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Inside The Chase star Mark Labbett's life in Devon, weight loss and new romance

Mark Labbett, known as The Beast on ITV's The Chase, has become a popular figure among fans since he first appeared on the show in 2009. The TV star was born in Tiverton in 1965 and attended Bishop Wordsworth's School in Salisbury, Wiltshire.The now 58 year old boasts an impressive education, including a Master of Arts degree in mathematics from Exeter College, Oxford. After his studies, Mark moved to Caldicot, Monmouthshire, in 1998, where he worked as a maths and PE supply teacher at Caldicot School and his love for quizzes began while working at Butlins holiday camp.

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Mark Labbett storms off The Chase before telling fans his 'mental health is shot'

The Chase star Mark Labbett, aka The Beast, has broken his silence on storming off the set of the ITV game show. Last night’s episode (Wednesday 26 January) saw Mark, 56, beaten by four contestants as they scooped a staggering £21,000 - and Mark did not take the defeat well.

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Mark Labbett apologises for behaviour on The Chase as his 'mental health was shot'

Mark Labbett took to social media to apologise to 'disappointed' fans for his behaviour on The Chase after the quizzer stormed off the show.

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Anne Hegerty confirms Paul Sinha's future on show in health update 'We had to step up'

The Chase star Anne Hegerty, 62, was one of the five chasers to compete in the show which, returned for a second series earlier this year.The original plan was to have all six chasers on the show which included Anne, Paul, 50, Mark Labbett, 55, Jenny Ryan, 39, Shaun Wallace, 60, and newcomer Darragh Ennis, 40.Ahead of the show being aired, Paul told fans he couldn’t make filming due to being ill at the time.Speaking to Express.co.uk ahead of the return of Britain's Brightest Celebrity Family, Anne gave an update about her co-star’s health and confirmed his future on the show.She said: “He wasn’t very well, he is a lot better now and he is looking forward to getting back to work.“He was happy to get back to work as soon as possible, but the

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The Chase's Anne Hegerty admits concerns for co-star Paul Sinha's health

The Chase star Anne Hegerty has spoken of the concern she and her fellow quiz experts have for colleague Paul Sinha amid his ongoing health battle. Anne, better know to viewers as her alter ego The Governess, is back on screens this week for a new series of Beat the Chasers.

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The Chase’s ‘Beast’ Mark Labbett angers fans by urging them to refuse coronavirus lockdown before blocking them

THE Chase's Mark Labbett has blocked fans who questioned his intelligence after he called for people to refuse a second lockdown. Mark, 55, went on a blocking spree on Sunday afternoon after he caused an uproar by tweeting: "#SayNoToLockdown".

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Mark Labbett opens up on health issue behind weight loss ‘I didn’t eat for two weeks’

The Chase quizzer Mark Labbett, 54, said he believes he had coronavirus back in February after experiencing symptoms.The Beast star said he “didn’t eat” for two weeks after falling ill, which has contributed towards his ongoing weight loss journey.He revealed: “I got suspected Covid at the end of February, and got sent home from work, for the first time in 15 years.“ITV were brilliant and took no chances.”Mark went on to say he didn't get tested for the deadly disease, but experienced symptoms such as a high temperature and a loss of appetite.He went on to explain: “Because the testing capacity was so limited then, I never formally got a test but all I can say is that for two weeks I had complete loss of appetite, no sense of smell, a

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The Chase’s Mark Labbett credits five stone weight loss to secret suspected coronavirus battle

The Chase star Mark Labbett has opened up on his secret battle with the coronavirus, revealing it helped him lose five stone in weight. Mark, who is also known by his quiz nickname The Beast on the popular ITV quiz show, revealed he “didn’t eat for two weeks” after being sent home by ITV with suspected covid-19 symptoms in February this year.

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The Chase's Mark Labbett's five stone weight loss down to horror Covid battle

The Chase star Mark "The Beast" Labbett has revealed a recent battle with coronavirus was behind his almost five stone weight loss.The brainiac impressed fans with his weight loss transformation snap, but the truth behind it is seriously worrying.The 54-year-old explained he was suspected to have caught Covid-19 at the end of February and was sent home from working on The Chase, causing him to miss a handful of episodes.He said: "Because the testing capacity was so limited then, I never formally got a test but all I can say is that for two weeks I had complete loss of appetite, no sense of smell, a temperature, exhaustion and the worst fever of my life."The Chaser detailed "rapid attacks" which saw him shivering "uncontrollably" in the

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The Chase star Mark Labbett's five-stone weight loss after secret coronavirus battle

coronavirus. The 54-year-old game show genius revealed he was struck dow with the potentially deadly COVID-19 virus back in February and has been losing weight to improve his overall health since.

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The Chase star Mark Labbett's five stone weight loss down to secret coronavirus battle

The Chase star Mark “The Beast” Labbett says his recent five stone weight loss has been down to a secret battle with coronavirus.

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Anne Hegerty admits The Chase role in doubt for her and Mark Labbett: 'We're stuck'

The Chase star Anne Hegerty, 61 said she and Mark Labbett, 54, are “stuck” as staff in Australia can’t sort out a working visa for the pair due to the coronavirus pandemic.The former has been a chaser on Channel Seven’s version of the show since 2015, while Mark joined the team a year later.The quizmaster discussed the unfortunate situation with Lorraine Kelly on her self-titled show this morning.She said: "I was supposed to go in March and then it didn't happen. It was suggested that I go next month."The thing is, those in Australia can't get a work visa for me, they can't get work visas for me or Mark."So we're kind of a little bit stuck at the moment.

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Mark Labbett: 'It's on a life support machine' The Chase star lays into rival Eggheads

The Chase favourite Mark Labbett, 54, has claimed BBC gameshow Eggheads is in decline with a lack of episodes being filmed.The television personality spoke out about the programme while criticising fellow quizzers who are not willing to expand their knowledge.

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Mark Labbett deemed 'too dangerous' for Dancing on Ice due to size 'It's a shame'

A source exclusively told Express.co.uk that Dancing on Ice bosses said it would be “too dangerous” for The Chase star Mark Labbett, 54, to take part in the ITV show.They said: “Mark wanted to do Dancing On Ice but they said because of his size being six foot, seven, and being quite hefty, they felt it would be too dangerous for him to do it, which is a shame.“I certainly think they should look at him for Strictly [Come Dancing].”ITV declined to comment when approached by Express.co.uk.While Mark’s hopes of appearing on the show may have been ruined, he recently spoke out about potentially joining the I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! line-up.The Chase star joked he thinks cannibalism would be on the cards due to the lack of food in

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Mark Labbett: The Chase star addresses joining I’m A Celebrity ‘They better not annoy me!'

The Chase star Mark Labbett, 54, has revealed he would be up for joining the I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! line-up, but fears having a lack of food in camp, as he admitted he gets angry when he’s hungry.Viewers tend to see a different side to celebrities in the I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! jungle, with the camp mates away from their usual lifestyles and undergoing challenges to earn stars for meals. Mark has been rumoured to be joining the show in recent years, but is yet to sign up. Addressing what he would find hard on the show if he did join, he said: “The problem is when people ask me this, I say listen after three weeks in the jungle, cannibalism is on the cards.“My dad was a butcher in the meat trade, I know how to

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The Chase's new quizzer Darragh Ennis 'excited' as he speaks out after joining show

New The Chase star Darragh Ennis has spoken out about joining the ITV gameshow.

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Mark Labbett: The Chase star speaks out on sixth chaser joining show as identity revealed

The Chase favourite Mark Labbett, 54, has spoken out after it was confirmed that former contestant Darragh Ennis was set to become the sixth chaser on the programme. Darragh will be joining Mark and his fellow quizzers Jenny Ryan, Anne Hegerty, Paul Sinha and Shaun Wallace after impressing fans when he appeared on the ITV show in 2017.Mark addressed Darragh’s arrival while responding to a tweet from a viewer earlier this week.The Beast star got onto the subject when he spoke about some upcoming episodes.He wrote: “Two weeks today Beat the Chasers on ITV all week at 9pm.

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Mark Labbett: ‘You kidding me? The Chase star slams request during 'frustrating' lockdown

The Chase star Mark Labbett, 54, joined BBC Radio 1 hosts Scott Mills and Chris Stark on their breakfast show this morning to share his song playlist with listeners.

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Mark Labbett: 'You seem afraid' The Chase star addresses moment on Jeremy Clarkson's show

The Chase star Mark Labbett, 54, surprised fans when he was contacted as Charlotte Church’s phone a friend on the celebrity version of the show last weekend.

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Mark Labbett: The Chase star addresses future move on Tipping Point 'Definitely up for it'

Mark Labbett, 54, has agreed to a “rematch” on Tipping Point Lucky Stars after the game show’s host Ben Shephard, 45, declared it was one of his favourite moments from the series.The Chase favourite appeared on the programme alongside his co-stars Anne Hegerty and Paul Sinha to raise funds for charity in 2016.Presenter Ben was reminded of the legendary episode when Tipping Point’s official Twitter account posted a clip yesterday.It read: “We often get requests for The Chasers from @ITVChase to take on the Tipping Point machine...

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