The Chase legend Mark ‘the Beast’ Labbett has called it quits with girlfriend Hayley Palmer after a year-long relationship. The couple, who were first spotted together in May last year, seemed to be going strong until recently. However, Hayley took to Instagram to share the sad news with her followers, expressing her regret over their separation. Despite the breakup, she wished Mark the best for the future and ended her statement with a reference to Taylor Swift’s iconic breakup songs.
Just last week, the couple celebrated their one-year anniversary, posting adorable photos of their time together on the beach where they first decided to give their relationship a chance. The pair also appeared on Loose Women earlier this month, discussing their happy, albeit long-distance, relationship. Hayley mentioned how excited they get when they see each other and praised Mark as a genuinely nice and sweet person, giving hope to other women looking for a good partner.
Hayley, who admitted to not watching The Chase, revealed that she was initially attracted to Mark when she saw him on Beat the Chasers. Despite their age gap, Mark, who is 58, emphasized that it’s the connection between two people that truly matters. In 2020, he went through a divorce with his ex-wife Katie, who was 27 years younger than him. Mark attributed their separation to the age difference and the challenges brought about by the lockdown.
Mark Labbett is set to celebrate his 15th anniversary on The Chase at the end of June. Fans can look forward to a special 15th-anniversary episode of the popular ITV quiz show this summer. If you have any celebrity stories, videos, or pictures, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
