Channel 4 Scraps ‘Great British Bake Off’ Episode Featuring Scott Mills
Channel 4 has announced that it will not broadcast the final episode of the 2026 series of The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer featuring radio DJ Scott Mills. The decision comes in the wake of serious allegations involving the 53-year-old presenter.
Key Takeaways
- Episode Pulled: The final episode of the celebrity series, originally scheduled for Sunday, April 19, will not air.
- Reasoning: Channel 4 cited the “seriousness of the accusations” made against Mills as the reason for the decision.
- BBC Sacking: Mills was terminated from his role as BBC Radio 2 breakfast show host in March 2026.
- Wider Impact: Mills has also been removed from Boyzone’s upcoming June concerts and has stepped down as an ambassador for MS Society UK.
The Decision to Pull the Episode
The episode in question featured Scott Mills competing alongside JLS singer Aston Merrygold, radio DJ Edith Bowman, and singer-songwriter Rag’n’Bone Man. Despite the episode already being filmed, Channel 4 determined that airing the content would be inappropriate.
In an official statement, Channel 4 explained that after carefully considering the circumstances, they decided to scrap the broadcast. The network confirmed that an alternative episode of Celebrity GBBO will be aired in its place.
Background on BBC Sacking and Allegations
The controversy stems from historical allegations of serious sexual offences against a boy under 16, which led to a police inquiry beginning in 2016. While the BBC became aware of the investigation in 2017, the corporation terminated Mills’ contract in March 2026, citing its “culture and values.”
According to reports from the BBC, Mills has stated that he “fully co-operated and responded” to an earlier police investigation that did not result in criminal charges. He has declined to comment further on the matter.
Further Professional Fallout
The repercussions of these allegations have extended beyond television and radio. Mills has been removed from the lineup for Boyzone’s two reunion concerts, “Two For The Road,” scheduled for June at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium. He had previously been slated as the “special guest DJ” for both events, but his name has since been removed from the promotional billing.
Mills has stepped down from his role as an ambassador for the multiple sclerosis charity, MS Society UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Scott Mills Bake Off episode supposed to air?
The episode was scheduled to broadcast on Sunday, April 19.
Who else was in the episode with Scott Mills?
The episode featured Rag’n’Bone Man, Edith Bowman, and Aston Merrygold.
Why was Scott Mills fired from the BBC?
The BBC terminated his contract in March 2026 following “new information” regarding his conduct and a police investigation into historical allegations of sexual abuse.
As Channel 4 replaces the scrapped episode, the industry continues to monitor the developments surrounding the historical allegations and the subsequent professional fallout for the former Radio 2 host.
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