Daniel Windham

Mark Labbett recalls learning not to try to match Bradley Walsh drink for drink after The Chase’s debut in 2009. He credits Walsh’s natural, generous hosting style as a major reason for the show’s success and says the cast has remained close, noting that Anne Hegerty is godmother to his son. Labbett also describes his theatrical audition, his background as a maths teacher and quiz-show competitor, and his contrast with Shaun Wallace’s strong work ethic.

Norwegian mother Kirsti Larsen was fined after authorities rejected her choice of the name Gesher for her son, arguing that it was too foreign, insufficiently recognisable as a boy’s name and too similar to an existing surname. After appeals failed, her unpaid fine was converted into a two-day prison sentence because she had no income. Larsen said the name, meaning “bridge” in Hebrew, had been prompted by a dream and maintained that paying the fine would amount to admitting wrongdoing. She served the sentence in 1998 and said she had no regrets.

Bradley Walsh and his son Barney dispel a recurring misconception that Bradley does not drive the motorhomes featured in their travel series, asserting he handles the vehicles himself despite viewer doubts. The pair highlight the impracticality of staging towing logistics and discuss their strong personal and professional bond, noting how their collaboration has evolved into mutual respect. The article also references their ongoing television projects, including the latest series of Breaking Dad and an upcoming episode of The Chase Around the World.