The Chase fans pay tribute to contestant who died in ‘horrible’ circumstances

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Fans of The Chase have paid heartfelt tributes to contestant Pete Green, who tragically passed away in ā€œhorrible circumstancesā€ before his episode aired. Peteā€™s appearance on the popular ITV quiz show, originally filmed in 2021, was repeated in October last year, sparking an outpouring of love and remembrance online.

Pete competed against Paul Sinha, also known as The Sinnerman, and made a strong impression with his warm personality and engaging spirit. After learning of his passing, fans took to social media to express their condolences.

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One viewer wrote: ā€œCanā€™t watch this without feeling a bit sad.ā€ Another added: ā€œBeloved Pete, God bless him. Rest in eternal peace.ā€ A third simply called him ā€œPete the legend.ā€

A tribute from Paul Sinha

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Paul Sinha himself paid tribute to Pete

Paul Sinha himself paid tribute to Pete after hearing the tragic news of his passing. Writing on X, formerly known as Twitter, Paul said: ā€œSaddened to hear that Pete from todayā€™s Chase has since passed away in horrible circumstances. A true gentleman, a warm, engaging, and thoroughly entertaining opponent.ā€

Peteā€™s death was reportedly the result of a house fire, a tragedy that left his community in shock. Local council colleagues described his death as something that ā€œcast a shadowā€ over the area.

Peteā€™s family remembers

Pete was a contestant on The ChaseĀ© ITV
Pete was a contestant on The Chase

Peteā€™s son, Ben, also spoke out about his fatherā€™s excitement leading up to the show. Ben said: ā€œDad was so excited about the episode. He talked about it daily up to the filming and then every week after.ā€

He continued: ā€œHe had an amazing time and described the crew as the most wonderful warm people, and yourself & Bradley as amazing characters he would have liked to have had a beer with! TY.ā€

Benā€™s touching words highlighted the joy and pride Pete felt in being part of the show, leaving fans even more moved by his story.

The Chaseā€™s festive fun

Shaun turned up dressed as AnneĀ© ITV
Shaun turned up dressed as Anne

While Peteā€™s story brought a sombre note, The Chase recently had a lighthearted moment during its Christmas special. Host Bradley Walsh was left stunned when an Anne Hegerty impersonator unexpectedly crashed onto the set.

The impersonator turned out to be fellow Chaser Shaun Wallace, also known as The Dark Destroyer. Shaun dressed up in Anneā€™s signature grey suit, complete with a cropped wig, bold red lipstick, and glittery festive eyeshadow.

Bradley couldnā€™t contain his laughter and asked: ā€œWho have you come as?ā€ Shaun responded, holding a copy of The Chase board game: ā€œIā€™m Anne Hegerty, from The Chase board game.ā€

The hilarious impersonation brought some much-needed festive cheer to the studio and had viewers in stitches.

Remembering Pete

Bradley Walsh on The Chase on ITVĀ© ITV
Bradley Walsh on The Chase on ITV

Pete Greenā€™s appearance on The Chase may have been brief, but his impact was lasting. Fans, family, and even Chaser Paul Sinha remember him fondly for his warm spirit and engaging personality.

His story serves as a reminder of the connections and memories created on the show, even in the face of heartbreaking loss.

The Chase airs weekdays on ITV. Fans can catch up on episodes via ITVX.

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