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Sophie Willan Takes Over as Host of Sewing Bee

9/12/2025

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Sophie Willan will succeed Sara Pascoe as the host of The Great British Sewing Bee, starting next season and for the Christmas Celebrity Special.
Willan is recognized for her BAFTA-winning sitcom Alma’s Not Normal and has appeared in Ludwig, Time, and Taskmaster.
Pascoe hosted for three seasons, following Claudia Winkleman, Joe Lycett, and Kiell Smith-Bynoe.
BBC's Cal Turner praised Willan's unique energy and thanked Pascoe for her contributions.
Judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young will remain in their roles.

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Sophie Willan will succeed Sara Pascoe as the host of The Great British Sewing Bee, starting next season and for the Christmas Celebrity Special.
Willan is recognized for her BAFTA-winning sitcom Alma’s Not Normal and has appeared in Ludwig, Time, and Taskmaster.
Pascoe hosted for three seasons, following Claudia Winkleman, Joe Lycett, and Kiell Smith-Bynoe.
BBC's Cal Turner praised Willan's unique energy and thanked Pascoe for her contributions.
Judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young will remain in their roles.