The Great British Bake Off spin-off, Second Helpings, returned this week with a different presenting line-up, as Judi Love was replaced by BBC Sewing Bee host Sophie Willan.
Five bakers competed for a place in the semi-final on Tuesday (November 10). Connie became the latest hopeful to leave the tent after failing to impress, and later appeared on the Channel 4 companion programme, which streams after the main episode.
Sophie Willan steps in for Judi Love
Second Helpings is normally presented by Jon Richardson and Judi Love, who offer their perspective on the episode's key moments and most impressive bakes. However, when the latest episode appeared on Channel 4's streaming platform, viewers noticed Judi was absent, with Sophie Willan stepping in.
At the beginning of the programme, Jon quipped: "Now, this week, as you would have noticed, Judi is off getting catfished by a mysterious Saudi billionaire." He added: "So, joining me instead is the wonderfully funny Sophie Willan! We're also joined by series 11 star Lottie Bedlow, as well as Bake Off superfan and caramel enthusiast, Vogue Williams. Welcome everybody!"
Viewers react to the change
It wasn't long before viewers took to social media to express their confusion. One user posted on X: "Where's Judi?" Another commented: "What happened to Judi?" while a third fan questioned: "Judi, where are you? #SecondHelpings."
During the episode, Jon turned to Sophie, remarking: "It's very lovely having you here," before quipping: "That's what it says [on the autocue]. Actually, it's been quite unpleasant from the start." Sophie responded: "Judi requested that I continue as she means to go on, you see... [There was] a handover pack, she gave me all of your insecurities, we've been through everything."
Connie reflects on her exit
Later on, Jon and Sophie caught up with the most recently eliminated baker, Connie, alongside this week's Star Baker, Moyin. Reflecting on her departure, Connie commented: "Oh, good god, listen, I expected to go last week! I was like, 'God, I've been given a lifeline.' The guys, what they did was absolutely phenomenal, and [it was] me and my box, you know, me and my little box. And I was like, 'You know what, me and my box are fine, but you're going home.'"
Just four bakers now remain in the competition. Next week, Moyin, Tom, Gabe and Mo will battle it out for their place in the 2026 grand final. The Great British Bake Off: Second Helpings is available to stream on Channel 4.
