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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lauren Taylor

‘Nothing’s ever really perfect’: Paul Hollywood on criticism, baking tips and why a handshake still follows him everywhere

The Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood, known for his icy stares and no-nonsense feedback of contestants’ masterpieces, says he’s his own biggest critic too.

“I’ll always be critical, because nothing’s ever really perfect, even the stuff I make – nothing is perfect,” says the 59-year-old.

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