The Chase fans pay tribute to contestant after tragic death in ‘horrible’ circumstances’ before his episode aired
FANS of The Chase expressed their condolences as they remember the tragic death of a contestant, which occurred before the episode featuring them aired.
Pete Green, 72, who was hailed a “legend” for his performance on the popular TV game show tragically passed away in “horrible circumstances” before his episode aired three years ago.
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The Eastern Daily Press reported the pensioner died in a blaze at his house on June 27.
His neighbours hailed him a “much loved character” in Wymondham, Norfolk.
The dad-of-four from Wymondham, Norfolk, appeared on the show in 2021, but passed away before it aired.
During his episode, Pete and his fellow contestant were caught with just one second to spare.
His son Ben spoke out, saying: “Dad was so excited about the episode. He talked about it daily up to the filming and then every week after.”
His family paid tribute in a statement, which read: “You touched so many lives and leave us all with the fondest memories, which will carry us through the tough times ahead.
“A much-loved character across Wymondham, re-enactment and steampunk communities to name but a few.
“Father of four, grandfather to eight, and companion to Kiki the Jack Russell. You will be sorely missed.”
Taking to X (formerly Twitter) at the time, quiz master Paul Sinha added: “Saddened to hear that Pete from today’s Chase has since passed away in horrible circumstances.
“A true gentleman, a warm, engaging and thoroughly entertaining opponent.”
Kevin Hurn, the mayor of Wymondham, said: “He was an absolutely sterling character who will be a great, great loss to the town. He was a terrific orator, but also a great listener and was a regular face around the town.
“The town is in shock – there was an event at the rugby club on Sunday, and as news came through it really cast a shadow over the town.
“He was very, very knowledgeable about market trading and was a member of the National Federation of Market Traders and was very willing and able to help others.”
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