Mar 2 • 16:00 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Mirror

Prue Leith admits 'I might still do it' as she teases TV show return after Bake Off exit

Dame Prue Leith hints at a possible return to TV after her departure from The Great British Bake Off, expressing a desire to balance her passion for television with personal time.

Dame Prue Leith, renowned chef and TV personality, has indicated that she might return to television following her recent departure from The Great British Bake Off. The 86-year-old made the announcement in January, stating she would be stepping down from the show after a successful nine-year tenure, during which she served as a judge alongside Paul Hollywood. Prue's exit will see Nigella Lawson stepping in to fill her position as a judge, a move that has sparked considerable media interest.

In her recent comments, Prue reflected on her time spent on the Bake Off and explained that she felt 'now is the right time to step back'. She expressed a desire to explore other interests and spend more time with her husband, John Playfair, which played a significant role in her decision to leave the show. However, Prue's love for cooking and television remains evident, as she teased the possibility of returning for the American edition of the show, suggesting that her potential comeback is contingent on her availability.

Prue's departure marks the end of an era for The Great British Bake Off, which has been a staple of British television. Her presence on the show has been cherished by fans, prompting curiosity about the future dynamic of the show with Lawson at the helm. Whether Prue will return to our screens remains uncertain, but her enduring passion for culinary arts and television suggests that viewers may yet see more of her talents in the future.

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