Matt Lucas to leave The Great British Bake Off

Comedian who has co-hosted Channel 4 show for three series to focus on other projects including Fantasy Football League

Matt Lucas, right, with his The Great British Bake Off co-host, Noel Fielding
Matt Lucas, right, with his The Great British Bake Off co-host, Noel Fielding. Photograph: Channel 4

Matt Lucas has announced he is stepping down from his presenting role on The Great British Bake Off.

The 48-year-old comedian, who has hosted the popular Channel 4 show alongside Noel Fielding for three series, explained he was leaving as he could no longer commit to the programme’s schedule alongside his other projects, including his new hosting role on the revived comedy show Fantasy Football League.

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