Perkins Sue

Profile: Sue Perkins

Born: 22 September 1969, London, United Kingdom

Occupation: English broadcaster, actress, writer and pianist

Overview

Sue Perkins is a prominent English broadcaster, actress, writer and pianist known for her versatile work across television, radio and live theatre. She rose to international fame as the co-host of The Great British Bake Off, sharing the presenting duties with Mel Giedroyc from the show's inception in 2010 until 2016. Beyond Bake Off, Perkins has built a varied career that includes memoir writing, stage performances, and appearances on panel and talk formats. Her memoir Spectacles, published in 2015, was widely acclaimed for its candid and witty portrayal of her life and career.

News & Recent Projects

• The Great British Bake Off (BBC One) — co-host from 2010 to 2016; the show remains a flagship program with a new hosting lineup after Perkins’ departure, contributing to her enduring association with the series.
• Spectacles: A Memoir (2015) — a best-known written work that blends personal narrative with humor and insight, reflecting on Perkins’s life in entertainment and performance.
• Ongoing work across television, radio, and stage — Perkins continues to engage in a variety of broadcasting and performing projects, including appearances on panel programs, specials, and live theatre performances in the UK and beyond.

Social Media & Public Presence

• X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/sueperkins
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sueperkins/

Selected Works & Career Highlights

• Television: Co-host of The Great British Bake Off (2010–2016), a defining role that significantly boosted her public profile.
• Writer: Spectacles: A Memoir (2015), a widely read personal narrative that explores her life and career with humor and honesty.
• Stage & radio: A range of performances and appearances across theatre and radio, reflecting a multifaceted career in performing arts.