long period of time.
Batali alreadystepped away from his businessesafter the accusations were published inEater New York.The 57-year-old chef has co-hostedThe Chewsince 2011.
I apologize to the people I have mistreated and hurt.
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That behavior was wrong and there are no excuses.
The successes I have enjoyed are owned by everyone on my team.
The failures are mine alone.
Meanwhile, the third season ofThe Great AmericanBaking Showwont air because of allegations levied against Iuzzini.
More importantly, I am deeply sorry to those who felt hurt.
I must hear that what the women making the accusations are telling me and recognize I caused pain.
