Anne Hegerty

Anne Hegerty is a British television personality and professional quizzer, best known for her role as "The Governess" on the ITV game show The Chase. Born on July 14, 1958, in Westminster, London, Hegerty began her career in journalism during the 1980s, working as a reporter and feature writer at the South Wales Argus in Newport before moving to Manchester. She later transitioned into freelance editing and ghostwriting, including writing two books under the name of American children's author Richard Scarry, though she humorously described them as "a bit rubbish and nobody bought them" .

Hegerty's sharp intellect and no-nonsense persona made her a standout on The Chase, where she has been a regular "Chaser" since 2010. She has also appeared on other quiz shows such as Mastermind, Fifteen to One, and Brain of Britain. In 2018, she participated in the reality show I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, finishing in seventh place . Beyond her television appearances, Hegerty is known for her advocacy of autism awareness, having been diagnosed with autism at the age of 45 .

One of Hegerty's notable quotes is: "I don't know where I'd be without 'The Chase'... it changed my life" . Another reflects her candid approach to relationships: "Never say never, I find I get claustrophobic in a relationship" . These statements offer insight into her personal experiences and the impact of her career on her life.