Matt Lucas to co-host Great British Bake Off

Matt Lucas was last week announced as a new co-host on The Great British Bake Off, replacing Sandi Toksvig.

He joins Noel Fielding plus judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood in the Bake Off tent.

“I’m chuffed to bits to be joining the most delicious show on television. I can’t wait to break bread with Noel, Prue and Paul and meet the brilliant bakers. And bearing in mind my love of cake, I’ve already ordered some much larger trousers in anticipation. See you in the tent!” he declared.

Noel Fielding said, “I love Matt. I love his warmth and his comedy and his big joyful smile. I think if we play our cards right we could become the next Chas and Morph.”

Paul Hollywood said “I’m a genuine fan of Matt’s, it is such great news he will be joining us in the tent, he’s a fantastic addition to the team.”

Prue Leith added, “The combination of Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding! Will we stop laughing and get any filming done?”

Richard McKerrow, CEO and Executive Producer, Love Productions said, It’s extremely exciting to have Matt joining the Bake Off family, he’s a phenomenal talent with a huge heart and we can’t wait to enjoy the mischief and mayhem he and Noel will inevitably create in the tent. Our new batch of bakers will be in very safe hands.

Filming for the eleventh series begins in coming weeks.

The Great British Bake Off airs in Australia on LifeStyle FOOD.