Prue Leith Reflects on Regrets and Fame

Prue Leith, the 84-year-old judge of The Great British Bake Off, opened up about her emotional turmoil following the death of her first husband, Rayne Kruger, in her memoir 'I'll Try Anything Once'. Rayne was hospitalized shortly before Christmas in 2002 and tragically died just 15 minutes before Prue returned to see him, leaving her feeling distraught and guilt-ridden. She expressed a preference for a gentler death instead of the chaotic circumstances she witnessed, ultimately finding solace in the years they shared together. Additionally, Prue reflected on her regrets regarding her looks and the criticism she faced since joining the show, admitting she wished she had appreciated her appearance more in her youth. Despite the initial backlash, she has embraced her fame and enjoys the perks of being recognized in public. Prue has also hinted at a more adventurous spirit in her later years, including a recent catwalk debut at London Fashion Week.