Essex student to step into the tent for this years Great British Bake Off
Nigella Lawson joins Paul Hollywood as 12 amateur bakers compete in Series 17, which returns with a revamped judging panel and diverse contestants.
- The Great British Bake Off returns to Channel 4 on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, for its 17th season, featuring a refreshed judging panel with new judge Nigella Lawson.
- Dame Prue Leith announced her departure in January 2026 after nine series, prompting the panel revamp. Returning judge Paul Hollywood joins hosts Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond.
- Twelve amateur bakers aged 21 to 67 join the cast this year, including paediatric doctor Yannis and costume designer and drag king Gabe.
- Yannis described entering the tent as "walking into my TV screen," while Gabe called participation a "dream," capturing contestants' emotional reactions to the experience.
- The premiere airs at 8pm on September 22, launching the competition for the 2026 champion with twelve amateur bakers competing across the season.
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Essex student to step into the tent for this years Great British Bake Off
Essex student Moyin joins 12 amateur bakers in The Great British Bake Off series 17, with Paul Hollywood and Nigella Lawson, starting September 22…
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