How old is Mary Berry and when did she become famous?
MARY Berry is undeniably a national treasure with a huge variety of cook books and TV appearances.
Here's all you need to know about the legendary TV chef.
How old is Mary Berry?
Mary Berry was born on March 24, 1935.
The former Great British Bake Off judge was born in the year in Somerset, England.
She has shared how her upbringing was difficult at times.
Mary contracted polio when she was only 13 years old.
The sickness caused her to have to spend months in the hospital, and she was left with a slightly twisted spine and thinner left hand.
How did Mary Berry become famous?
Mary is a Cordon Bleu-trained chef.
She became the cookery editor of Housewife magazine back in the 1960s.
The celebrity chef then went on to edit Ideal Home magazine.
Mary first stepped in front of the camera on 70s show Afternoon Plus with Judith Chalmers.
Throughout the 80s, she went on to film a TV series for the BBC from her own as well as writing more cookbooks.
What other TV shows has Mary Berry appeared on?
MPary has fronted many TV show over the years.
The star chef has appeared on Mary Berry Story, Mary Berry Cooks, Mary Berry's Absolute Favourites, Mary Berry's Foolproof Cooking, Mary Berry Everyday, Classic Mary Berry.
She has also starred on Britain's Best Home Cook, Mary Berry's Quick Cooking, A Berry Royal Christmas and Mary Berry's Simple Comforts.
Is Mary Berry married and how many children does she have?
Mary has been married to her Paul Hunnings since 1966.
Paul previously worked for sherry brand Harvey's of Bristol as well as selling antique books, however he is now retired.
The couple previously spoke about Paul's proposal and how she only accepted his offer of marriage after the third attempt.
Their eldest daughter is named Annabel and they also had two sons, Thomas and William.
William passed away in 1989 in a car accident when he was just 19.
What is Mary Berry's net worth?
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Mary Berry is reportedly worth £25million.
She has garnered her wealth through her work on TV and cookbooks over the course of 60 years.
She earned £70,000 per series of the Great British Bake Off.
The veteran cook has also published over 60 best-selling recipe books.