The Chase star Mark "The Beast" Labbett recently split from his year-long girlfriend Hayley Palmer.
The 58-year-old quizzing expert reportedly ended the relationship with Palmer, 42, just weeks after the pair celebrated their first anniversary.
Brainbox Labbett's reasons for the split have now been alleged, with a source giving an insight into why the couple has called it quits.
"Mark had a lovely time with Hayley and has a lot of respect for her but they wanted different things," they said.
Speaking to The Sun, the source continued: "She loves getting dressed up and going out to parties and showbiz events, whereas he prefers to stay at home.
"Mark felt there was too much of an age gap between them for long-term success. They are still friendly.
A source revealed Mark and Hayley wanted 'different things'
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"Away from his job on telly and filming, Mark enjoys a quiet life and spending time with his son. He is still hopeful he can meet someone to settle down with one day."
Labbett said of his first anniversary with Palmer a few weeks ago: "We found a bench in a peaceful spot by the beach and spent hours talking and getting to know each other.
"We’ve decided to go back there — to Southsea, Portsmouth — to celebrate our anniversary," he told the publication.
"As luck would have it, there’s a nice Beefeater near to where her parents live. They already know Hayley’s order — nachos and chips."
However, just weeks later the pair confirmed they had gone their separate ways.
Labbett has talked candidly about his 10 stone weight loss
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The Chase star was also married to nurse Katie, 31, from 2014 to 2020 and the pair share one son together.
The TV personality has made headlines over the last few years for his drastic weight loss, which saw him lose 10 stone.
Earlier this month, he was forced to address rumours he had used the popular Hollywood weight loss drug Ozempic to shed the weight.
Taking to social media recently, Labbett posted a snap of himself preparing to eat a healthy meal consisting of steak, tomatoes and rocket.
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Labbett has starred in The Chase sine 2009
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He penned: "Having a sneaky Steak and Chips at Seasons Restaurant. Protein loading."
Some fans began discussing Labbett's weight loss in the comments, with one writing: "You look so slim!!!"
The quizzer responded: "10 stone lighter love," before another person chimed: "Ozempic for the win."
"Nope. Would take it if prescribed it," Labbett replied on X, quashing speculation he'd used the drug.
