Paul Hollywood 'devastated' after shocking picture of him wearing Nazi uniform and laughing with pals in pub emerged

The TV chef was on his way to a party but some of those in the pub in Kent found his attire "offensive"

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BySteve Robson

• 10:27, 10 SEP 2017
• Updated10:33, 10 SEP 2017

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Shock image of Bake Off's Paul Hollywood in Nazi uniform

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Paul Hollywood has said he is devastated after shocking pictures emerged of him dressed as a Nazi in a village pub.
The Great British Bake Off star, 51, was on his way to a party when he called into the boozer in Monkton, Kent.
A source said: "At worst it was extremely offensive.
"At the very least it was stupid."
In a statement released this morning Paul said: "I am absolutely devastated if this caused offence to anyone, the picture was taken 14 years ago en route to a Comedy TV Shows Themed New Year's Eve Party and a group of us dressed up as characters from the classic TV show 'Allo 'Allo.
"Everyone who knows me, knows I am incredibly proud of the efforts of those, including my own grandfather, who fought against the Nazis during the war."
The TV chef was with a pal and their wives who were also in World War Two-style fancy dress.
But it was only Hollywood's getup that left onlookers stunned.

Paul Hollywood judging the Great British Bake Off show (Image: Supplied by WENN)

Wearing Nazi uniform is an offence punishable by jail and a large fine in Germany (Image: Archive Photos)

He was wearing a grey, Nazi SS style uniform complete with red swastika armband and peaked hat.
Paul even had an Iron Cross dangling from a pocket and a badge featuring a white Nazi eagle.
A source told The Sun: "To them it was a great big joke to be wearing a Nazi uniform, and they were laughing about it and happily posed for a picture at the bar.
"But some found it offensive — especially the fact they thought it was really funny."
Wearing Nazi regalia is illegal in Germany and punishable by up to three years in jail and a large fine.