The return of Bake Off: The Professionals on Tuesday (May 25) saw a new addition to the presenting team in the shape of Loose Women's Stacey Solomon. Following the first episode, viewers took to social media to share their thoughts on the new co-host and unfortunately for the 32-year-old, everyone had the same thing to say.
One person simply wrote: "I am so sorry and I really like Stacey, but it's a no from me". Stacey, who hosts the show alongside former Great British Bake Off contestant Liam Charles, found fame after appearing on The X Factor in 2009. She replaces comedian Tom Allen on the series. Read more about the new series of Bake Off: The Professionals here.
Another person posted: "Oh no. New presenter on Bake Off The Professionals. Turned it off already." A Tweeter even accused Channel 4 of "scraping the barrel" in their casting of Stacey, describing the star as "annoying". Read more: Love Island 2022 start date confirmed as contestants get ready to enter villa.
Some viewers drew comparisons between Stacey and former host Tom Allen. A Tweeter commented: "Bring back Tom Allen!" In a similar vein, someone wrote: "Nothing against Stacey but I love Tom Allen."
The introduction of Stacey wasn't negatively received by all. Some people did seem to enjoy her introduction to the show.
One of Stacey's fans wrote: "Love Stacey. I'm so happy GBBO is back". Another said: "Stacey Solomon is already ace at this."
What are your thoughts on Stacey Solomon on Bake Off: The Professionals? Let us know in the comments.
