Why is Prue Leith leaving The Great British Bake Off?
Prue Leith stated that she felt it was the right time to step back after nine seasons.
TV / Baking Shows
TV chef Nigella Lawson will replace Dame Prue Leith on The Great British Bake Off, joining Paul Hollywood as a judge. This change comes as Prue Leith steps down after nine seasons. Lawson expressed her excitement and honor in joining the Na...
Nigella Lawson's appointment is seen as a positive change for The Great British Bake Off, which has experienced fluctuating viewership in recent years. While the show reached 10 million viewers on BBC One, it has seen lower numbers on Channel 4, though it remains a ratings success. Lawson has previously worked with Channel 4 and has also appeared on Australian cooking shows. Her last series, Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat aired on BBC One in 2020. Her addition is expected to bring a mix of familiarity and international recognition to the show. Stuart Heritage of The Guardian noted that Lawson would give the show a "shot in the arm."
Prue Leith stated that she felt it was the right time to step back after nine seasons.
Nigella Lawson will join the show for its 17th series, launching later this year.
Nigella Lawson will be judging alongside Paul Hollywood, with Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding as hosts.
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