Danni became the first baker eliminated from The Great British Bake Off, after struggling with vegan biscuits, the Technical Challenge and a demanding Showstopper
Her gracious farewell, however, struck a chord with viewers, who praised her warmth and the friendships she formed in the tent
Fellow contestants were visibly upset, while fans called her departure dignified and memorable
Elsewhere, Nigella Lawson entertained audiences by repeatedly challenging fellow judge Paul Hollywood over his food descriptions and baking opinions
Their lively exchanges have quickly become one of the series’ most discussed features.