Channel 4 scraps Bake Off episode starring Scott Mills
Channel 4 Cancels Bake Off Appearance by Scott Mills
Channel 4 has decided not to broadcast a celebrity episode of *The Great British Bake Off* featuring DJ Scott Mills. The episode, which had been filmed for the Stand Up To Cancer charity, was pulled due to “careful consideration” of recent allegations against the former Radio 2 presenter. Mills was dismissed by the BBC last month following historical claims of serious sexual offenses, though he maintained his cooperation with a prior police inquiry that led to no criminal charges.
Scott Mills’ Role and the Decision to Remove His Episode
Mills had previously appeared on the baking competition alongside singer Rag’n’Bone Man, DJ Edith Bowman, and JLS star Aston Merrygold. However, Channel 4 opted to replace his segment with an alternative episode. The broadcaster stated, “Recognizing the gravity of the claims against Scott, we believe it is best to withhold the episode at this time.”
“An allegation was made against me in 2016 of a historic sexual offense, which was investigated by the police in 2018. I fully cooperated and responded to the process,” Mills said in a recent statement.
He added, “Since the investigation relates to an incident nearly 30 years ago and was closed seven years ago, I hope the public and media will respect my decision to avoid further comment.”
Other Consequences for Scott Mills
Mills’ removal extends beyond the Bake Off. He has been excluded from Boyzone’s upcoming concerts at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium in June, where he was scheduled as a “special guest DJ.” The lineup now includes S Club and B*Witched as support acts. Additionally, he has stepped down from his role as an ambassador for the MS Society UK, which he joined in 2015 after his mother’s diagnosis with multiple sclerosis.
“Scott Mills has been a valued ambassador for over a decade. In light of recent developments, he is stepping back to allow us to reassess the situation,” the charity said.
Neuroblastoma UK also announced its decision to end its partnership with Mills, who had served as a patron since 2021.
Details of the Police Investigation
The BBC revealed that Mills was sacked after learning the alleged victim in his 2016 case was under 16. The Metropolitan Police had investigated the 53-year-old in 2016, focusing on incidents between 1997 and 2000. The inquiry concluded in 2019 with insufficient evidence to proceed. Mills’ case gained attention in 2017 when the Crown Prosecution Service reviewed the file but found no grounds for charges.
