Great British Bake Off star Noel Fielding has temporarily been replaced as one of the show’s hosts.
It has been confirmed that the Channel 4 presenter won’t appear in the Christmas special of the beloved show.
While it may be a shock to fans who saw Matt Lucas demand Noel leave during an awkward moment in the finale, there’s nothing to panic about.
Noel hasn’t quit the show – he’s just away on paternity leave.
Why did Matt Lucas ask Noel Fielding to leave?
During a particularly awkward moment in the Bake Off finale, one of Noel’s jokes fell flat.
Matt told the bakers: “You made it, you’re in the final and it’s your last ever Signature challenge. The judges would like you to bake eight beautiful decorated custard slices.”
“Noel, are you a fan of custard?” he asked.
The comedian responded: “I love custard. I was very upset when I heard General Custard had died at the Battle of Little Creme Horn.”
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