Bake Off The Professionals viewers divided as Stacey Solomon replaces Tom Allen in series debut
25.05.2022 - 11:41
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Bake Off: The Professionals returned to screens on Tuesday night and there was quite a big change. While Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden were back as judges and Liam Charles returned as host, his usual presenting partner Tom Allen was nowhere to be seen.
That's because the comedian decided to leave the show and has been replaced by Stacey Solomon on the Channel 4 show, which is a spin-off of the much-loved Great British Bake Off featuring industry chefs instead of amateur bakers.
The Loose Women panellist and Sort Your Life Out host didn't miss out on an opportunity to reference the change as she appeared alongside Liam in one of Tom's dapper suits. Her new co-host told her she didn't have to be just like Tom which was a relief to Stacey who joked she was glad she found out before she shaved her head.
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Tom Allen announced his departure from Bake Off: The Professionals in February, saying it was “time to move on”. He said: “I’ve had the best time co-hosting The Professionals down in Sussex with my wonderful friend Lam but now is the time to move on. It was my first TV presenting job back in 2018 and it has taught me so much – thanks to the amazing team with whom I’ve loved working, all the incredible chefs and most of all Benoit, Cherish and of course the brilliant Liam. Have a great series, you guys!!"
Stacey's appointment as co-host of the show was then announced in February. Bake Off: The Professionals said in a social media post: "Choux la la! We're chuffed to announce that @StaceySolomon will be joining @LiamCBakes, @BenoitBlinMCA, @Cherish_Finden and for the next series of Bake Off: The Professionals.
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