Mary Berry photobombed by student after speaking at Cambridge Union

Mary Berry addresses The Cambridge Union 
Mary Berry addresses The Cambridge Union  Credit: Getty

Mary Berry was invited to speak at the Cambridge Union, the university's debating society, on Monday evening .

The celebrity cook, who was dressed in a sparkly dress, was photographed after the event with a member of the university union lurking in the background.

The 82-year-old has been speaking at a number of events to publicise her new cook book, Everday. 

On the subject of student cooking, she told the students a lot could be done with a single pan.

Mary Berry speaks at The Cambridge Union
Mary Berry speaks at The Cambridge Union Credit: Chris Williamson/Getty

Jonah Surkes, the speakers officer for the Cambridge Union, posed in the background of the photo after sharing the stage with her for the evening event.

The 20-year-old Human, Social and Political Sciences student at Clare College has met a number of celebrities during his time as speakers officer. 

He also has an amateur photography website showcasing his photographs and giving advice on taking high-speed snaps.

Last week he posted a photograph with TV presenter Piers Morgan, who had agreed to be interviewed by students.

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