Former star of Strictly Come Dancing and Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach recently starred in a celebrity special of The Chase, which aired on ITV. Following the broadcast, she expressed mixed feelings about the episode.
Ellie’s Reaction to The Chase Episode
Ellie took to her Instagram Story to share her thoughts after the episode’s airing. She posted a clip from the show, originally shared by the official account, and added a personal touch with a laughing emoji. “Two years ago we filmed The Chase, and I was hoping it would never be shown, but little did I know it was on last night!” She mentioned her humorous interaction with host Bradley Walsh, revealing her surprise at the episode being aired.
Memorable Moments on The Chase
- Ellie participated with teammates Karim Zeroual, Christopher Biggins, and Des Clarke.
- During her face-off, Ellie answered the question about social media slang, specifically regarding “sliding into DMs.”
- Bradley Walsh, the host, appeared confused during their exchange, prompting laughter from the audience.
Ellie’s entertaining banter included a playful comment: “Like sliding into someone’s DMs. Like … I would slide into your DMs like ‘hey Brad, how are you doing?’” Her light-hearted approach resonated with viewers, adding to the episode’s charm.
Performance and Outcome
In the cash builder round, Ellie demonstrated her trivia skills by answering four questions correctly, banking £4,000. However, she opted for a safer head-to-head offer of £1,000, considering her current mood. “I would like to go for the four [thousand] but I think the way that I’m feeling now, I might go for the one [thousand],” she stated.
The celebrity team advanced to the final round. Though they were caught by chaser Mark Labbett, also known as the Beast, it was confirmed that each member would still receive £1,000 for their chosen charity.
Conclusion
Ellie Leach’s appearance on The Chase highlighted her charm and humor, while also supporting a charitable cause. The episode proved to be memorable for fans and participants alike, showcasing the lighter side of competition.
