Overview
- Channel 4 schedules the new series for Tuesday 2 September at 8pm.
- Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith will judge, with Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding returning to host.
- The 12 contestants include rollerskating drag king Jessika, Ukrainian-born Nataliia, former powerlifter Iain, bridal designer Pui Man, and two hairdressers.
- Jasmine, a 23-year-old medical student, is the youngest baker in the tent this year.
- An animated, space‑themed trailer narrated by Joe Wilkinson previewed the season, and Channel 4 confirms Leith’s participation after fan questions about her absence from the clip.