In a stunning finale that kept viewers on the edge of their seats, drag performer Ginger Johnson has been named the champion of Celebrity MasterChef 2025. The winner, who triumphed over fourteen other famous faces, was left audibly stunned by the result, quipping "are you sure?" when the verdict was announced.
A Culinary Showdown for the Crown
The final episode, which aired on Friday 19 December 2025, saw Johnson go head-to-head with two formidable opponents: Welsh rugby icon Alun Wyn Jones and television presenter Dawn O’Porter. The pressure was immense as the trio were given their ultimate challenge: to conceive and execute a three-course menu that encapsulated their personal journey through the intense competition.
The Winning Menu That Sealed Victory
Ginger Johnson's victory was secured by a meticulously crafted menu that impressed judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace. It began with a bold starter of Bloody Mary prawn cocktail, followed by a classic yet perfectly executed main of Duck a l’Orange. The show-stopping finale was a dramatic Flaming Baked Alaska, a dessert that combined technical skill with theatrical flair, perfectly embodying Johnson's vibrant personality.
From Disbelief to Delight
The moment of victory was charged with emotion and surprise. Johnson's immediate reaction of disbelief quickly melted into joy, marking the culmination of weeks of gruelling culinary tests. This win places Johnson in the prestigious pantheon of Celebrity MasterChef champions, demonstrating that culinary excellence can emerge from the most unexpected of places. The result underscores the show's unique format, where passion and rapid learning can trump a lifetime of experience, delivering one of the most memorable and talked-about finals in the series' history.
