Natalie Cassidy has revealed how the death of her father inspired her daughter to do Junior Bake Off.The EastEnders actress, 38, revealed how her daughter Eliza had been secretly taking part in the Channel 4 show only after she finished competing on the series last month.
Speaking about her daughter’s appearance on the children’s version of the Great British Bake Off, Natalie has now revealed it was the death of her father and Eliza’s grandfather last May that gave her inspiration to continue with the show’s intense recruitment process.
Natalie shared how, despite Eliza's grandfather passing away just a few days previously, the talented baker chose to continue with the show in his honour.
Speaking on the Ry-Union podcast with Rylan, Natalie explained: “It was such a lovely week watching her. She's loved baking since she was five – honestly driving me mad, kitchen a shambles, always tidying up.
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