The Chase's formidable quizzer Mark Labbett has left fans stunned after revealing the dramatic extent of his weight loss journey, admitting he sometimes doesn't recognise himself in the mirror.
The ITV star, famously known as 'The Beast' on the hit gameshow, has shed an incredible six stone through a combination of lifestyle changes and managing his type 2 diabetes.
Labbett shared his astonishment at his own transformation during a recent public appearance, where spectators noted his significantly slimmer figure. The 58-year-old chaser confessed that his rapid weight loss has been so substantial that it's changed how he perceives himself.
'A Completely Different Person'
'I've lost about six stone now, and to be honest, sometimes I look in the mirror and I don't recognise myself,' Labbett revealed. 'It's been a gradual process, but the cumulative effect is that I feel like a completely different person.'
The brainy TV personality attributed his transformation to several key factors:
- Better management of his type 2 diabetes diagnosis
- Conscious dietary changes and portion control
- Increased physical activity
- The natural energy expenditure from chasing contestants on the show
Fan Reactions and Health Journey
Fans of The Chase have flooded social media with comments praising Labbett's healthier appearance. Many regular viewers had noticed the gradual change over recent series but were amazed to learn the full extent of his weight loss.
The transformation hasn't just been physical - Labbett says he feels healthier and more energetic both on and off screen. His weight loss journey began in earnest after his type 2 diabetes diagnosis, which served as a wake-up call to take his health more seriously.
While he remains the same formidable quizzer that contestants fear facing, Labbett's new-found health has brought positive changes to his life beyond the television studio. The star continues to maintain his healthy habits while still enjoying his role as one of Britain's most recognised quiz champions.
