Paul Hollywood has signed a three-year-deal to continue judging the Great British Bake Off when it moves to Channel 4.
The Liverpudlian baker said he was ‘delighted’ to be staying on the show.
His announcement came as Mary Berry confirmed that she has quit the show 'out of loyalty' to the BBC.
In a statement, he said: “Since I was a kid, baking has been part of my life.
"The seven series inside the tent have created some great memories. Best of all, I have felt so pleased to experience other people getting the baking bug, just as I did when my dad helped me make my first loaf.
"The Great British Bake Off has brought baking to the nation and we've seen people from all walks of life and backgrounds experience the highs and lows of competition, and more importantly helping each other.
"It's been a huge part of my life in the past few years and I just couldn't turn my back on all that - the bakers themselves, the bakes, the team that makes it, and of course the tent, the bunting, and who could forget... the squirrels.
"I want to thank the BBC and Mel and Sue for making my time in the tent great fun and really rewarding."
Read more: Everything you need to know about Great British Bake Off legend Mary Berry
However, Hollywood was later criticised for failing to mention Ms Berry in his initial statement.
He later tweeted: "I'm staying in the tent with the bakers where I belong.
"I want to thank Mary. I'll miss her but she has made the right decision for her."
I'm staying in the tent with the bakers where I belong. I want to thank Mary. I'll miss her but she has made the right decision for her.
— Paul Hollywood (@PaulHollywood) September 22, 2016
In a further statement he added: "Let there be no doubt: I have loved every minute of my time working with Mary. I have learned so much from her and we are great friends inside and outside the tent... I will miss her."
Ms Berry confirmed today that she will not follow the show when it moves to Channel 4 next year.
Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins announced have also said that will not return.
In a statement, Ms Berry said: “My decision to stay with the BBC is out of loyalty to them, as they have nurtured me, and the show, that was a unique and brilliant format from day one.
"What a privilege and honour it has been to be part of seven years of magic in a tent.
"I am just sad for the audience who may not be ready for change, I hope they understand my decision."
Read more: Everything you need to know about Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood
Channel 4 signed a three year deal worth £25m with Love Productions
Love Productions, who produce the popular baking show, announced earlier this month that the Bake Off would be moving to Channel 4 after the broadcaster signed a three year deal worth £25m.
The BBC said it would love to have kept the show, but it was not able to afford it.
According to BBC News, the corporation is believed to have offered Love Productions, £15 million per year to keep the show.
Read more: What we know so far about The Great British Bake Off on Channel 4: A bitesize breakdown
This amount fell £10 million short of what the corporation would need to retain the show on BBC One, it was reported.
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