September 30th 2024.
Paul Sinha, the beloved quiz mastermind from ITV's The Chase, recently gave an update on his health and his future plans for the show. At 54 years old, Paul was diagnosed with Parkinson's, a degenerative brain condition, back in 2019 after experiencing symptoms. He has since been open about his experiences with the disease and even shared that he suffered two heart attacks last year.
Despite his diagnosis, Paul has continued to be a fixture on The Chase since 2011. However, he recently revealed that he has a rough estimate of when he will eventually have to step down from the show. He shared that he will only leave The Chase when his health starts to affect his performance, and he has promised to alert producers as soon as it becomes necessary.
"I know that one day that point will come, and I don't want to be a burden on the show," Paul said. "If it ever starts to affect my performance on The Chase, I'd point it out to the producers."
But for now, there are no immediate plans for Paul to step aside. In fact, he reassured viewers that he is still able to give his best while competing against Chase contestants. "As long as I'm as good as I've always been, I'm happy to be on the show. I'm not worried about it at the moment," he said. "I'm just enjoying life and enjoying work."
In a recent interview with the Daily Star, Paul also shared that he receives a lot of messages and support from others who are in a similar position. He remains grateful for the present and chooses to focus on living in the moment. "I only want to live in the present and enjoy the present," he said.
During an appearance on Loose Women earlier this year, Paul further emphasized his determination to live in the present and not worry about the future. "I refuse to live in the future. Because I don't know what my future is," he said. "I don't have the time scale and I don't know when I'm going to start deteriorating."
Despite the challenges he faces, Paul remains dedicated to his job as a quizmaster on The Chase. He may no longer be able to drive or dance, but his ability to host the show hasn't been affected yet. In fact, he sees the show as a way to measure his brain's capacity. "Whenever I buzz in and get anything right, it's a point of massive pride to me," he shared.
Paul also takes pride in the fact that he has shown that it is possible to continue working while living with Parkinson's. "I feel that I've shown in the past three or four years that you can do it while having Parkinson's," he said. "There's no limit to what you feel you're able to do."
Fans of The Chase can continue to enjoy Paul's wit and humor on the show, as he has vowed to stay on until he becomes a "burden." The Chase airs weekdays at 5pm on ITV. And if you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to the entertainment team at The Agency. They can be reached via email, phone, or through their Submit Stuff page. They would love to hear from you.
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