“The Nice British Bake Off” contestant Daybreak Hollyoak has died at 61.
Her household made the heartbreaking announcement on Hollyoak’s Instagram on Friday, sharing the information “with a heavy coronary heart.”
“Not solely a splendidly proficient baker however before everything an incredible mom, grandmother, spouse and pal,” the assertion reads. “Daybreak handed away peacefully surrounded by her household. We are going to miss her eternally, however promise to proceed her baking legacy!”
A reason for loss of life has not been disclosed.
Hollyoak was a contestant on “The Nice British Bake Off” in 2022. Instagram / thebakerdawn
Hollyoak, a former IT supervisor who competed on the baking present in 2022, was hailed as a “stunning soul” and “a pleasure” by mates, household and followers.
“I’m so sorry to listen to that, ship my like to the household, a beautiful girl x,” wrote Paul Hollywood, a choose on the present.
“I’ll miss my pal terribly, a stupendous and proficient girl inside and outside, fly excessive my pal, life simply gained’t be the identical with out you,” commented Carole Edwards, a fellow contestant on the identical season as Hollyoak. “Sending all my like to the household.”
On Instagram, an outpouring of messages got here from former contestants, fellow bakers and one of many present’s judges, Paul Hollywood. Instagram / thebakerdawn
“Daybreak handed away peacefully surrounded by her household. We are going to miss her eternally, however promise to proceed her baking legacy!” her household introduced on social media. Instagram / thebakerdawn
“That is devastating information,” wrote Giuseppe Dell’Anno, the winner of the 2021 season. “I solely met Daybreak as soon as, however I used to be blown away by her joyous character and her infectious smile. She will likely be sorely missed, however will reside within the coronary heart of those that liked her eternally.”
As described by her profile bio on the present’s official website, Hollyoak liked “the problem of an phantasm cake” — “the extra impossible-sounding the higher” — and loved the “whacky and complicated designs” to showcase her creativity.
“She prides herself on her regular hand and a spotlight to element, particularly with regards to the intricacy required for lace patterns on biscuits,” the bio continues. “Her favourite flavors are lemon, salted caramel and something nutty.”
Hollyoak was eradicated from the competitors throughout Halloween Week in 2022. Instagram / thebakerdawn
Hollyoak, from Bedfordshire, England, was eradicated from the baking competitors collection throughout Halloween Week, per Individuals.
“I actually don’t wish to shed tears over it as a result of it’s simply been probably the most superb expertise actually, one of many best possible experiences of my life,” she stated on the time. “I’m actually, actually happy with what I’ve completed. I’ve had enjoyable — such enjoyable.”
Hollyoak is survived by her three youngsters, two step-children and 4 grandchildren.