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Paul Hollywood is joined by proud mum Gill as he receives an MBE for services to broadcasting and baking from Princess Anne - and admits he would pick William and Kate to appear on Bake Off

Related Topics: Dame Prue Leith, Paul Hollywood

Celebrity baker Paul Hollywood has been awarded an MBE at Windsor Castle for his services to baking and broadcasting on Wednesday.

TV star Paul, 57, has been a judge on the hit TV show since it started in 2010, co-hosting firstly with Dame Mary Berry and then Dame Prue Leith.

Paul, who was presented with his honour by the Princess Royal, said he would love for the Prince and Princess of Wales to appear on the show.

Speaking after the ceremony, Paul said being made an MBE had left him feeling 'very proud', but he wished his nan had been alive to witness it.