ITV The Chase star reveals TV shows they're banned from in surprise confession

It's hard to believe that it's been over two decades since Gladiators, the muscle-filled 90s TV show bursting with competitive challenges and skin-tight Lycra, first graced our screens. Now, the glittering primetime spectacle has us on the edge of our seats once again thanks to the BBC's epic reboot, with hosts Bradley and Barney Walsh presiding over the epic battles every Saturday night. And while new Gladiators taking on the contestants include Viper, Legend and Fury, many of the original Gladiator's off-screen lives are now very different, leading them down challenging paths involving drug problems and time behind bars.

Bradley Walsh, the host of The Chase, told off his co-star for being "condescending" on a recent episode of the hit ITV quiz show. On Friday (March 1), 63 year old Bradley welcomed four new players who were hoping to win some money.The contestants were then told they had to play against Shaun Wallace, also known as The Dark Destroyer, in order to compete for the prize pot. And when it came to the last player Annmaria's turn to face Shaun, she really well in her cash builder round and won £6,000.

The Chase returned on Tuesday night with four new hopefuls looking to bag some life-changing cash. Among them was Shaun, a 23-year-old communications intern from Glasgow.

Bradley Walsh didn’t share the same feelings as viewers about a recent contestant on The Chase.

The Chase is a favourite on our TV screens, and we've come to know The Chasers quite well. But we don't often see Anne Hegarty, Mark Labbett, Paul Sinha, Shaun Wallace, and host Bradley Walsh outside of their smart suits and away from the popular ITV series.They all lead quiet lives when they're not on the game show, and they have beautiful homes all over the country where they like to relax. Let's take a look inside the homes of The Chase's stars...

Despite earning a hefty salary, Anne Hegerty still lives in a Housing Association flat. The 65 year old TV star, also known as The Governess on the hit Bradley Walsh-hosted ITV show The Chase, revealed the surprising fact on the How To Be 60 with Kaye Adams and Karen MacKenzie podcast last year. She said: "I live in a Housing Association flat.

In a recent episode of ITV's The Chase, fans were struck by a sense of deja vu, as they felt they recognised one of the contestants welcomed to the studio by host Bradley Walsh.

The Chase fans were left stunned after 'recognising' one contestant on the ITV show. A fresh foursome were welcomed onto the hit show by host Bradley Walsh as they looked to take on one of the Chasers.The episode, which aired on 20 February, saw sustainability consultant Nigel, 62, translator Anna, 34, nurse Viji, 45, and machine operator Mel, 53, take on The Chase.The team were up against Paul Sinha, known as The Sinnerman. Nigel instantly impressed his teammates, answering five questions correctly during his cash-builder segment.

Stars of the revived BBC gameshow Gladiators painted the town red on Saturday evening, 17 February, as Dynamite turned 21. Their big Manchester night out was captured on Sabre's (real name Sheli McCoy) Instagram, showing her followers what the likes of Dynamite (Emily Steel), Diamond (Livi Sheldon), Fire (Montell Douglas) and Viper (Quang Luong) each looked like in the real world and out of their athletic lycra. "They know how to throw a party in Manchester! Happy birthday my little fav @emillysteel.

K.J. Yossman Stephen Fry has been described as a “quintessential Englishman” and, thanks to his Cambridge University degree and roles in films such as “Gosford Park” and “Wilde,” he’s got a resumé to prove it. But it turns out his latest role, as Polish Holocaust survivor Edek in the upcoming feature “Treasure,” is closer to home.

The Chase star Anne Hegerty has revealed the one thing that haunts her while filming the ITV quiz show. Having appeared on the quiz show since 2010, viewers at home will recognise Anne for being chaser ‘The Governess’ on The Chase, which is hosted by Bradley Walsh. As part of her role, 65 year old Anne goes head to head with contestants in a test of general knowledge in a bid to stop them from building up their prize fund and walking home with the jackpot.

Anne Hegerty, beloved as The Governess on ITV's hit quiz show The Chase, recently caught up with OK! for an exclusive interview, where she opened up about her long-standing commitment to the show and her hopes for its future. When asked about her plans for the future on The Chase, Anne responded with enthusiasm, saying: "As long as they'll have me." She added: "I don't have any plans to retire.This is the little workhorse that makes everything else possible, and I love doing it." Describing The Chase as "the best job I've ever had," Anne expressed her willingness to continue as long as the show wants her.

Bleecker Street has picked up U.S. rights to Mikael Håfström’s sci-fi thriller Slingshot, starring Casey Affleck, Laurence Fishburne and Emily Beecham. Additional cast includes Fauda star Tomer Capone and The Walking Dead’s David Morrissey. 

Love Island star Hannah Elizabeth Owens has shared her latest plans to undergo more surgery, amid a desire to get further enhancements on her bottom. The 33 year old model and former Playboy bunny who posed for Hugh Hefner, was the runner-up of the first Love Island series and recently decided to return for All Stars.d Now she's detailed her latest foray into cosmetic procedures.Taking to her Instagram stories, the star did a Q&A with her fans as she revealed that she'd had "soooo many questions" about her her next operation. "I will video the whole thing," the Liverpudlian star told her followers.

ITV's The Chase is a popular quiz show where contestants try and see if they can beat the Chaser and take home money.

The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh is a fan-favourite to become the new permanent This Morning host and take over Phillip Schofield's former position on the iconic ITV sofa. The result came following a survey from Betfair Slots, which saw the 63 year old Gladiators host win the "wild card" spot. Bradley was amongst other big-name stars predicted to take the permanent Monday to Thursday role, but won 25 per cent of the vote.

EXCLUSIVE: FilmNation Entertainment and Bleecker Street have set a June 14 U.S. theatrical release date for Julia von Heinz’s drama Treasure, which will world premiere as Special Gala presentation at the Berlin Film Festival on February 17.

Judy Parfitt, the actress known for her portrayal of Sister Monica Joan in Call the Midwife, has had a remarkable career spanning decades across stage, silver screen, and TV. Judy's talent has earned her recognition and acclaim in various productions, establishing her as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. Her journey in acting began after graduating from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 1953.

Bradley Walsh has become a staple on our TV screens over the years, having fronted numerous hit TV shows including The Chase, Blankety Blank and Gladiators. The 63 year old star boasts an incredible career in showbiz, just like his wife Donna Derby, who is a star in her own right. Donna is a choreographer and former professional dancer, who once starred in a music video for Robert Palmer's hit Simply Irresistible.

Love Island's Billy Brown has revealed a secret way that Islanders can chat with each other. The Casa Amor star from 2022, who returned to his normal job after the show, shared that Islanders can send messages to each other on their villa mobiles without being noticed. Billy, who is 23, saids: "So, with your phone, basically no one messages anyone in there, ever, it just didn't happen.