Sophie Willan is the new host of The Great British Sewing Bee, taking over from Sara Pascoe after her three-season tenure. Sophie, a BAFTA-winning comedian, writer, and performer, will join judges Patrick Grant and Esme Young to guide Britain's creative stitchers through their challenges. She will also host the Christmas Celebrity Special later this year, with the next series premiering on BBC One and iPlayer in 2026.