‘The Great British Baking Show’: Noel Fielding ‘Upset’ After Shock Elimination
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[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for The Great British Baking Show, Collection 12, Week 6]
The latest episode of Great British Baking Show saw a huge fan favorite eliminated from the competition.
Nelly, a 44-year-old palliative care assistant originally from Slovakia, became the sixth baker to depart the tent after failing to impress the judges during Autumn Week. Despite her enthusiasm and self-taught skills, Nelly couldn’t quite match up to her fellow bakers in this tense week of the competition.
Autumn Week saw judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith task the remaining seven contestants with the usual Signature, Technical, and Showstopper rounds. This included making an autumnal pie for the Signature bake, a vegan Parkin for the Technical, and a cake featuring autumnal vegetables for the Showstopper.
The judges chose 19-year-old dentistry student Sumayah as this week’s Star Baker and Nelly as the sixth contestant to be eliminated.
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Speaking after her elimination, Nelly remained in good spirits, saying, “It’s not commiseration, it is a positive. I am so ready to leave. I never ever thought I would get to round six! I know my children are so proud.”
“It’s not to teach them to win. It is to teach them to enjoy. Don’t cry! Everyone is crying,” she continued. “Of course, I am happy in each of your heart is a piece of Nelly and you are never going to forget me. Cake we can bake! I was ready to leave and felt it was my time to go.”
“I entered as an ash girl and I become a phoenix. I would recommend anyone who is not confident, who doesn’t believe in themselves to really come and try because they changed my life. It was an amazing experience.” – Nelly. #GBBO pic.twitter.com/TmIyQOZNSZ
— British Bake Off (@BritishBakeOff) October 31, 2024
On the after-show Extra Slice, Nelly opened up about her connection with host Noel Fielding, who she said was “genuinely upset” to see her go.
“I was looking at him and trying to support him with my eyes to say it is okay,” she said. “But he couldn’t look at me… he was genuinely upset. The production team were crying and it really touched my heart so much.”
Nelly & Noel’s relationship summed up in one image – chaotic fun! #GBBO pic.twitter.com/LBRy7uTsMa
— Grace O’Sullivan (@gosulli) October 22, 2024
It wasn’t just Fielding who was emotional over Nelly’s exit; many fans were also upset by the decision.
“The whole country right now. How dare you send her home, how very dare you. Nelly. My love,” wrote one X user.
“Of course I’ll keep watching, but it will feel very dull and flat going forward. Nelly was absolutely effervescent,” said another.
“Nelly is the light we’ve needed in our lives these past few weeks. She’s right, she won’t be forgotten,” added another.
A piece of Nelly is truly in our hearts. #GBBO pic.twitter.com/CnqgEOkEkP
— British Bake Off (@BritishBakeOff) October 29, 2024
Others demanded Nelly be given her own show, with one viewer writing, “Will someone please get Nelly signed up for her own TV series!”
“It’s been wonderful to get to know Nelly on Bake Off, she’s been the highlight of the series, and definitely needs her own show!” said another.
Another wrote, “No Bake Off contestant has ever deserved their own show more than Nelly! She is already a national treasure.”
“Someone had better get Nelly her own tv show immediately. She’s THE most lovely person ❤️ The world needs more Nelly,” said another.
Nelly, who studied nursing in Austria and now lives in Dorset, England, with her husband and two sons, seemed to be on board with the idea of another show. In her post-elimination letter she wrote, “This is not end, only beginning.”
“This is not end, only beginning.” – Nelly. #GBBO pic.twitter.com/NMgABAsR29
— British Bake Off (@BritishBakeOff) October 29, 2024
What did you think about the latest elimination? Would you like to see Nelly given her own show? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
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In the U.S., I love Nelly! She makes me feel good about myself. She gives me courage. I hope to see more of her.
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I am so sad that Nelly is gone! I am in the US so if she gets her own show I just hope we can watch it here!
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Yes, I would absolutely love to see Nelly have her own show. She won my heart with her effervescence, her creativity, her love for her family, her sense of humor, and her great bakes. It was a privilege to see her blossom on the GBBO.
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I teared up too when they said Nelly's name! This is a great cast and I enjoy them all, but the added sparkle of Mike and Nelly made me watch each show multiple times! They reminded us of what is truly important in life and brought joy to all of us each week! They will truly be missed! Andy also always brought a smile to my face! I would absolutely tune into the Nelly show! 🥰
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Nelly was such a joy to watch every week. I loved her so much and will miss seeing her. I'd watch her again and again! Bring her back please!
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FLORIDA. USA.
Ugh. I’m in tears that Nelly is no longer on the Show! She is my most favorite ever to be on the Show. Her beauty and light is such a gift to the world. Knowing she is not going to be there anymore - that I won’t get to enjoy her wit and humor and delightful personality leaves me feeling so sad. I keep tearing up even as I write these words.
Somebody get Nelly her own show.
Bring Nelly back to us! Please.
You, Nelly, are a beautiful blessing from God. Thank you. I wish you all the most best things in life. May you continue to prosper and shine and more of the world get to see and experience your awesome light.
Your American fan,
who adores you,
Mgon
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As a fellow Slovak.. Nelly reminded me of my late grandmother so much. A real joy Is who loved to bake as well.will Indeed
miss nelly Enjoyment of baking.
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Nelly is a 'real' person...able to show all her emotions - disappointment, joy, pride, insecurity...real feelings! But mostly she displayed positivity & caring for her challengers, judges and herself.. she is definitely a role model to be followed
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First time I've ever cried for a contestant leaving. I love Nelly!!!! She will never be forgotten
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An absolute lovely woman and beautiful soul! So enjoyed watching her on the show!
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I absolutely love Nelly! Hated to see her go😭
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GIVE HER ANOTHER SHOW PLEASE!!!! I cried when she got eliminated. Like I’m watching it now and I’m legitimately heart broken. Nelly if we don’t see you again KNOW THAT WE LOVE YOU AND YOU ARE IN MY HEART, I WANT TO VISIT YOUR COUNTRY. She is the most amazing person and reminds me so much of my mother 😭😭😭😭 please come back omg pleaseeee
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Nelly absolutely needs her own show! I watch this show in America as a home baker and long time cake decorator and gingerbread house decorator and I love her! I would definitly watch her show, and I know so many who love her! She is like have your best friend who you bake and goof around with in your own kitchen, in your living room when you watch her antics, and you can forget your troubles for awhile and just have fun watching her. She is a joy!
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I absolutely love Nelly! I couldn't hardly wait until the next showe
aired, because of her. She definitely has the personality to be on television. I enjoy the other bakers and will continue to watch, but NELLY was SPECIAL!
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C
Nelly was amazing. Such a joy and a teacher for how to live a life. I knew as soon as Noel started talking that it was going to be her, based on his emotional reaction. What a delightful human she is.
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From the US... First time in 12 seasons we are all truly upset. Nelly radiates hope and light in a dark time. We would love for her to have her own show!
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I would definitely love to see Nelly have her own show. She is positive and fun and totally real!!! And the girl can bake!!!!
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I will miss the love and creativity that she brought to the show. She was so fun loving and a wonderful baker with new and different ideas. I am hoping the GBB finds a way to bring her back, maybe in their Christmas bake-off. I look forward to seeing her again and will try and follow her baking career.
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I loved her!
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I am not only upset about this decision because she is so fun and full of life BUT also because her three bakes did not put her in last place! This decision was wrong.
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Yes, giving Nelly her own show would be great. She definitely has personality! However, I don't understand why everyone gets so upset when someone is eliminated. If they mess up, they go. That is part of the game and they all know it going in
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