Celebrity MasterChef cast: Who are the contestants for the 2019 series?

Of all the celebrity contests on TV, MasterChef is the one that often throws up the most surprising of results.

Actress Lisa Faulkner ended up with a brand new career as a cook after winning, Sophie Thompson’s creations could have stood up to any of the main series contestants, and Adrian Edmondson proved his dishes were nothing to be laughed at.

Find out who’s in the running to rise or fall to the challenge this year.

Adam Woodyatt

Age: 51

Occupation: Actor

Best known for: Even if you’re not a soap fan, chances are you’ll recognise Adam as he’s the longest-serving cast member on EastEnders, having played Ian Beale since the show began.

Dr Alex George

Age: 27

Occupation: Doctor