Storyville: Ask E Jean

10pm, BBC Four
Why did journalist and advice columnist E Jean Carroll decide to sue Donald Trump? “Because he called me a liar and I couldn’t let it stand.” This documentary follows her groundbreaking media career before retracing her journey to suing Trump twice in the civil courts over sexual abuse and defamation allegations (in 2019, and 2022), which she won both times. Hollie Richardson

The Great British Bake Off

8pm, Channel 4
Bread is Paul Hollywood’s speciality, much to the chagrin of the contestants in bread week. For the first challenge, Tom and Gary are both making cheesy Chelsea buns, while Connie is creating Yum Yum-style bread with four different cheeses and chilli flakes. But which of the bakers can infuse the perfect amount of garlic into theirs? Priya Elan

Blue Lights

9pm, BBC One
The day of Gerry’s murder trial is finally here, which means a quick return from former cop Jen (Hannah McClean), who was with him when he was shot. Prepare for the emotions to hit hard as Sandra (Andi Osho) sits through it. Meanwhile, Grace (Siân Brooke) pays a visit to the young woman who’s trying to ruin her life. HR

John Simpson: Sixty Years at the BBC

9pm, BBC Two

‘Affable, intelligent guide’ … John Simpson. Photograph: BBC/Robert Timothy

John Simpson’s BBC career covers an extraordinary span of time: this highlights package doubles as a history of the post-second world war era. Simpson is an affable, intelligent guide to events ranging from the Iranian revolution (“extremely frightening”) to the release of Nelson Mandela and the travails of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Phil Harrison

Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild

9pm, Channel 5
The Humbert family run a sustainable pearl-farming business on a far-flung Pacific atoll in French Polynesia. When Ben Fogle comes to visit he earns his keep by diving for oysters. But can he charm the clan’s 83-year-old grandpa, a salty Gallic sea dog who regards vegetables with contempt? Graeme Virtue

The Sky Arts awards 2026

9pm, Sky Arts
It’s a classy affair as Grayson Perry and Rebecca Lucy Taylor (Self Esteem) host a night at London’s Roundhouse rewarding the best in this year’s culture. Among the categories and nominees, Nick Mohammed is up for best comedy, while Grenfell: Uncovered is nominated for best television, and Wendy Erskine has a nod for best literature. HR

Live sport

Women’s international football: England v Greece, 6.45pm, ITV4 The playoff semi-final second leg, at King Power Stadium in Leicester.

Uefa Champions League football: Atlético Madrid v Manchester Utd, 6.30pm, Prime Video Arsenal v Lille is on at 7pm on TNT Sports 1.