A former contestant on the iconic game show Deal or No Deal has revealed how he left host Noel Edmonds blushing with a cheeky comment during a festive episode 16 years ago. Harry Clayton-Wright, now 36, appeared on the show at age 20 and shared his story on social media, prompting a wave of nostalgic reactions.
Flirting with Noel Edmonds
Harry, dressed as an elf for the Christmas-themed episode, recalled his bold interaction with the then-61-year-old presenter. In a clip he posted online, Harry can be seen telling Noel: “Well, I might as well live up to my reputation, and produce a penny and give you a kiss. Mwah.” As he spoke, he raised an eyebrow suggestively, causing fellow contestants to chuckle and smirk.
Noel, visibly taken aback, looked around the audience with a blush and a smile, responding: “You're quite warming to this television malarkey, aren't you?” Harry then cheekily added, “I like kisses,” to which Noel replied “Oooh” and then “No chance” after Harry called his name.
The Box Reveal
The flirtatious exchange continued as Harry opened his box, revealing a blue £100. The audience applauded, and Noel pursed his lips in a jokey manner. Harry later admitted to feeling a “slight look of disappointment” that he didn't get to produce the penny for a kiss. The pair shook hands at the end of the clip, with Harry beaming from ear to ear.
Public Reaction
Social media users reacted with humor and nostalgia. One commenter wrote: “Haha, this is brilliant! My dad is in the 1p club!” Another joked they could “feel the tension” from afar, to which Harry replied he could “still feel it” 16 years later. A third praised the moment as “brilliant” television and wanted to see more banter with Noel. However, not everyone was a fan; one person described the show as “torture” due to the “fake, forced banter and endless small talk.”
Deal or No Deal, originally hosted by Noel Edmonds from 2005 to 2016, has since been revived with Stephen Mulhern at the helm. Harry’s story serves as a reminder of the show’s unique ability to blend suspense with personality-driven moments.
