Prue Leith Reflects on Later Life and Cherishes Time with Husband
Celebrated Great British Bake Off judge, Dame Prue Leith, has candidly acknowledged her advancing years, expressing a desire to make the most of her remaining time. The beloved 85-year-old television personality shared her reflections on this phase of life, emphasizing her intention to treasure every moment spent with her husband, John Playfair.
Acknowledging Time and Travel Needs
In a conversation with Holly Rubenstein on “The Travel Diaries” podcast, Dame Prue Leith openly stated, “I haven’t got much longer, I’m 85, I want to spend as much time as I can with him.” She further elaborated on her reliance on her husband’s support during work-related international travel. The esteemed culinary figure mentioned needing assistance, especially when filming overseas, such as an upcoming trip to New York to promote the American version of a baking show.
She explained her agent’s considerate approach, noting, “I’m now old enough for my agent to say ‘I’m sorry, but she has to ring her husband, because she’s 85, she needs someone to carry the bags’ she doesn’t quite say ‘she needs a carer’ but it’s pretty close,” as reported by Wales Online.
Husband’s Support and Endearing Nature
Earlier in the discussion, Dame Prue fondly spoke of her husband’s humility and unassuming character. She recounted to listeners, “One of the wonderful things about him is that he is totally without ego, he doesn’t feel threatened by the fact that I have a higher profile than he does, when I introduce him (to people) he always just says ‘I’m the handbag carrier, I’m her chauffeur’.” This highlighted the supportive and down-to-earth nature of their relationship.
Marriage and Family Life
Dame Prue Leith and John Playfair married in 2016, following the passing of her first husband, Rayne Kruger, in 2002 at the age of 80. Together, Prue Leith and Rayne Kruger had two children: a daughter, Li-Da Kruger, adopted from Cambodia, and a son, Danny Kruger.
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Secrets to Wellbeing at 85
When asked about maintaining her vitality at 85, Dame Prue shared, “I wish I could say it is from some wonderful thing I do, but if I look good or at least younger than I am, then it’s got to be at least because I sleep well and I eat well, and I am happy, when you’re unhappy, you don’t eat well.” This suggests her well-being stems from a balanced lifestyle and positive outlook.
Culinary Journey and Television Stardom
Prue Leith’s distinguished career in the culinary world commenced at the age of 20 when she enrolled at the Cordon Bleu Cookery School.
Early Career and Leith’s Restaurant
After honing her skills at the prestigious culinary institution, she embarked on a significant entrepreneurial endeavor. At just 29, she inaugurated Leith’s, her own esteemed restaurant in Notting Hill, London, marking the beginning of her influential presence in the food industry.
Television and Literary Achievements
Her professional trajectory has led to widespread recognition on television and as a celebrated author of numerous cookbooks. In 2017, she took on one of her most prominent television roles, becoming a judge on The Great British Bake Off, succeeding Dame Mary Berry in the coveted position.
Stepping Back from Celebrity Bake Off
While maintaining her long-term involvement with GBBO, Dame Prue has recently reduced her participation, withdrawing from the celebrity edition of the program. She has entrusted her judging responsibilities for the celebrity series to her friend, Caroline Waldergrave.
Reason for Scaling Back
Dame Prue elucidated her rationale for stepping back from the celebrity version, explaining, “These things are filmed back-to-back all the way through summer from April to August so you don’t get any time off. I’m getting quite old and there’s places I want to see. So I’m not doing this year’s.” This decision reflects her desire to prioritize personal time and travel in her later years.
