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Elaine McCallig
Nov 17, 2021
Last night made tough viewing for Great British Bake Off fans, and no, we’re not okay.
Viewers were left reeling after fan favourite Jürgen Krauss left the competition during the semi-final.
The softly spoken German IT consultant captured hearts over the last few weeks, with his sweetness earning him comparisons to Winnie the Pooh. Another endearing moment fans enjoyed was when he serenaded judge Paul Hollywood as he sampled one of his desserts.
Kruass - nicknamed the Jürgenator - remained humble despite securing the Star Baker accolade three times throughout the competition.
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However, it all came crashing down last night when Krauss was the only contestant that didn’t receive a handshake from Hollywood during a pâtisserie week challenge.
Thank you so much for all your support! Congratulations to #starbaker Crystelle and to Chigs and @giuseppecooks for… https://t.co/ISHPD36kRA— juergenthebread (@juergenthebread) 1637100846
In a tear-jerking letter before his exit, Krauss wrote: “Who wants to fly to the moon if you can be on Bake Off? It was such a fantastic ride.
“Preparing all the recipes gave me confidence to experiment with flavours in sweet baking, to an extent I’ve never done before.”
“A huge thank you to all of you for all the kindness and warmth in your response and support. Lots of love, Jürgen.”
“Who wants to fly to the moon if you can be on Bake Off?” Here’s Jürgen’s wonderful letter to all you #GBBO fans. https://t.co/v37TK5gJzn— British Bake Off (@British Bake Off) 1637097747
Jürgen’s exit from the competition so close to the end was a hard blow to fans, with many taking to Twitter to share their reaction:
Me at Paul and Prue for sending Jurgen home #GBBO https://t.co/FQgIiWyvv2— Ali Merina (@Ali Merina) 1637097551
great british SNAKE off,, no one talk to me babes im fumin 😡 #GBBO https://t.co/iLD7jA96VP— Elsie (sigma female) (@Elsie (sigma female)) 1637098262
#GBBO mood board https://t.co/NiJEorWzfN— Beth McColl (@Beth McColl) 1637098204
My reaction to Jurgen not making it to the final of Bake Off: #GBBO https://t.co/t6VzXZQ5YP— CH (@CH) 1637097079
The nations sweetheart. The nations choice. I'll love you forever Jurgen. #GBBO https://t.co/s8xCA8SUEt— Rebeccalnorth (@Rebeccalnorth) 1637097430
Paul and Prue getting rid of Jurgen #GBBO https://t.co/NoFdUKB1ta— Lucyaliceee🌻 (@Lucyaliceee🌻) 1637097870
Being a Jurgen Stan right now #GBBO https://t.co/BEBW0P4Gms— Meghan (@Meghan) 1637097094
Me watching the Bake Off final next week without Jurgen #GBBO https://t.co/KXg459lisH— Tim Galsworthy (@Tim Galsworthy) 1637097109
Jurgen waiting on his Hollywood handshake #GBBO https://t.co/wZAL3eWgmH— Siobhán Doyle (@Siobhán Doyle) 1637094220
Dear Lord what a sad little life Paul and Prue, you sent Jurgen home so now he has to leave the tent #GBBO https://t.co/gDQ8wk8tQ4— Mercury K Theo 💕 (@Mercury K Theo 💕) 1637097073
Where's the #gbbo support helpline?— Jono (@Jono) 1637097231
The UK right now knowing that jurgen didn’t get through. Why couldn’t it have been a final 4 instead #gbbo… https://t.co/xnLg5Kg5aT— Daniel Matthews (@Daniel Matthews) 1637097278
Jurgen being kicked off bake off ? How am I meant to live laugh love in these conditions 😭 #GBBO— Rachel (@Rachel) 1637097123
My boy Jurgen. I cannot. #GBBO https://t.co/yP4iWPt3Lc— Alice Whaley (@Alice Whaley) 1637097109
When it was announced that Jurgen was leaving the tent #GBBO https://t.co/0kAu1CMHdp— Mercury K Theo 💕 (@Mercury K Theo 💕) 1637097338
But how did the man himself react?
He said: “I feel kind of okay. I kind of saw it coming. I think the others are more shocked than I am. I really enjoyed being here. I made friends for life and I will be with them in spirit.”
Oh Jürgen, what a legend you are! We’re so sad to see you leave the Tent, through the tightest of margins, but are… https://t.co/Qeh8C1UZvu— British Bake Off (@British Bake Off) 1637097101
He also posted a tweet praising hosts Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding, calling them “two of the kindest human beings I know”.
Shout out for @RealMattLucas and @noelfielding11 It was a great privilege to have you around. Apart from being two… https://t.co/e9JiIBdaFW— juergenthebread (@juergenthebread) 1637102053
GBBO also shared their favourite moments from Jürgen’s time in the iconic tent:
Truly one of a kind - and in the best possible sense. Here’s Jürgen’s amazing Bake Off journey… #GBBO https://t.co/7c89wmAFHf— British Bake Off (@British Bake Off) 1637097587
Next week’s final will see Crystelle Pereira, Chigs Parmar and Giuseppe Dell’Anno battling it out to be crowned this year’s winner.
Jürgen will always be our winner, though.