The Great British Bake Off returns for its season 15, much to the delight of fans. The famous baking competition premiered on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Hosted by Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond and judged by Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, the season promises a new set of obstacles and heartwarming moments in the tent.
The Great British Bake Off airs on Channel 4, and those who missed the live broadcast can easily catch up on the network's online platform. This season will include fan-favorite themes such as Cake Week, Bread Week, and Pastry Week, although several culinary-themed weeks have been removed.
Where to follow cast of The Great British Bake Off on Instagram?
1) Andy - @bighandypandy
Andy, a 44-year-old vehicle mechanic from Essex, enjoys being active by going to the gym and playing football. When he is not in the kitchen, he enjoys exploring the UK with his partner, kid, and dog.
2) Christiaan - @christiaan.de.vries
Christiaan is a 33-year-old menswear designer from Emmen, The Netherlands. He enjoys visiting modern art galleries and nurturing his veg patch. His passion for pop music often leads to kitchen dance parties.
3) Dylan - @dylanbachelet_
At just 20 years old, Dylan has finished a gap year in Southeast Asia. He has a deep interest in 90s PCs and vintage cars, influenced by his mixed Indian, Japanese, and Belgian roots.
4) Georgie - @georgiegrasso
Georgie is a 34-year-old pediatric nurse from Carmarthenshire. She lives in a Welsh farmhouse with her husband, three children, and various animals, including hens, ducks, and dogs.
5) Gill - @gillyfied_baking
Gill, a 53-year-old senior category manager from Lancashire, took up baking after her father's death in 2015. She often bakes to support Alzheimer's charity in his father's memory.
6) Hazel - @vaughanhazel
Hazel, 71, a former nail technician from Kent, has been married to her childhood sweetheart for 51 years. She enjoys hosting family get-togethers and celebrations, especially around Christmas.
7) Illiyin - @mixing.up.motherhood
A 31-year-old birth trauma specialist midwife from Norfolk, Illiyin is also a published author. She now freelances to help women through their parenthood journey, balancing work with family life.
8) Jeff - Jeff doesn't have an Instagram
Jeff, 67, hails from the Bronx, New York, and is a former university lecturer. Since arriving in the UK in 1979, he has lived in Yorkshire, where he likes outdoor walks and physical activity.
9) John - @johnmincher
John, 37, is an NHS directorate support manager from the West Midlands. After long workdays, he enjoys relaxing with his cavapoo (dog), Stanley, and taking countryside walks on the weekends.
10) Mike - @mikesqw
Mike, a 29-year-old farm manager from Wiltshire, is a fourth-generation farmer who also advocates for the LGBTQ+ community in agriculture. He was also a finalist for Young Farmer of the Year in 2024.
11) Nelly - @igwithnellyy
Nelly, 44, is from Slovakia and works as a palliative care assistant. Her self-taught baking abilities frequently integrate Slovakian flavors and spices, which are influenced by her husband's Pakistani background.
12) Sumayah - @sumayah.bakes
Sumayah, the youngest contestant at 19, is presently on a gap year before studying dentistry. She fell in love with baking after making a one-meter-tall macaron tower for her aunt's wedding.
Where to watch The Great British Bake Off?
The Great British Bake Off airs on Channel 4 and includes all of the season's episodes. Channel 4's web portal also allows fans to stream missed episodes, ensuring they never miss another moment of baking drama.
"It's a belter," co-host Noel Fielding told The Guardian on September 13, 2024, adding that the season has "unbelievable young bakers" who are raising the bar for The Great British Bake Off.
Fans can follow the cast on Instagram to stay updated on their baking adventures beyond the tent. The next episode of The Great British Bake Off will air on October 8, 2024, at 8 pm BST.