BRADLEY WALSH LEFT SPEECHLESS ON THE CELEBRITY CHASE AFTER MOCKING EASTENDERS STAR’S ANSWER — ONLY TO DISCOVER HE WAS COMPLETELY WRONG
Bradley Walsh is famous for bursting into laughter on The Chase, but one unforgettable moment from a 2020 celebrity special saw the tables turned on the ITV presenter. When EastEnders actor Perry Fenwick gave an answer that Bradley found almost impossible to believe, the host couldn’t stop laughing. But seconds later, the correct answer was revealed — and Bradley was left stunned as he realised the joke was on him.
The hilarious exchange took place during an episode of The Celebrity Chase originally broadcast on 5 September 2020, when four well-known faces joined forces to raise money for charity.
Perry Fenwick, Jenny Eclair, Ore Oduba and Richard Madeley appeared on the programme, hoping to outsmart one of the show’s formidable Chasers and secure a substantial prize fund.
However, it was Perry’s encounter with Anne Hegerty that produced the moment viewers would remember.
Perry Fenwick Faces Anne Hegerty
Perry Fenwick, best known for playing Billy Mitchell in the BBC soap EastEnders, stepped up to take on Anne Hegerty, famously nicknamed The Governess.
As usual, the contestant had to answer a series of multiple-choice questions while attempting to stay ahead of the Chaser.
But one particularly unusual question immediately caught Bradley Walsh’s attention.
Perry was asked what a blackspot tuskfish had become the first fish to be photographed doing in 2006.
The three possible answers were using tools, swimming backwards or riding a bicycle.
Although the question sounded bizarre, Perry appeared confident enough to make his selection.
He chose the first option — using tools.
And Bradley could hardly believe what he was hearing.
Bradley Walsh Bursts Into Laughter
The presenter was convinced that Perry had made a ridiculous mistake.
The idea of a fish using tools seemed so unlikely to Bradley that he began laughing uncontrollably.
Perry then demonstrated how a fish might use a tool, making the exchange even more entertaining.
Bradley’s reaction turned the quiz question into a comedy moment, with the host struggling to contain his amusement.
The pair continued joking about the answer as Bradley remained certain that Perry had chosen incorrectly.
But the laughter was about to turn into genuine disbelief.
The Correct Answer Leaves Bradley Stunned
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When the answer was finally revealed, Perry’s seemingly improbable guess turned out to be correct.
The blackspot tuskfish had indeed been photographed using tools.
Bradley, who had spent the previous moments laughing at the suggestion, suddenly found himself on the receiving end of the joke.
His reaction was immediate.
The presenter appeared completely astonished before walking over towards the other celebrity contestants.
He then turned back towards Perry, staring at him with his mouth open in disbelief.
The unexpected reversal made the moment even funnier, particularly because Bradley had been so certain that the answer was wrong.
Perry’s confidence had paid off, while the usually quick-witted host was left momentarily speechless.
Viewers React to the Hilarious Moment
The exchange also caught the attention of viewers watching at home.
Fans took to Twitter, now known as X, to react to the surprising answer and Bradley’s dramatic response.
The moment captured the unpredictable humour that has helped make The Chase one of ITV’s most recognisable quiz programmes.
Although the show revolves around general knowledge and competition, Bradley’s spontaneous reactions often become just as memorable as the questions themselves.
His laughter, surprise and willingness to engage in playful exchanges with contestants have become a defining feature of the programme.
And on this occasion, Perry Fenwick managed to catch the presenter completely off guard.
A Celebrity Chase Moment Worth Remembering
The Chase first arrived on British television in 2009 and has since become a familiar part of ITV’s daytime schedule.
In the celebrity editions, famous contestants compete to win money for their chosen charities.
Each player must first attempt to defeat a Chaser individually before any successful contestants join forces in the Final Chase.
But beyond the competition, the celebrity specials frequently produce unexpected and entertaining exchanges between Bradley and his guests.
Perry Fenwick’s unusual fish question remains a perfect example.
What began as an answer Bradley considered laughable ended with the presenter discovering that the EastEnders actor had been right all along.
And it was Bradley’s priceless reaction — rather than the question itself — that made the moment so entertaining.
The episode originally aired on 5 September 2020, making this a memorable throwback rather than a new incident on the ITV programme.