“I am an appalling softie. But somehow, somewhere along the line, I've learnt how to hide it.”

English broadcaster and comedian

Susan Elizabeth Perkins is an English broadcaster, comedian, actress, singer and writer. She first came to prominence through her comedy partnership with Mel Giedroyc in Mel and Sue, and later built a career in radio and television presenting. She is known for presenting The Great British Bake Off from 2010 to 2016, as well as Insert Name Here from 2016 to 2019 and BBC Radio 4's Just a Minute. Her work spans comedy and broadcasting, with a profile that moves between performance, hosting and writing.