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Daily Mail
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Chase brought to screeching halt by Bradley Walsh as Chaser makes VERY surprising confession live on-air
A recent episode of The Chase was brought to a screeching halt by presenter Bradley Walsh as one of the Chasers made a very surprising confession live on-air. Thursday's instalment of the ITV quiz show saw the host welcome contestants Mark, Izzie, James and Annie to take on the trivia questions in pursuit of a cash prize. They went head to head with Chaser Jenny Ryan, also known as the Vixen. Mature student Mark, of Solihull, got off to a solid start by raising £7,000 in his individual cash builder round - before making it through the final. Next up was Izzie, who raised a similarly impressive £5,000 - and it was during her round Chaser Jenny made her baffling admission, the Express reports. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Playing for the middle cash offer, Bradley asked the two women: 'What is the subject of the 2020 Netflix documentary series High Score?' Both women confidently answered correctly, 'Video games', about the six-part programme featuring interviews with creators of early computer games. After saying, 'She's going to get this of course, video gamer herself', Bradley asked Jenny: 'What's the highest score you've ever got on a video game?' She said she was unsure exactly but agreed with the host she has reached some pretty large numbers over the years: 'You can get ridiculously high scores on the kind of games I play, like Lego Avengers.' The Vixen, chuckling, was about to explain more about one of her scores on the video game, featuring Lego figurine versions of the Marvel superheroes - before Bradley interjected. 'Hold the line', he said, 'Did you just say Lego adventures?' Jenny corrected him, clarifying what the nature of the game really was - which the presenter was seemingly unwilling to let slide. He teased, to laughter from the quizzing legend: 'What about other ones that adults play? What about things like Minecraft and Fortnite and that sort of stuff?' She was bemused Bradley thought those were adult games, saying: 'That adults play?' Jenny then added: 'All games are adult and potentially child-friendly games.' Izzie's round soon continued as normal - but it was not long before she was sadly caught out by Jenny and eliminated from the competition. Secondary school teacher James then raised £4,000 in his cash builder - before opting to aim for the highest offer of £40,000 when going up against the Chaser. But he was too, sadly, caught out, before final contestant Annie stepped up to the plate, hoping to earn some cash for a new engagement ring after she lost the one her partner bought her more than 45 years ago. After raising an amazing £8,000 in the cash builder, she made it through to the final, where she joined fellow player Mark. Their joint efforts saw them competing to win £15,000 in the final - and they got extremely close to victory. The Vixen did not start out well during the final chase, having answered only three questions correctly in 55 seconds. But she managed to beat the contestants with only three seconds left on the clock. After the game finished, Jenny said: 'I have astonished myself that I managed to catch you. As you saw, I struggled to build a rhythm.' It comes after The Chase fans took to social media to share their fury over allegedly 'fixed' questions while watching Wednesday's episode of the ITV show. Michael, Francine, Amy and Jamie took to screens to take on Mark Labbett aka The Beast in a bid to win a cash prize. Mark joined The Chase in 2009 - but before starring in the programme, he had a very different job as a supply PE and mathematics teacher in Wales. In the latest general knowledge contest, viewers claimed the questions being asked were very much geared towards his expertise, leaving contestants with a difficult battle. Host Bradley Walsh first asked: 'The International Medal for Outstanding Discoveries in Mathematics is more commonly known as what?' To which Francine said: 'He knows this doesn't he?' 'Of course he does, he's a mathematician,' Bradley replied. Moments later, he asked a sports related question which said: 'Which Middle Eastern country played in 2021 Rugby League World Cup?' And again, Mark knew the answer straight away as Francine confessed: 'Not a clue.' Unfortunately, she answered incorrectly and was booted out of the competition, while Mark got the correct answer - Lebanon. Many rushed to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their frustration over what questions that she had to answer.
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Grimacing Bradley Walsh roars 'what's the matter with you?!' as The Chase player 'injures' him minutes into show
A grimacing Bradley Walsh roared 'what's the matter with you?!' when a player on The Chase 'injured' him mid-show. Wednesday's instalment of the ITV show saw Niall, Philip, Amy and Alexia take on Jenny Ryan, known as The Vixen, in an attempt to win some cash. Niall, from Falkirk, was up first and bagged a respectable £6,000 for the team, but when Bradley went to congratulate him, things took a turn. The host held out his hand to shake and said, 'Well played Niall'. However, when the player shook Bradley's hand, the TV star exclaimed: 'Oh you've got a strong handshake, that's unnecessary that!' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Bradley tentatively cupped his hand as the audience laughed and Niall replied: 'Sorry Bradley.' 'What's the matter with you?!' the host roared back. The other players laughed as Bradley went on, 'I've got to shake everybody's hand and you've hurt me now, it's unnecessary.' Niall continued to apologise as he returned to his seat. Bradley smiled at the camera and joked, 'Like a pincer movement! Thought he was going to throw me there.' By the end of the episode, all four players made it back to the table and built up an impressive prize pot of £22,000. However, when they took on Chaser Jenny one last time in the final round, they fell short and were beat. It comes after fans of The Chase raged 'enough is enough' and blasted an 'incredibly annoying' problem with the show. Tuesday's instalment of the ITV quiz programme, hosted by Bradley Walsh , saw four players, Andy, Jan, Billy and Hannah take on Chaser Darragh Ennis, known as The Menace. In the end, the entire team made it to the final chase against Darragh with a prize pot of £8,000. They managed to beat the Chaser with just one point remaining between them. But viewers were left frustrated with something completely unrelated to the game play. Gala Bingo adverts played in the intervals due to the company sponsoring The Chase. Some fans expressed on X, formerly Twitter, how they were 'sick' of seeing the ad and posted: 'Absolutely sick to death of those #Galabingo ads before, after and during #thechase. Enough is enough please.' The Chase airs weekdays on ITV1 from 5pm and is available to stream on ITVX.
Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Chase star Jenny Ryan lands herself a new job - and it's worlds away from her role on the quiz show
The Chase star Jenny Ryan has revealed that she's landed herself a new role away from the ITV quiz show. TV star Jenny, 43, is arguably best known for being one of the Chasers on the popular programme. Jenny joined The Chase as The Vixen as part of the ninth series in 2015, and since then she's become a huge fan favourite. Many will be happy to know that they will be able to watch her on stage as part of a Christmas production later on in the year. Jenny has taken on the character of the wicked fairy Carabosse in Sleeping Beauty, which will be performed at Wyvern Theatre & Swindon Arts Centre, Swindon. Speaking about her new role, Jenny said: 'I am thrilled to be coming to Swindon this Christmas to appear in Sleeping Beauty. 'I have heard how wonderful Wyvern Theatre audiences are so I can't wait to get started. 'I know that we are going to have a lot of panto fun and I look forward to hearing everyone booing loudly!' The theatre's official Instagram page also shared the news with their followers, writing: 'CAST ANNOUNCEMENT 'We're thrilled to announce that The Chase's @jenny_from_the_quiz will star as the wicked fairy Carabosse in our spellbinding family pantomime, Sleeping Beauty alongside Swindon panto royalty David Ashley and comedy actor @bengoffe, back by popular demand! Bring on the fun and laughter!!' Many rushed to share their support and excitement over the news. They said: 'Awwww fabulous'; 'ave it!'; 'Have a great time.' Jenny will be joined by David Ashley and Ben Goffe. The show will be available to watch between December 6 2025 and 4 January 2026. Jenny is no stranger to performing. Over the years she's appeared in various other programmes including University Challenge, Mastermind, Are You an Egghead and Only Connect. She's also taken part in Celebrity MasterChef, Supermarket Sweep, Catchphrase Celebrity Special and Who I Lie to You?
Daily Record
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
The Chase star Jenny Ryan lands new job away from show and will 'thrive' in role
The Chase star Jenny Ryan, who is best known as The Vixen, has announced that she will be taking on a new role away from the hit ITV gameshow in a family pantomime. The Chase star Jenny Ryan has bagged herself a glittering new gig away from the game show's set. Having been part of the ITV quiz favourite, where she's known as The Vixen since 2015, after a recommendation from Anne Hegerty. But she's soon to tread the boards in an exciting panto role. Taking on the mantle of the nefarious Wicked Fairy Carabosse at The Wyvern Theatre, in Swindon, she'll feature in Sleeping Beauty, joining forces with David Ashley and Ben Goffe, fresh from his Best Comic nomination at the UK Pantomime Association Awards, reports Edinburgh Live. The official synopsis for the production, explains: "When the Wicked Fairy Carabosse's evil curse causes the Princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted sleep, can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late?" The festive fun kicks off December 6, 2025, and runs through to January 4, 2026, with tickets already up for grabs. On Wednesday (May 14), The Wyvern Theatre took to Instagram to share the news, featuring a poster decked out with the star-studded cast and teasing fans, saying: "We're thrilled to announce that The Chase's @jenny_from_the_quiz will star as the wicked fairy Carabosse in our spellbinding family pantomime, Sleeping Beauty alongside Swindon panto royalty David Ashley and comedy actor @bengoffe, back by popular demand! Bring on the fun and laughter! !". Following the reveal, Jenny couldn't contain her delight, releasing a statement saying: "I'm thrilled to be coming to Swindon this Christmas to appear in Sleeping Beauty. I have heard how wonderful Wyvern Theatre audiences are so I can't wait to get started. "I know that we are going to have a lot of panto fun and I look forward to hearing everyone booing loudly!" Her role in Sleeping Beauty is not Jenny's first foray into pantomime – she's graced the stage before in previous productions such as Beauty and the Beast, in Crewe, plus turns in Snow White and The Wizard of Oz. In addition to her spot on The Chase, Jenny has made her voice heard on BBC Radio 5 Live's Fighting Talk and has been featured across various beloved reality shows like Celebrity MasterChef, Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, Blankety Blank, Celebrity Catchphrase, and Beat the Chasers. She also had her own show at the Edinburgh Fringe last year. While speaking to GMB's Ed Balls, Ranvir Singh, and entertainment reporter Scarlette Douglas last year, Jenny shared: "We took the show to Edinburgh Fringe last year really on sort of a whim. It's a big risk to take something like this, as presenters know, after a stern role and you try something new. "It's a bit of a challenge for people to change their expectations and perceptions of you." Ed chimed in to quip: "Tell me about it!" after going from an MP to a daytime show host, as Jenny continued: "Putting myself out there to show a softer side of me putting everything out there, my background, everything... was a bit of a risk. We sold out [at the Fringe] and we got such excellent feedback."
Daily Mirror
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
ITV The Chase's Jenny Ryan lands job away from quiz show as new role confirmed
The Chase star Jenny Ryan, also known as The Vixen, has landed a new job away from the popular ITV quiz show and will be stepping onto the stage in a new role The Chase's very own Jenny Ryan, known as The Vixen, has bagged herself a thrilling new gig away from the popular ITV quiz show. Having joined the ranks of quizzing legends on The Chase in 2015, thanks to a recommendation from fellow Chaser Anne Hegerty, Jenny is now set to dazzle audiences in a different spotlight. She's gearing up to take on the role of the nefarious Wicked Fairy Carabosse in the pantomime production of Sleeping Beauty at The Wyvern Theatre, Swindon. Joining her on stage will be David Ashley and the recently nominated Best Comic at the UK Pantomime Association Awards, Ben Goffe. The panto's plot teases an enchanting tale: "When the Wicked Fairy Carabosse's evil curse causes the Princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted sleep, can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late?" Sleeping Beauty is set to captivate audiences from December 6, 2025, through to January 4, 2026, with tickets already up for grabs, reports Edinburgh Live. The Wyvern Theatre shared the exciting casting news on Instagram this Wednesday (May 14), posting a vibrant poster featuring the lead performers. The theatre's post was brimming with excitement: "We're thrilled to announce that The Chase's @jenny_from_the_quiz will star as the wicked fairy Carabosse in our spellbinding family pantomime, Sleeping Beauty alongside Swindon panto royalty David Ashley and comedy actor @bengoffe, back by popular demand! Bring on the fun and laughter! !". Jenny couldn't contain her excitement about the upcoming panto season, exclaiming: "I am thrilled to be coming to Swindon this Christmas to appear in Sleeping Beauty. I have heard how wonderful Wyvern Theatre audiences are so I can't wait to get started." She added:"I know that we are going to have a lot of panto fun and I look forward to hearing everyone booing loudly!" This isn't Jenny's first foray into pantomime; she's previously graced the stage in Crewe's festive rendition of Beauty and the Beast, not to mention Snow White and The Wizard of Oz. Beyond her quizzing prowess on The Chase, Jenny is also known for her regular contributions to BBC Radio 5 Live's Fighting Talk. Her television appearances extend to a slew of reality TV favourites, including stints on Celebrity MasterChef, Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, Blankety Blank, Celebrity Catchphrase and Beat the Chasers.
