Prue's approach to ageing shocked fans last year, when on the subject of assisted dying she told The Guardian: "While I am healthy at the moment, I'd very much like to have a little lethal concoction sitting in a safe waiting for the right moment. And I'd rather it was legal."

Great British Bake Off star Prue Leith has shared a heartbreaking health admission while speaking about the ageing process.

No, Prue Leith is not leaving The Great British Bake Off. Come on, you know we would riot. Earlier this week, rumors of Leith leaving the baking competition reality show began to circulate after a photo of the cast was posted on Instagram.

Veteran Great British Bake Off star Prue Leith shared a frank insight into her views on ageing, admitting she feels "conscious it's nearly the end" during her appearance on ITV's Loose Women. While discussing the positive aspects of growing older with the show's panel, the 84-year-old candidly remarked: "Well, I think old age stinks."

Channel 4 has confirmed the full line up of celebrities who will be donning their apron for the Stand Up To Cancer specials of The Great British Bake Off - but Prue Leith won't be present

Dame Prue Leith has spoken out after being replaced on The Great British Bake Off’s celebrity specials —giving her seal of approval to the show’s new guest judge. The cooking icon, 84, has stepped back from all GBBO specials, with her longtime friend and fellow cookery expert Caroline Waldegrave stepping in to take her place.

The cast of the next series of the Great Celebrity Bake Off has been unveiled – including a new addition to the judging panel.

The Great British Bake Off star Prue Leith has broken her silence on her replacement for the celebrity edition. Last year, the show judge revealed that she would no longer be part of the celebrity series, though will continue to co-judge the main show.

The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer returns this spring, featuring hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding alongside judge Paul Hollywood —and a surprise temporary replacement for Leith. The 84-year-old baking expert previously announced she would be stepping back from the specials due to the intense filming schedule.

Dame Prue Leith has shared a frank admission about her view on ageing in an appearance on Loose Women. The 84-year-old Great British Bake Off star admitted she is 'conscious it's nearly the end' in a conversation with the ITV show's presenters.