Prue Leith is a renowned British chef, restaurateur, and television personality, born on December 18, 1940, in Cape Town, South Africa. She is best known for her role as a judge on the popular cooking competition show, The Great British Bake Off. Prue has also authored several cookbooks and has been involved in various culinary ventures throughout her career. In addition to her culinary achievements, Prue Leith founded the Prue Leith Chef Academy in 1996, which trains aspiring chefs in professional cooking. She has received numerous awards for her contributions to the culinary arts and is recognized for her passion for food and education.