Unbelievable: Bradley Walsh’s real-life persona is shocking, as a The Chase contestant reveals the former host’s strange habits
“Behind the Scenes” of The Chase: What is Bradley Walsh Really Like When the Cameras Stop Rolling?
The hit game show The Chase (ITV) has long captivated audiences not only with its intense intellectual battles but also with the charming presence of veteran presenter Bradley Walsh. Recently, a former contestant named Savannah shared fascinating details about the casting process and her personal experience working directly with the famous MC.
Casting on the Sidewalk and the Pressure of the Prize
Savannah’s journey to The Chase began in 2021, though it took two years for the producers to reach out. In an unexpected turn of events, a casting assistant called her while she was on her way to work. Instead of rescheduling for a more convenient time, Savannah had to complete a general knowledge quiz right there on the spot, while standing on the pavement next to a busy road.
Reflecting on the pressure of participating, Savannah explained that because she urgently needed money to cover a large vet bill, she chose to play it safe rather than gamble for higher prize amounts. “One of the biggest things that seems to make a difference in whether you win the final chase or not is how many people you have in your team. So it’s really important for even weaker players to get back. It’s really important to get everyone back, which is why you see me going to everyone ‘go low'”.
Bradley Walsh Through the Eyes of a Contestant
Beyond the game tactics, many fans are curious about the interaction with presenter Bradley Walsh. Contrary to his glitzy stage persona, Savannah described him as incredibly professional and friendly.
“He’s been really lovely on all occasions. He is really professional and remember he works really long days, when he does things like The Chase, and it’s his job, but he is really professional. He is really good at reading from the autocue and things like that, he gets the work done, but he is really, really friendly”. Savannah also added: “He gave me advice on where to go in Seville and where to go after the episode finished filming. He’s a great guy”.
Secrets Behind the “Downward Glances”
The former contestant also shed light on a common habit among players on the show: the tendency to look downward.
Savannah explained: “If you notice when we prepare to start the head-to-head, and I think he (Bradley) says something like ‘the chase is on’ or something, if you see people looking down instead of looking up. What we are looking down at is basically there is a flap that automatically comes open with the buttons that you can press to answer the question A, B or C. It’s an automatic flap, and then it automatically closes at the end of the head-to-head”. She emphasized: “That’s why so many people will be looking down as the head-to-head begins because we are looking at that to see where the buttons are because you don’t want to accidentally press the wrong one”.
