‘The Great British Bake Off’ Season 13 Is Coming—Meet the Cast

It’s almost time to step back into the tent. “The Great British Bake Off” has officially confirmed its season 13 premiere with a new post on Instagram, and fans only have a few short weeks left before Paul Hollywood, Prue Leith, Noel Fielding, and Alison Hammond return with all the heartwarming bakes, Hollywood handshakes, and soggy bottoms we know and love.

The new season kicks off in the UK on Tuesday, September 2, at 8 p.m. on Channel 4. While U.S. fans will have to wait just a little longer, Netflix has teased that its own release date will be revealed soon, likely arriving stateside on Friday, September 5.

‘The Great British Bake Off’ Season 13 Premiere Date and Fan Reactions

The news was announced in a joint Instagram post from Hollywood, Leith, Fielding, and Hammond, alongside the official Bake Off account. “Bake Off is back,” they captioned, confirming the September 2 premiere.

Fans immediately celebrated online. One wrote, “As an American, you have no idea how badly I need this. Every fall this show is a balm for whatever fresh horrors are going on in the US. Counting down!” Another added, “The way my entire body just relaxed as I scrolled and heard this theme song. I needed this! My therapy.”

Viewers also cheered the return of the show’s core four. “🙌🙌 Noel and Alison are the best duo PLEASE DONT EVER CHANGE IT,” one fan commented, while another was thrilled to see Leith back on the judging panel: “Is Prue coming back? Yay.”

Meet the New ‘Bake Off’ Cast

This season, 12 amateur bakers—ranging in age from 23 to 59—will enter the tent, each bringing their own unique style, stories, and skills. According to Netflix, the new bakers include a scientist, an engineer, a medical student, and even a drag king. Here’s a look at some of the contestants:

• Aaron, 38, London: A senior systems architect who fuses French patisserie with Caribbean flavors and isn’t afraid to experiment with Asian ingredients like miso and yuzu.
• Hassan, 30, South Yorkshire: A pharmaceutical scientist inspired by his Pakistani heritage, known for praline and nut-based flavors.
• Iain, 29, Belfast: A software engineer nicknamed the “Yeastie Boy” who mixes live music inspirations with sourdough and fermented ingredients.
• Jasmine, 23, London: A medical student who grew up baking for big family gatherings in Scotland.
• Jessika, 32, London: A drag king and service designer known for bold, daring flavors and vibrant personality.
• Leighton, 59, Surrey: A Welsh-born software delivery manager who pairs his love of math with traditional Welsh and American bakes.
• Lesley, 59, Kent: A veteran hairdresser who has baked since childhood and delights her salon clients with sweet treats.
• Nadia, 41, Liverpool: A hairdresser blending Italian and Indian flavors, bringing warmth and laughter to every bake.
• Nataliia, 32, East Yorkshire: Originally from Ukraine, she honors her grandmother’s recipes while incorporating British twists.
• Pui Man, 51, Essex: A bridal designer who strives for precision and perfection in every creation.
• Toby, 29, Warwickshire: A fitness start-up exec with a passion for bread and a blue belt in Brazilian jiujitsu.
• Tom, 31, London: A creative entrepreneur rediscovering his love for food, inspired by his Danish granny and foodie family.

Stay tuned for Netflix to announce when fans can watch “The Great British Bake Off” stateside.