Paul Hollywood, born on 1st March 1966 in Wallasey, United Kingdom, is an English celebrity chef, author and television presenter who rose to fame on the extraordinarily popular BBC cooking show, “The Great British Bake Off.”

Hollywood started out his career at his father’s bakery business before moving on to become head baker at some of the most distinguished hotels like The Dorchester and The Grosvenor House. During his tenure as the head baker, he was even conferred ‘Baker of the Year’ award multiple times.

Hollywood’s career as a television host started in 2002 with his show on UKTV Food called “The Paul Hollywood Pies and Puddings”. However, it was his stint on “The Great British Bake Off” for which he became known across the globe. His appearances on this show have earned him an almost cult-like following, especially in the UK, as he became a beloved personality to fans of the show.

Aside from his prominent television career, Hollywood has also authored several cookbooks including “100 Great Breads” and “How to Bake”. He has also worked as a guest chef for several high-profile television shows such as “Saturday Kitchen” and “Masterchef”.

Hollywood’s professional career spans over four decades and his accomplishments are quite impressive, including being awarded the Catey Awards in 2014 for Outstanding Personal Achievement and working on various UK charity events. He also became a consultant for Eastman’s Flour, a well-known baking brand.

Hollywood is a true chef and a mentor to the aspiring bakers, having built a loyal following through his television presence and his books, he is beloved by many around the world who have an affinity for baking. He is a prominent figure in the culinary world, and his impressive career and knowledge continues to inspire and influence audiences globally.