Prue Leith makes awkward confession about Noel Fielding after Matt Lucas Bake Off exit
‘Great British Bake Off’ judge was discussing who could replace Matt Lucas on the popular Channel 4 show
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Prue Leith has confessed that she’d never heard of her The Great British Bake Off co-star Noel Fielding until he appeared on the show.
The popular judge on the Channel 4 baking series appeared on Lorraine today (Tuesday 20 December), where she shared some anecdotes about her early days as a cook, as well as her thoughts on Matt Lucas’ recent exit from Bake Off.
The comedian shocked fans earlier this month by announcing he was quitting the show after three series. He explained that it had become too much of a struggle juggling his various TV commitments.
“Farewell Bake Off!” he wrote in a statement. “It’s been a delicious experience and I can’t imagine a more fun way of spending my summers. But it’s become clear to me that I can’t present both Fantasy Football League and Bake Off alongside all my other projects.
“So, after three series and 51 episodes, I am cheerfully passing the baguette on to someone else.”
Asked who she’d like to replace Lucas on the show, Leith paused before sharing her thoughts.
“I don’t know any young comedians... I’d never heard of Noel Fielding when he came on,” she admitted.
“[I’d like] someone I know, preferably!”
Fielding appears on Bake Off with Leith alongside her fellow judge, Paul Hollywood.
Lucas’ replacement has yet to be announced by Channel 4 or the series’ producers, but many are hoping it could lead to a fun reunion for Fielding.
He has served as a core member of the Bake Off team since 2019, when he took over from Sandi Toksvig as Fielding’s co-host.
He is scheduled to appear in two forthcoming Bake Off Christmas specials, which will air on Channel 4 on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments