Great British Bake Off viewers were left “disappointed” when Tasha was voted out in the semi-final on Tuesday night – on her birthday.
The 27-year-old contestant was eliminated during Patisserie Week when judges Paul Hollywood and Dame Prue Leith asked her to leave the tent.
Her departure means there will be an all-male final with Josh, Dan and Matty competing next week.
Tasha said of the show after her exit: “It changed me. “I can do so much more than I realized.
“It’s such a special place. I’m very lucky to be a part of it.”
End of the line: Great British Bake Off viewers were left “disappointed” when Tasha was voted out in Tuesday night’s semi-final
Moving forward: Her departure means there will be an all-male final with Josh, Dan and Matty competing next week
A post on the official Great British Bake Off Twitter page said: “Oh Tasha, we’re lucky – you were an absolute star!”
“We are very honored to have enjoyed both your baking and your company in our tent over the past few weeks.”
“We are very excited to see what the future holds for you. ‘Keep believing in yourself!’
The news disappointed viewers of the show and many took to social media to voice their opinions.
One person wrote: ‘Sad for Tasha but the right decision.’ Continue next week.’
While another person shared: “I knew it was coming but damn I fucking love Tasha as a baker. “She was absolutely AWESOME.”
Someone else wrote: “Tasha was absolutely amazing – I’m so sad for her but so proud of all the boys.”
And another show fan posted: “Tasha DESERVED this finale, I actually won’t be watching the finale.”
Farewell: The 27-year-old contestant was eliminated during Patisserie Week when judges Paul Hollywood and Dame Prue Leith asked her to leave the tent
Grateful: Tasha said of the show after her exit: “It changed me.” I can do so much more than I knew I was capable of.
Delighted: A post on the official Great British Bake Off Twitter page said: “Oh Tasha, we’re the lucky ones – you were an absolute star!”
“Ah, Tasha, no. Even on her birthday. I feel like she has a great career ahead of her though,” another viewer wrote, while someone else shared: “What a shame for Tasha. “She’s an excellent baker.”
“No, Tasha!!!! “Well that was a disgrace #GBBO,” declared another viewer.
Someone else shared: “Omg disappointed for Tasha! Can’t she just bake and give her opinion on things in the background without actually entering the competition?
And someone else posted: “Nooo! Tasha! I’m disappointed because I think she’s really talented. Shocked.’
While another viewer wrote: “Oh no Tasha was my favorite to win.” “You were amazing Tasha!”
The departure of deaf contestant Tasha also meant fans of the show would be saying goodbye to their BSL interpreter, Daryl.
Gutted: The news left viewers disappointed, with many taking to social media to voice their opinions
Tasha penned a farewell letter to her fans after her elimination, writing: “How do I summarize the best thing that ever happened to me on this little piece of paper?!”
“The other 11 bakers…well, I love you all to bits.” You are family forever. There really is nothing like this binding!
“Daryl, Dazza, D-Man…not just my interpreter, but my constant advocate and friend.” The 13th member of our baker dozen. You always knew when my hearing fatigue was creeping in before I did, and I couldn’t have done it without you!
“Alison and Noel… for the warm hugs and even bigger laughs!”
“Prue and Paul… for pushing me to be my best and for all your wisdom.” What a masterclass!
Goodbye: Tasha penned a farewell letter to her fans after her elimination, writing: “How do I summarize the best thing that ever happened to me on this little piece of paper?!”
“The STELLAR crew – you’re all just out of this world, brilliant.”
“This is the scariest thing I’ve ever done, but I wish I could relive it because oh my god, what a DREAM it was!”
“This big white tent has given me SO much. ‘THANK YOU SO MUCH!’
Next week, Josh, Dan and Matty will be tasked with three challenges before one is crowned the series winner.
GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF 2023: WHO ARE THE PARTICIPANTS?
Tasha
Age: 27
Occupation: Investment representative
From: Bristol
Bake Off presenters have learned sign language as the show welcomes its first deaf contestant.
Tasha, 27, is an entry representative from Bristol and will be taking part in the show with her BSL interpreter Daryl.
She said: “When I got the Zoom call to tell me I was one of the twelve, I cried.” Daryl also cried. We were a mess.’
Amos
Age: 43
Occupation: Deli and food manager
From: North London
Amos describes his baked goods as a labor of love – his style is colorful and chic with great attention to detail and he loves exploring different flavor profiles.
He compares his baking style to the converted church he now lives in, calling both his style and his home “traditional with a modern twist.”
rowan
Age: 21
Occupation: University student
From: West Yorkshire
“Go big or go home” is student Rowan’s motto and one he has always applied to his baked goods.
As a student of English literature, when he’s not writing great pieces, Rowan is also an enthusiastic host who brings his creative eye to the kitchen.
Abbi
Age: 27
Occupation: Vegetable grower and delivery driver
From: Cumbria
As a lover of nature, she looks for seasonal ingredients and uses her home-grown vegetables wisely.
Abbi’s baked goods aim to combine comfort and familiarity with a strong nod to nature and the feeling of creating something magical – baked goods with a touch of fairytale.
Cristy
Age: 33
Occupation: PA
From: East London
For Cristy, life with four children means there is always a birthday to bake and an exciting party to plan.
She describes her baking style as enchanting and pretty – baked goods that evoke a feeling of childhood.
Dan
Age: 42
Occupation: Resource planner for civil engineering
From: Cheshire
Perfectionist Dan loves baking challenges and often finds the most difficult baking process in one of his 300 cookbooks.
When he’s not baking, he enjoys playing soccer with his two young sons or foraging for edible treats in the countryside.
Dana
Age: 25
Occupation: database administrator
From: Essex
She loves a semi-naked cake with clean lines, pretty piping and minimalist decoration; And while she likes to go easy on her flavors, Dana often adds a twist or two by adding familiar spices tied to her Indian heritage.
Josh
Age: 27
Occupation: Postdoctoral researcher, research assistant
From: Leicestershire
A chemist by trade, postdoctoral researcher Josh brings his scientist’s precision and experimental spirit to the kitchen, taking careful notes on every part of the baking process.
Keith
Age: 60
Profession: auditor
From: Hampshire
Keith has a love of apple pie and fairy cakes – he learned to bake from his mother.
The treats form the baking backdrop for Keith’s childhood, along with his mother’s love of traditional dishes from her native Malta.
Matty
Age: 28
Occupation: Sports and science teacher
From: Cambridgeshire
He describes his style as rustic but neat and his taste preferences as quite traditional – he particularly loves chocolate, citrus fruits and nuts.
Once his days in the tent are over, his next challenge will be baking his own wedding cake.
Nicky
Age: 52
Occupation: Retired cabin crew and volunteer
From: West Midlands
Her favorite baked goods are pastries, but she also loves making fun birthday cakes for her niece and grandchildren.
When she’s not baking, Nicky volunteers at an animal therapy charity with her dog Bracken and loves skiing, which she has done since she was three years old.
Saku
Age: 50
Occupation: Intelligence analyst
From: Herefordshire
Saku didn’t have an oven in her family home in Sri Lanka until she was 18, so it wasn’t until she moved to the UK with her husband in 2003 that she turned to baking.
As an autodidact, she enjoys using home-grown ingredients from her vegetable patch.