Valerie Bertinelli's time on Kids Baking Championship has concluded with the recent airing of the final episode of season 12. The episode featured tween baker Lila Smethurst emerging as the winner of the competition. This marked Bertinelli's last appearance on the show, as she had announced earlier in the year that she would not be returning for future seasons. Bertinelli had been a part of the series since its inception in 2015.
In the finale, themed as spirit and science day, co-host Duff Goldman shared insights on social media, showcasing the kids making tie-dye doughnuts and participating in a science fair. Fans expressed their fondness for Bertinelli and Goldman's chemistry as judges, with many expressing disappointment over Bertinelli's departure.
