Great British Bake Off airs emotional tribute to contestant's late mother

• The Great British Bake Off has paid tribute to contestant Nikki's mother, Joyce, who passed away during filming.
• Nikki left the tent during Tuesday's episode due to family matters, as announced by co-host Alison Hammond.
• Channel 4 aired a dedication message at the end of the show offering deepest condolences to Nikki and her family.
• Writing on Instagram, Nikki explained she stepped away from the competition to be with her mother in her final days.
• Nikki revealed that her mother was her baking inspiration and was over the moon when she was selected for the show.

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Bake Off pays tribute as contestant leaves tent due to ‘family matters’