I was a Great British Bake Off finalist but got DEATH threats after I made it through to the last episode

A finalist on the beloved baking show opens up about the dark side of fame

Laura Adlington, 32, was a contestant on the popular TV show Great British Bake Off in 2020. Despite making it to the final round, she faced a barrage of online abuse, including death threats, from trolls.

The toll of online bullying

Speaking on the Go Love Yourself podcast, Laura revealed the extent of the harassment she endured after her time on GBBO. She described being trolled about her appearance and fertility issues, with trolls going as far as sending death threats. The personal attacks escalated to the point where Laura felt suicidal.

Broken promises

In addition to the online abuse, Laura also expressed her disappointment in Channel 4 for not following through on promised counseling. The lack of support during such a difficult time added to her distress.

A message of resilience

Despite the trauma she experienced, Laura has since found strength in sharing her story. She now hosts a podcast and uses her platform to promote body positivity on social media. By speaking out about her own struggles, she hopes to inspire others to find their own resilience.