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Nigella Lawson 'Frightened' by This Bake Off Element Ahead of Channel 4 Series Debut
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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Meet The Great British Bake Off 2026 cast - from doctors to drag kings
Bakers, get ready! It’s almost time to head back to the Bake Off tent... Autumn is officially here, which means only one thing: an abundance of great TV is heading our way. One of these is the newest season of The Great British Bake Off, returning to Channel 4 on Monday 22 September. This year, though, there’s a slight shift up. While Paul Hollywood, Alison Hammond, and Noel Fielding are all returning to the iconic show, Prue Leith will not be j…
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