Mary Berry

Also Known As: Dame Mary Rosa Alleyne Hunnings • Born: 03/24/1935

Dame Mary Rosa Alleyne Hunnings DBE, born Mary Rosa Alleyne Berry on 24 March 1935, is a revered figure in the culinary world, renowned as an English food writer, chef, baker, and television presenter. Her journey into the culinary arts began with a passion sparked during her domestic science classes and formalized through studies at Le Cordon Bleu culinary school in France at the age of 22. Mary Berry’s illustrious career spans over six decades, marked by a prolific output of more than 75 cookery books. Her first notable publication was The Hamlyn All Colour Cookbook in 1970, followed by the immensely popular Baking Bible in 2009. Beyond writing, Berry became a household name through her engaging television appearances on BBC and Thames Television, where she hosted numerous cooking series and served as a judge on The Great British Bake Off until 2016.

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Culinary Icon

Mary Berry is not just a TV personality; she’s a culinary icon celebrated for her bestselling cookbooks that empower home cooks globally with delicious recipes and expert tips.

Honored with a CBE

Recognized for her culinary prowess, Mary Berry was honored with a CBE, underscoring her profound impact on British cooking and culture through her innovative recipes and TV appearances.

Early Start

Mary Berry’s journey in baking began early, fueling her lifelong passion for creating delightful treats. Her warm presence and baking expertise have endeared her to fans worldwide, inspiring a new generation of bakers.

• Height: 5’5″ (165 cm)

• Nationality: British

• Show(s): Mary Berry’s Fantastic Feasts

• Network(s): PBS

• Guest Appearances: N/A

• Zodiac Sign: Aries

• Children: Thomas Alleyne Berry, Annabel Hunnings

• Father: Alleyne William Steward Berry

• Mother: Margaret Mary Wilson

• Siblings: N/A

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Latest TV Shows

Mary Berry’s Fantastic Feasts
Dame Mary Berry knows a thing or two about cooking up a fantastic feast, so she is sharing her cooking skills with novice cooks who aim to create a special celebratory meal for a person who is important to them.
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