The Chase: 'Skinny Beast' Mark Labbett praised for weight loss transformation

The Chase's Mark Labbett, affectionately known as 'The Skinny Beast', has been commended for his lifestyle transformation. The quiz show legend took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a glimpse of his "healthy" meal at Seasons restaurant in Wickersley.

The 58-year-old brainbox, who has been a staple on the ITV show since 2009 and also featured on the American version from 2014, has seen a dramatic change in his health and physique. Having once expressed frustration over being "fat-shamed" on the show, Mark's diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes in 2016 prompted him to make significant changes to his diet and exercise routine, resulting in an impressive loss of over 10 stone.

The Instagram post, which showcased a nourishing bowl of soup accompanied by bread and butter, was warmly received by his 47,700 followers. The caption read: "My healthy dinner at Seasons restaurant Wickersley, one of my five a day :) #skinnybeast #seasonsrestaurant".

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Fans didn't hesitate to praise the star, with Conor commenting: "Looks delicious Mark". J humorously remarked: "I wondered why you're not on my telly and it's because you got soup! ".

Others joined in the encouragement, with Kelly saying: "Looks great and so do you. Keep it up fella", and Jamie adding: "That looks good", reports the Liverpool Echo.