Prue Leith
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Prue Leith Net Worth

Prue Leith is a renowned chef, restaurateur, and author born in South Africa on February 18, 1940. She is best known for her role as a judge on the BBC TV series The Great British Bake Off, which she joined in 2017 while serving as the Chancellor for Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 18, 1940
Birth Place South Africa
Age 84 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

Famous for her time as a judge on the widely popular baking competition BBC TV series The Great British Bake Off. She joined the show during its 8th series in 2017 while serving as the Chancellor for Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. 

Before Fame

She studied at the Sorbonne and Cordon Bleu Cookery School in London before opening her Leith's Good Food catering company. In 1969, she opened the first location of her Michelin-rated restaurant Leith's. 

Trivia

She served as judge on the BBC Two baking competition series The Great British Menu for 11 years. She also judged for Channel 4's My Kitchen Rules. 

Family Life

She has one brother named James. Her first marriage to her husband Rayne, prior to his 2002 death, resulted in two children named Li-Da and Danny. She married clothing designer John Playfair in October 2016. 

Associated With

She replaced Mary Berry as a judge on The Great British Bake Off in 2017. 

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About the author

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As a Senior Writer at Famous Net Worth, I spearhead an exceptional team dedicated to uncovering and sharing the stories of pioneering individuals. My passion for unearthing untold narratives drives me to delve deep into the essence of each subject, bringing forth a unique blend of factual accuracy and narrative allure. In orchestrating the editorial workflow, I am deeply involved in every step—from initial research to the final touches of publishing, ensuring each biography not only informs but also engages and inspires our readership.