He will replace Sandi Toksvig as host of the popular show.
Comedian and actor Matt Lucas will take over as host of the Channel 4 series Great British Bake Off, alongside Noel Fielding.
The announcement comes after Sandi Toksvig stepped down in January after three seasons on the show.
Lucas is perhaps best known for his work on sketch comedy shows Little Britain and Come Fly With Me.
Filming for the eleventh series of The Great British Bake Off begins this spring.
Following the announcement, Lucas said: “I’m chuffed to bits to be joining the most delicious show on television. I can’t wait to break bread with Noel, Prue and Paul and meet the brilliant bakers.
“And bearing in mind my love of cake, I’ve already ordered some much larger trousers in anticipation. See you in the tent.”
Fielding added: “I love Matt. I love his warmth and his comedy and his big joyful smile. I think if we play our cards right we could become the next Chas and Morph.”
Channel 4’s Director of Programmes, Ian Katz, welcomed Lucas by saying “We’re thrilled that one much loved national institution is joining another. Matt has everything it takes to be a great Bake Off presenter: he’s warm, hilarious and loves cake.”
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