Great British Bake Off Star Mary Berry Receives Damehood!

As British Bake Off winner John Whaite continues to dominate the Strictly leaderboard, it’s clear that there he has more strings to his bow than baking. The baker has proved himself an exceptional dancer paired with professional partner Johannes Radebe, and scored the first perfect 40 of the series on week three.

The Great British Bake Off aired another emotional exit on Tuesday as George became the latest contestant to leave the tent. For the latest instalment, the bakers were challenged during caramel week where they had to produce several tricky creations, which included caramel tarts, caramel biscuit bars and a showstopper masterpiece.

UK Channel 4 and Netflix series expect is drama, aside from the occasional undercooked cake or crumpet.However, judge Prue Leith has caused a stir online after saying the decadent desserts are “worth every calorie.”Social media watchdogs are now accusing the 84-year-old South African chef-restaurateur ofrepeatedly making “toxic” comments that are “triggering” to those with eating disorders.“Prue Leith Stop Talking About Fat And Calories Challenge,” tweeted one viewer in jest.

Mary Berry cut an elegant figure as she was made a Dame Commander for her services to cooking, writing and baking. Joined by her husband of more than 50 years, Paul Hunnings, the 86 year old was honoured on Wednesday by Prince Charles during the ceremony held at Windsor Castle.The television personality, who underwent surgery for a broken hip in August, looked regal in a form-fitting pastel pink midi-dress which she teamed with a matching pink hat and a gorgeous pearl necklace.

She’s baking royalty and now television’s queen of all things sweet Mary Berry has been made a dame by actual royalty.

Great British Bake Off viewers have been left concerned about Noel Fielding after he was left unable to present the last half of Tuesday night's episode. When it came to judging the showstopper round, Paul Hollywood, Prue Leith and Matt Lucas emerged without Noel in tow.

The Great British Bake Off fans were left devastated on Tuesday night as Freya became the fifth contestant to leave the tent. The vegan baker, 19, broke down in tears as it was announced by hosts Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding that she wouldn't be continuing in the competition following the show's German week.

The Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith has shared a gorgeous throwback snap from her twenties. The 81 year old, who has given a sneak peek inside her quirky home with an amazing yellow kitchen, posted a glamorous snap of herself, aged 29, in 1969 to her 189,000 Instagram followers.

Viewers of the Great British Bake Off, Gogglebox and other Channel 4 shows may still face issues, the broadcaster has confirmed.

Prince Charles, though, has long been outspoken on environmental issues.