The Rise and Fall of Cake Boss

The Rise and Fall of Cake Boss
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In the world of reality television and the culinary world, one name that undoubtedly stands out is Buddy Valastro, the renowned pastry chef and star of the hit TV series Cake Boss. For years, viewers were captivated by the artistic wonders he and his team created at Carlo's Bakery in Hoboken, New Jersey. With its intricate cakes, larger-than-life personalities, and family dynamics, Cake Boss became a beloved staple in the world of baking shows.
However, as the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. This certainly holds true for the rise and fall of Cake Boss. From its humble beginnings to its eventual decline there are many factors that contributed to both its astonishing success and the challenges that eventually led to its fall. Without any further ado, let’s have a dive into the story of rise and fall of the Cake Boss!
#CakeBoss

[@marlawright5711]

Carlo's Bakery is still open. And Buddy will always be THE Cake Boss

[@user-gc3ef9gl7l]

Thought as much ...thnx dear🤲🌺

[@Sommerliebende92]

but it´s not ok to not pay enough

[@katlynwebb8474]

I would like to learn to bake at his shop in Hoboken IF HE ever reopens it

[@kasiemcclure7289]

Do you live in the same town?

[@TheDetroitblack]

Love Buddy..... he's amazing great show and flawless food❤

[@dustercat21]

I met Buddy in 2012 when I worked for a radio station. He promised me back then that he would love to make my wedding cake when I had asked if he would. Its been 11 years, still not married but I went down to the bakery in Hoboken last year and I was happy to be there. It brings back good memories of meeting him and talking with him. I also love that I can doordash his cakes or pieces of cake overnight to my house 😅

[@debramcmurl348]

I will always love watching his baking he is still number 1 to me go Buddy!

[@docgregg2]

Buddy and his team of wonderfully talented artists have created thousands of beautiful cakes over the years. Buddy is known for his generosity and his big heart. He has always given so much to charitable endeavors. Buddy is one of a kind. I have enjoyed his tv show for several years and will miss him. I wish him well. ❤️

[@Djm8520]

This is a BS hit piece. Cake Boss had a hugely successful run and now Valastro has a new show on A&E that picks up where Cake Boss left off.

[@kellymcginnis1367]

😊😊😊

[@beckieknight6184]

WHY NOT LET US HEAR H.I.S. VOICE????

[@marymonson2187]

@@beckieknight6184They probably would have to pay him, so they keep showing the same clips over and over again.

[@shellnet411]

@@marymonson2187 no this would be educational purposes, so it would be fair use if he sued he would lose

[@shellnet411]

This is a puff piece. It doesn't mention the fact that he was far from the first and not the most creative not very creative at all.

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

I used to watch this show often when it was on, I loved the episode where Buddy baked a special cake for the children's hospital :D it was so cool.

[@ChillAssTurtle]

They have a new show on a&e and there was no devastating downfall Just saved ya half an hour

[@carolashton8543]

❤😊 Cake boss best show I visited the bakery in Hoboken in NYC my first stop! I am a retired cake decorator so it was on my bucket list😊

[@paulagarcia8215]

His family is from my town and his old house is across the street from me. His sister owns a restaurant and her mom used to own another. This British show glosses very lightly over the family ideal. They missed a lot

[@annettebitet8603]

Buddy! You were always a Cake Genius in My eyes! Your drive for perfection is always first and foremost! Love to you and the Family!! ♥️♥️💋💋🎄🎄🎄

[@Michelle-jm7hh]

This was a hit piece and click bait. Shame on whoever wrote this. There is no "fall" of Buddy. Businesses are always going to have issues with staff especially when the boss becomes famous. They want their 15 mins of fame. Though I am sure Buddy has made his share of mistakes just like all of us the good he has brought to everyone fars outweighs anything else. He is and always will be the cake boss and a hero to those he has helped. He is a legend and has touched so many people's lives!

[@carlosencarnacion9425]

Have to agreed. In no point did it feel like there was a fall or anything like it. It felt more like he had some stumbles along the way with the work allegations which feels like they were the only big problem and always have to be taken sometimes with a bit of grain of salt. The DUI while serious isn't as bad and it probably was blown more out of propotion based on him been famous and well known. The other stuff seem minor in all honesty. A show going on for 10 years is huge success in all honesty. Every show has to eventually end (even if is a reality show without define story with begging and end). He is still sucessful, his business are still doing good, he still appears in shows there is no fall whatsoever O_o

[@WihiriaMark]

Thanks for your response! We’re mikes away and wouldn’t know any difference but I enjoyed Big Boss. It was a show I enjoyed which I don’t usually watch so I’m glad to get a more positive response, appreciate you sharing!

[@June-tb4vi]

It says a lot how he treated his employees!!

[@PhoenixRising734]

The writing on this video was confusing. It went backwards and forwards in time. It repeated parts. There really was no 'fall' of cake boss even with some controversial behaviors. In fact, it sounds like he is still pretty successful doing other things.

[@sonyafox3271]

No, he isn’t doing other things, he’s a baker and, in the bakery business, he’s not going to quit in the middle of his career to go on doing something completely different, that wouldn’t make no sense, especially since, he’s quite successful, duh! His business has expanded and, no, the video if you paid attention didn’t go backwards and, forwards, you didn’t watch closely, it was going in depth into the history of his tv shows he’s been in thus far and, what he’s currently doing now and, things he’s doing now and, the current charities he’s helping out of his business and, fame expanding! It pays off to listen and, to pay attention! But, nothing was repeated and, I am watching the same video and, I seen none of that!

[@PhoenixRising734]

@@sonyafox3271 - damn you for making me watch it again. I stand by what I said. It started out chronological til 2009 then jumped to 2017 mentioning his mom's death, then back to 2013 through 2021. Then it goes back to 2020 then to 2018 then back to 2014. Then from about 17 min to the end, the narrator just starts repeating Buddy's skills and history. I also did not say he gave up cake making by saying he was successful doing 'other things'. I was referring to his other stores, his restaurants, his other shows to make the point that Buddy never failed despite the controversaries he faced. Maybe YOU should go watch it again. I'm done.

[@blessedwatkins2587]

Is this click bait

[@Norsknurse]

I guess….you can tell by the mega mansions all the siblings are all building.

[@user-ti1ek4oe8o]

I used to watch them both with my great granddaughter we loved both

[@carolmoilanen4530]

Only the Philadelphia store closed the one in Hoboken new jersey is going strong

[@carolmoilanen4530]

Just because the tv show was cancelled doesn’t mean the bakery closed

[@RaeAnn_1202]

⁠@@carolmoilanen4530the one in Philadelphia did close. The building is up for rent. Yes, it isn’t necessarily because the show ended.

[@susangetz9202]

Cake Boss will never die!

[@hazecliff7173]

this was my favorite. if they have a netflix show, then i would watch it

[@tonisargent4695]

i miss this tv show bring it back

[@samanthahendry656]

Oh boohoohoo! The man is an inspiration to all and the family helped him all the way.

[@deborahcincotta3600]

ITS SO SAD THAT PEOPLE HAVE TO BE SO JEALOUS OF SOMEONE WHO MAKES A HIT AND MAKES IT BIG AND THEY WILL IN TURN TURN AROUND AND DESTROY THAT PERSON BECAUSE OF THEIR JEALOUSY

[@ninademci1500]

My favorite Cake that the show “Cake Boss” made was the “Sesame Street” cake.

[@carlinetessier5500]

I used to watch him over and over very professional.

[@1Skorpia]

The title is misleading. He didnt fall. Hes still thriving.

[@awesomekoga7848]

I went to Vegas and bought 2 slices of cake from a vending machine. I got the chocolate and the rainbow. I took it home to Hawaii. I am happy to have tried two of Buddy’s cakes. My son was happy to try it because we watched Cake Boss faithfully and always said we would want to try going to his bakery.

[@June-tb4vi]

They were awful right

[@awesomekoga7848]

@@June-tb4vi they were cake. Nothing special. I wouldn’t have been able to tell if it were a box mix. My son said he could tell the difference. They were super sweet.

[@angiesuarez1753]

He got a gifted hands..he is so blessed with so many things..his is such an inspiration..Godbless

[@tajbirakabir]

I love cake bosss 3years ago he came to Vancouver! And I have tried his best cupcakes so good!!!!!😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤😂😂😂🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@terrygillespie2514]

One of the most interesting shows I’ve watched

[@mac-ju5ot]

Buddy had a bad accident with one of his machines .I hold him still in high esteem he's a good man . Honestly sour grapes

[@theresaoosthuysen3879]

We love you buddy from south africa durban

[@arunaathkr]

Don't forget Good things ,Good people stay Longer. Hard work ...always gives special so many useful things. Talk carefully.

[@deborahg8260]

Buddy is my hero!

[@nphipps9406]

after all Buddy went through he still in business and did expand and continue to do so. He was also an driving example for all his family and workers, look what they have done for themselves because of Buddy, not to mentioned other charities. SOOO, WHERE DID HE FALL. youtubers will come and go, but Buddy remain in spite of everything.

[@crystailmoniquesmith8088]

That man is my mentor i watch him from TV i don't care if he not on no more i just need to know if the bakery still Running in the family i love Buddy and family please still be open to the public omgg i love you Buddy you are Amazing and the Team i love yall prayers go out to you

[@Jude74]

He’s doing very well. His mediocre offerings are all over Las Vegas.

[@jackstrubbe7608]

Perfect pairing. "Little Debbie Does Dallas" 😎

[@Jude74]

@@jackstrubbe7608 OMG, I think I peed a little. Oh goodness.. 😂

[@cremebrulee4759]

Calling at a bowling accident is really not accurate. He hurt his hand trying to unjam the pin setting equipment on his home bowling alley.

[@lauravitaliani9666]

FYI Walmart Bakerey Has Buddy's Cake Boss cakes for sale! HOBOKEN STYLE BABY!

[@ac4498]

Years ago I purchased pastries and cake from his store in NYC while visiting there. Needless to say, those items were very much OVERPRICED for the quality. Never again!!!

[@st-felicien4497]

In the show “Cake Boss”, the performance of the pastry chef, if we can call it that, is alarming in terms of hygiene. The non-compliance with HACCP rules is blatant, and it is shameful to see such negligence in the preparation of cakes on television.

[@ThaSpitfire]

Yes thank you!! While i loved the show, and watched it constantly, i also had the same concerns

[@maeroseleen5004]

They are just envy to Cake Boss because of his popularity and being successful... ❤

[@user-pc8vz1ft2f]

Great show!! I love watching Buddy & his beautiful family. What talent on those cakes you go Buddy.😊

[@mariapinto9886]

Hi greetings from Mumbai India i used to watch cake boss on tlc n was fascinated by buddy n his teams creativity n skill. He is successful n popular n expanded n diversified his business so dont no y u say fall of buddy

[@arlysveen706]

Love you, Buddy!!

[@BolaAdeniji-rz7ub]

So sad😪 i love watching his shows.

[@bbybap4729]

This video was all over the place!

[@italiana626sc]

I agree! Glad you commented that because it definitely is.

[@barbarahilliard5279]

Should have kept the show at the original bakery.

[@JudithTheROSE]

He’s got enough money from all his success… he doesn’t need anything now. He can ride on his own coat tails His career will always remain remarkable

[@heatherbrooks7006]

I love this guy, he is The Cake Boss!

[@user-qp5dk3ji2s]

I love watching him makes cakes He makes some beautiful cakes.

[@sonyafox3271]

Make not makes, when, you say you love watching him make cakes, not makes! ( singular term)

[@brendajanellskipworth2656]

Love him ; God bless him

[@essiefowler9775]

Isn’t it always the same when someone rises above the others , the nasties out there start taking pot shots, jealousy’s a curse you know - he’s a magnificent baker

[@patsystory9184]

I enjoyed the cake boss shows. I looked forward every Monday evening 06:00pm watching it. Now, it has been replaced with a different show and I do not watch it. I am disappointed that cake boss has been taken off. It was something that was enjoyed and fulfilled my Monday evenings. It would be awesome if it was returned. I wish all the best to the friends and families that were part of the show. Please bring the reruns back!

[@teresasuhr7327]

I know where I'm eatIng next time I'm in vegas!!!!

[@Patshes]

An absolute master!!!

[@velvetjones1856]

Buddy was a sore loser when he lost some battles to Duff. He is very competitive. Just noticed that Walmart had cakes from Carlo's Bakery. I'm not sure if this is a sign of success or desperation?

[@lindaobrien2659]

Duff smoked him!

[@Norsknurse]

That’s where his cakes belong…..in Walmart.

[@firetakesall8000]

When my mom was dying with dementia cake boss and say yes to the dress were her favorite shows

[@patricec.2957]

cake boss represents the 21st century, when the outside is more important than the inside. Seen from Europe, these cakes aren't even worthy of being sold in a hard discount store.

[@Norsknurse]

So true.

[@cindimams4394]

They were good before they got too big and commercial.

[@ramdjow2882]

I have mixed feelings about Buddy. On one hand I really respect him as a strong leader with a lot of charisma, skill, and wisdom. But on the other side I’m questioning his character, especially with all the allegations that came out against him that seemed to be true. It bothers me how he took a small family business and turned it into something so commercial, with half-baked bakeries everywhere and stale cakes crammed into vending machines and grocery stores. He's opened multiple Carlos Bakery locations, but most of them either get terrible reviews or shut down because they can't keep up the quality and freshness. Selling "fresh pizzas" from vending machines in Vegas that taste bad is a far cry from what Carlos Bakery used to stand for. It feels like greed has changed him. Despite all this, I did respect who he used to be, and I still like his show, even though it's not airing on TV anymore. I’m really hoping those allegations about him weren’t true

[@bonniekonjevich7574]

Since readers of comments have various viewpoints, I can see/agree with yours. It would be hard to be in the public eye since we all make mistakes. B.V. is/was lacking emotional intelligence in many ways. The mistakes were from social/lawful/ignorance and lack of formal edu. which may or may not have polished him. He has had higher than most creative ability. It is likely many are jealous of him. It must be horribly tough to be in the public eye.

[@joannevargas9638]

He's still a cake hero to me😍

[@theresecaruso1239]

I will always support the Cake Boss.

[@AngelsDiamonds]

Repeat 🔁 repeat 🔂

[@ladeelibra925]

*I'm surprised they didn't mention that Buddy now sells Cake 🍰 Slices out of Vending Machines!*

[@allisoncampbell1631]

they aren't bad..but you have to remember they are frozen and let them thaw a few hours

[@starseed5090]

That's what happens when you don't respond to /ignore customer complaints. No one is that powerful as to ignore your customers.

[@berngirl5624]

Surprised about him not paying minimum wages. Not sure why people would be Ok to be taken advantage of. I can see him about hostile work place. He seems like a perfectionist and that kind of person can't understand that other people aren't. I can see it causing a lot of problems.

[@bethwanyama]

I love cake boss you are my teacher I am learning from you

[@andrerosekriel1127]

All the best to the cake boss family....thanks for sharing all your creativity and inspiration to be more thoughtful of others... Thank you all for broadening our minds and skills to try at home, much appreciated Take an e and I know whatever you all now venture into will just thrive.....Enjoy the ride..from South Africa.

[@user-iv1yi6cz7o]

HE IS GIFTED BY GOD..GOD BLESS HIM.❤

[@marieazrak1951]

I watched this show when I was a teenager

[@Sammydushi]

Buddy is always good

[@karasukaria5426]

His cafe in Orlando sucks. I can see why he's closed

[@thisbushnell2012]

Corky and Lenny's just closed. If you are from northeast Ohio, you know the pain. But we understand the changes out of their control, and they earned their retirement.

[@user-nv4jg6ei8x]

I stood in line for cake in nyc and it was terrible. Worse than just box cake and premade frosting. What a disappointment.

[@louiZiana-Gurl]

Went to his bakery in New Jersey the cake and pastries were dry but I did enjoy watching his show

[@Norsknurse]

You give him too much credit. He could never compete with the magnificent bakers of Europe. European bakers are true artists and create beautiful, delicate and delicious cakes and pastries. He could never match them.

[@NekoArts]

100% agree.

[@lindaalbano6868]

I agree stop spreading b.s about the cake boss

[@Tigaslots]

If you want to support, then you're a fan. He dont just make cakes but also savory foods as well. They're mediocre.

[@shorty6130]

Sorry to hear

[@Hunter225]

I always hated the rice crispy on the cate. I've seen other bakers do the same cakes, and they are all cake

[@MszzDee]

Wow, I never knew any of this

[@robinsummers7612]

Walmart carries Buddy's cakes..they are 3 layers of different flavors...Pricing about $24.99

[@cherriberri7161]

I loved this show way way way better then Duff’s Ace Of Cakes. Buddy’s personality and talent were phenomenal!

[@peppercat8718]

Why the comparison, they're 2 different people.

[@cherriberri7161]

@@peppercat8718 only thought I would mention that I liked Buddy’s show way better that’s all. Geeez

[@JustLikeAFlower]

@@cherriberri7161 it wasn’t better it had more drama that’s probably why you think it was better because it damn sure wasn’t the cakes because everybody knows Duff has the better cakes most of buddies cakes look like shit especially that zombie cake and that chandelier cake should’ve been thrown away they were lucky to have that cake fall from the sky because nobody else had to see it but these people are definitely over exaggerating that man hasn’t fallen anywhere. And they are doing just fine in business.

[@JudyStevens-yj7qy]

Duff is very talented also🎉

[@burtonthegrape9217]

aren't their cakes mostly rice Krispies?

[@Xirdnehynnej]

Lol he’s not cancelled…they’re selling Cake Boss cakes and cakes by the slice at my local Walmart 🤷‍♀️

[@compka93]

I loved Cake boss

[@ninademci1500]

Now I’ll look for the wedding cake for a cat and dog couple.

[@justsaying.8017]

Hey Buddy🤗😀

[@audryangus4795]

The best cake boss 👍👍👍👍👍🍰🎂

[@jenniferjivan6351]

Luv Buddy cakes n food 😂

[@mskoekemoer4242]

Just leave Cake Boss alloñe!!!! If you cant say something possitive keep out! Buddy all the luck in the world to you!

[@rosebudame]

Click bait title. Shame!

[@arfriedman4577]

Just beause cake boss is not in the media much recently dosnt mean theyre not doing as well. Some people want out of the spotlight beause it gets in their way of staying successful.

[@robinsummers7612]

There a is a BUDDY'S in Orlando!! 🎉

[@wandamyers5504]

On birthday and on anniversary

[@KochenRezepteGarten]

🥰

[@jmpnjessie]

Love Cake Boss! ❤

[@winniefernandes9492]

Where is Buddy now?.. amazing cakes

[@karenburke8987]

I live near his bakery in Hoboken, NJ. His cakes are not good! My niece bought a cake for her daughters 1st bday, the cake was beautiful but tasted like crap.🤮 And the cake cost $300!!

[@lindaobrien2659]

Wow!

[@adrievanwyk9066]

His the Best.

[@user-kx6qw2nd8v]

I used to watch Cake Boss but I can see how over-saturation can be it’s downfall and how new trendier baking competitions take over. Bitterly disappointed to hear the allegations against him especially underpaying his staff especially as he had the programme then - karma is a b*tch 😢

[@user-mg8dr4fk9j]

If he reached a settlement with the New Jersey blah blah blah it baffling how someone could deny those specific allocations claiming they were false.

[@anne-vl7qf]

Click bait rubbish. Go Buddy ❤

[@objectionhearsay2415]

Buddy had a horrific accident he did not “fall” his business is still thriving u on the other hand have one job. Make a decent video. Well you failed.

[@wandamyers5504]

Please come we could use a new cakes around here