American pop sensation and television personality JoJo Siwa is set to appear on the upcoming season of The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer, marking her latest foray into British reality television. Currently filming in the UK, Siwa’s participation follows her recent stint on Celebrity Big Brother UK, where she captivated audiences and expanded her fanbase across the country.
Siwa, 22, rose to fame through her appearances on Dance Moms and has since built a multifaceted career encompassing music, acting, and digital content creation. Her involvement in the Bake Off special is seen as a significant addition to the show, given her rising popularity and existing UK fanbase. A source close to the production noted, “This is a bit of a coup for the Bake Off because JoJo is currently one of the most talked-about young stars on TV right now.”
The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer is a special edition of the beloved baking competition, featuring celebrities competing in a series of baking challenges to raise funds for cancer research. The show is a collaboration between Channel 4 and Cancer Research UK, aiming to support life-saving cancer research through entertainment.
This season, the show will be hosted by Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond, with Paul Hollywood returning as a judge. Joining Hollywood on the judging panel is Caroline Waldegrave, a renowned culinary expert and former managing director of Leiths School of Food & Wine. Waldegrave steps in for Prue Leith, who has stepped back from the Bake Off specials to focus on the main series.
Siwa’s participation in the Bake Off special comes on the heels of her appearance on Celebrity Big Brother UK, where she formed a notable connection with fellow contestant Chris Hughes. Their budding romance garnered media attention, and the pair were recently spotted together in Mexico, further fueling public interest in their relationship.
The Bake Off special is set to air this summer on Channel 4, featuring a lineup of celebrities from various fields. Each episode will challenge four celebrities to showcase their baking skills in signature, technical, and showstopper rounds, with one being crowned Star Baker. The show not only provides entertainment but also serves a noble cause, with proceeds supporting cancer research initiatives.
Siwa’s involvement in the Bake Off special underscores her growing presence in the UK entertainment scene and her commitment to philanthropic endeavors. Fans eagerly anticipate seeing how the multi-talented star fares in the baking tent, adding another dimension to her already diverse career.