January 19th 2025.
The news of Noel Fielding's upcoming filming schedule for The Great British Bake Off has been met with uncertainty, as the beloved comedian recently had to pull out of filming his Apple TV Plus show, The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin. According to sources, he had no choice but to do so due to health reasons.
As a result, the streaming service had to unexpectedly cancel the show midway through its second season. Now, there are reports that Channel 4, which airs The Great British Bake Off, is holding crisis talks in case Noel is unable to return as a judge for the popular baking show. Filming for the show is supposed to start this spring, with co-host Alison Hammond and judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood.
The network is under pressure to come up with a backup plan for the show, as it is their most-watched program. A TV insider revealed, "Time is of the essence because bosses need a degree of certainty about who will be fronting Bake Off. So much has to be put in place long before the cameras start rolling and producers are already geared up, ready to go."
The sudden cancellation of Noel's show has caused a stir among the cast and crew, with some reportedly furious over the decision. The show, which began filming in the autumn, saw Noel not returning to set after the production's Christmas break. A spokesperson for Noel stated, "This is a private and confidential matter regarding our client's health. We are saddened by the decision to cease production but we cannot make any further comment on this matter."
According to a source, the decision to cancel filming was not taken lightly and all possible solutions were exhausted. The insider said, "Noel has said that he can't film anymore and so there was no choice but to stop." However, the abrupt end to the show has left some cast and crew members frustrated. The source added, "People have been very concerned about Noel's wellbeing and given him time to recover but there are also significant repercussions. Some people are furious."
The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin, set in the 18th century, is a fictional take on the life of Essex Gang leader Dick Turpin, played by Noel. The show received rave reviews and was a hit with viewers, with many praising its clever humor and comparing it to Monty Python. The series also starred Hugh Bonneville, Tamsin Greig, and Joe Wilkinson.
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