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The full line-up for The Great British Bake Off has finally been revealed by Channel 4 ahead of the show's return next Tuesday 21 September. A total of 12 new contestants will be heading into the baking tent to wow judges Paul Hollywood, 55, and Prue Leith, 81, as well as presenters Noel Fielding, 48, and Matt Lucas, 47.The competition was filmed in a bubble once again as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to rage across the globe, and the entire series was pre-recorded.

Gallery: He’s afraid of SPOONS?! Here are 10 extreme celebrity phobias (BANG Showbiz)Matt started to lose his hair at the age of six, amid a delayed response to being knocked down by a car while on holiday in Portugal. The comedian previously admitted that his hair loss "shaped" his childhood.

To the utter delight of Great British Bake Off fans, we finally have the official return date of the show.

The Great British Bake Off has confirmed the start date for the 2021 series and it's less than two weeks away.Taking to the show's official Instagram on Wednesday, the hit Channel 4 baking series announced that GBBO will be returning on Tuesday 21 September at 8pm on Channel 4. Posting a picture of stars Paul Hollywood, Prue Leith, Noel Fielding and Matt Lucas, who all help mugs that spelt out "Bake Off is back", the start date was posted at the top of the image.

Paul Hollywood sent Great British Bake Off fans wild on Wednesday night as he teased the start date of the new series.The judge, 55, posted a picture of himself with his co-stars — Prue Leith, Noel Fielding and Matt Lucas — outside the iconic tent to his Instagram account. Paul teased in the caption: "Bake Off is back soon .....

David Walliams has been pictured enjoying a fun-filled holiday with friends, including Friends star David Schwimmer and David Furnish, but it was one particular photo featuring a female friend that got fans talking.MORE: David Walliams and Matt Lucas reunite for heartwarming reasonOn Tuesday morning, the 50-year-old star took to his Instagram to share several new snaps of his time abroad, and one saw him getting a kiss on the cheek from American singer-songwriter and model Charlotte

Matt Lucas, 47, displayed his weight loss as he reunited with his Little Britain co-star David Walliams to celebrate his 50th birthday, on Friday. Taking to Instagram the Great British Bake Off host uploaded a snap of the pair looking smartly dressed and sitting in front of a large chocolate cake.

David Walliams has reunited with Matt Lucas as the pair got together to mark David's 50th birthday.

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John Whaite has been announced as the fourth star of this year's Strictly Come Dancing.The 33 year old was revealed to be taking part in the hit BBC dancing show as he spoke to Matt Lucas on the Radio 2 Breakfast show. Great British Bake Off winner John will be part of the show's first-ever all male partnership, with him saying he is "honoured" to be flying the flag for the LGBTQ+ community.

Doctor Who fans want Scots actor Peter Capaldi to return after Jodie Whitaker has quit the show. Peter who was the 12th incarnation of the time-travelling doctor from 2013 to 2017, along side Jenna Coleman, Pearl Mackie and Matt Lucas, has always been a favourite of fans.

Damian Lewis has shared that he is ‘very proud’ that he and his late wife Helen McCrory were able to raise almost €2 million for the NHS in the UK before her death. The actress passed away from cancer, a diagnosis she kept hidden from the public.

Little Britain comedians Matt Lucas and David Walliams have confirmed that they are working on a new series together.Speaking on a forthcoming episode of The Jonathan Ross Show, as reported by The Independent, Walliams said that he and Lucas are in the early stages of creating the sketch series.“We just have an idea of something we want to do,” he told Ross.

Worcestershire football team. His possible career change was revealed in a series of jokey tweets with Kidderminster Harriers following speculation about where footballer Harry Kane could go if he quits Tottenham Hotspur.

Britain’s Got Talent may have been postponed this year, but judge David Walliams, 49, has plenty to keep him occupied.The comic is busy writing the next in his line of popular children’s stories, has musical and movie adaptations of his books in the works, and has been filming several TV shows, too. It marks another successful year for the man who burst onto our TV screens alongside Matt Lucas in Little Britain in the early noughties.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Matt Lucas previously paid tribute to his ex-partner, Kevin McGee, who heartbreakingly passed away in 2009. Sharing a photo of Kevin on his Instagram back in 2019, he wrote: "This is Kevin John McGee, who died ten years ago today.

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© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Whether they're new episodes or repeats, we love sitting down on the sofa to watch The Great British Bake Off. The heartwarming show has made household names out of its judges and hosts, but how much do you know about their lives away from the cameras?MORE: GBBO's Prue Leith's former £10million home has to be seen to be believedFrom Prue Leith to Matt Lucas, keep reading to find out more about their previous and current relationships. . .  WATCH: Bake Off's

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Celebrities from across the globe have paid tribute to the late actress Helen McCrory. Helen Mirren, JK Rowling, and Matt Lucas were among the famous names sharing their memories of the star, who appeared in the Harry Potter series and BBC show Peaky Blinders. "Helen McCrory will be remembered not just for her remarkable stage and screen performances, but also for her selflessness and generosity," tweeted Matt Lucas. "She and Damian were the motor driving

The Great British Bake Off returned for another celebrity special as Nadine Coyle, John Bishop, Anneka Rice and Ade Adepitan all took part in the Stand Up To Cancer special. Bake Off viewers and Girls Aloud fans were moved when singer Nadine Coyle appeared to reference her bandmate Sarah Harding’s battle with cancer.

The Great British Bake Off viewers have been left emotional after Nadine Coyle's plea amid Sarah Harding's cancer battle. Nadine Coyle didn't name her close friend on The Great Celebrity Bake Off.

Nadine Coyle emotionally discussed close pal Sarah Harding's cancer battle. The singer, who previously opened up about ex Jason Bell, appeared on the baking show as a contestant and took the opportunity to speak about Sarah's ongoing struggle.

Celebrity Bake Off viewers were left in tears on Tuesday night after Nadine Coyle emotionally discussed close pal Sarah Harding's cancer battle.The singer, who previously opened up about ex Jason Bell, appeared on the baking show as a contestant and took the opportunity to speak about Sarah's ongoing struggle. When asked by host Matt Lucas if cancer had affected her in some way, she responded: "Absolutely.

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Rebel Wilson is looking back on her first American movie role in Bridesmaids.

Australian comedian Rebel Wilson used to live with Matt Lucas.The blonde bombshell shared a home with the Little Britain star for years, as they are very close mates. Speaking of the experience Matt told BBC: “We lived together for three years, had the best time and a great friendship has come out of it.” Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK's daily newsletter.

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Great Celebrity Bake Off. Scottish James is one of tonight's big names whipping up treats in the tent to raise money for Stand Up 2 Cancer, and even starred in the opening skit with host Matt Lucas.

The Great British Bake Off star a happy birthday.   The star relaxed in navy joggers and a wine coloured jumper which he paired with his cosy grey footwear.

The Great Stand Up To Cancer Bake Off will officially return on Tuesday 9 March, with celebrities joined by judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood as well as host Matt Lucas. Each episode will see four celebrities battle it out over three challenges – the Signature, the Technical and the Showstopper – in a bid to win the coveted Star Baker apron.

Mirror the contestant, 32, said Matt told her: 'You just have to commit to it, enjoy being someone else. And if you fall, make it an iconic fall.

You can read more here. Four stars will take on The Signature, the Technical and the Showstopper each episode, which will be judged by Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood, while Matt Lucas will present.

Instagram on Wednesday to confirm the news alongside a photo of him and his fellow competitors. The 35-year-old is sat with Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley, singer Alexandra Burke and comedian and presenter Tom Allen.

British comedian, 46, is best-known for the sketch shows he created with Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams. The duo came under fire last year for their portrayals of people of colour in Little Britain and Come Fly With Me - and were forced to apologise.

Matt Lucas has a brand new lockdown look! The Great British Bake Off star took to Instagram on Wednesday to unveil his first-ever moustache.MORE: The heartbreaking story behind Matt Lucas' husband's deathMatt, 46, who lost his hair at the age of six, shared a close-up snapshot from his bed, and told his fans: "In lockdown 3 I grew my first ever moustache.