As the highly anticipated new series of The Great British Bake Off returns to our screens, one of the show’s beloved judges, Prue Leith, has opened up about a mistake she made years ago that still haunts her to this day.
In an exclusive interview with The Times, Leith revealed that she still feels mortified over a blunder she made during her time as a judge on the Great British Menu in 2016. The mistake, which saw her accidentally revealing the winner of the competition hours before the finale aired, caused a major uproar among fans and left Leith feeling embarrassed and apologetic.
“I still feel terrible about it,” Leith admitted. “It was a silly mistake and I can’t believe I did it. I was so excited about the finale and I just didn’t think before I tweeted. It was a huge error on my part and I am still mortified about it.”
The incident occurred when Leith, in her excitement, tweeted her congratulations to the winner of the Great British Menu before the final episode had aired. The tweet was quickly deleted, but not before it had been seen by thousands of fans and media outlets, causing a major spoiler for the finale.
The mistake not only caused disappointment for the viewers who were eagerly anticipating the finale, but it also put a strain on Leith’s relationship with the show’s producers and her co-judge, Oliver Peyton. However, Leith took full responsibility for her actions and apologized profusely for the mistake.
“I was devastated when I realized what I had done,” Leith said. “I immediately called the producers and apologized to them and Oliver. I also issued a public apology and took full responsibility for my mistake. I felt terrible for spoiling the finale for the viewers and for causing any trouble for the show.”
Despite the backlash and the embarrassment, Leith remained on the show as a judge and continued to win over the hearts of fans with her warm and witty personality. She also received support from her fellow judges and the show’s hosts, who stood by her during the difficult time.
Now, as the new series of The Great British Bake Off returns to our screens, Leith is determined to put the past behind her and focus on the exciting challenges and delicious bakes that lie ahead. She is also grateful for the support and forgiveness she has received from fans and the show’s team.
“I am so grateful for the support I received from everyone,” Leith said. “It was a tough time, but I learned from my mistake and I am determined to move on and continue to be a part of this amazing show. I am excited for the new series and can’t wait to see what the bakers have in store for us.”
Leith’s honesty and humility in admitting her mistake and taking responsibility for it is a testament to her character and her passion for the show. As fans eagerly await the return of The Great British Bake Off, they can rest assured that Leith will continue to be a beloved and respected judge, bringing her expertise and charm to the iconic tent.
So let’s raise our baking utensils and give a warm welcome back to Prue Leith, as we prepare to indulge in another season of mouth-watering bakes and heart-warming moments on The Great British Bake Off.