Sandi Toksvig candidly expressed her feelings about her time on The Great British Bake Off, describing it as 'three of the longest years of [her] life.' She said, 'It's not for me. I walked away from the biggest pay cheque of my life, but that's fine.' This strong sentiment reflects her overall dissatisfaction with the show, which she did not enjoy despite its popularity and success.
Toksvig further elaborated on her experience by stating, 'Filming the show was exhausting and dull,' emphasizing the long waits during filming: 'We didn't speak or taste anything... I used to say, 'Can we not sit down? I'm not contributing', but no.' Her remarks highlight the disconnect between the perception of the show and the reality of the hosting experience.
When discussing her departure from the show, Toksvig shared that her wife, Debbie, encouraged her to leave, saying: 'It's not making you happy.' This personal insight showcases how crucial support systems are when it comes to making career decisions, specifically about stepping away from high-profile but unsatisfying roles.
Despite her issues with the show, Toksvig maintains some connections from her time on Bake Off, noting that she and Prue Leith are still close, saying they are 'joined at the hip.' However, her relationship with Paul Hollywood seems strained, as she humorously mentioned, 'He drives cars so fast it's impossible to catch him.'
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