Los Angeles, California – Valerie Bertinelli, the actor known for her roles in television shows like “One Day at a Time” and “Hot in Cleveland,” has announced that she will not be returning to Food Network’s “Kids Baking Championship.” In an emotional Instagram video shared on January 20, Bertinelli revealed that she had received confirmation of her dismissal the previous night.
Expressing her disappointment, Bertinelli admitted that the news hurt her feelings, even though she understood that it was a business decision driven by budget cuts. “Kids Baking Championship” is currently airing its 12th season, but the network has not made an official announcement about the show’s future.
Bertinelli has been hosting the program alongside Duff Goldman since its premiere in 2015. She described her time on the show as a “flotation device” during a challenging period in her life, as she went through a divorce from ex-husband Tom Vitale. She expressed gratitude to her fellow cast and crew members and said that being able to spread kindness on the show helped her through that difficult time.
The Golden Globe winner concluded her video by offering words of encouragement to any future contestants on the show. She urged them to believe in themselves and to continue baking, even if they are eliminated. Bertinelli’s departure from “Kids Baking Championship” comes after the cancellation of her other Food Network show, “Valerie’s Home Cooking,” which ran for 14 seasons.
It is unclear why the network decided to cancel the show, but in an earlier Instagram video, Bertinelli expressed her love for the production and her gratitude to the crew and everyone involved in making the show a success.
Valerie Bertinelli’s departure from “Kids Baking Championship” marks the end of an era for the beloved television personality. Her charismatic presence and baking expertise will be missed by both viewers and fellow cast members. As Bertinelli navigates this new chapter in her career, fans can only hope to see her on their screens again soon, sharing her culinary passion and warmth.