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Gemma Jones

Celeb Bake Off's Russell Howard receives double handshake as he shares love for LFC

Paul Hollywood gave out a rare treat on tonight's Celebrity Great British Bake Off.

The Wallasey -born chef is known for giving out handshakes to successful bakers on the Channel 4 cooking show. But, tonight, he handed out two in quick succession.

In a Stand Up To Cancer special, Louis Theroux, Jenny Eclair, Russell Howard and Ovie Soko tackled a giant biscuit, a classic bake and a showstopping choux sculpture depicting their perfect day. Paul was on hand to judge their tasty delights.

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For Russell's showstopper, he decided to make a perfect Sunday on the sofa cake. He depicted a scene of his family and pets sat on the couch together watching his favourite team playing.

Paul asked him: "Who do you support?" Russell answered: "I support Liverpool." The chef was overjoyed as he reached to shake Russell's hand, adding: "Good man!"

Russell said: "I've got a spare seat. I've got two season tickets. Do you want another handshake?" Paul replied: "Absolutely" as he shook the comedian's hand once more.

Bragging, Russell shouted: "Louis! I've just had two handshakes!" Louis Therioux just stood shaking his head in disbelief as he looked on.

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