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Gemma Jones

The Chase's Bradley Walsh welcomes Only Fools and Horses 'Uncle Albert' the to show

Fans of The Chase thought they saw a famous face while watching tonight's show.

Host Bradley Walsh welcomed Zack, Kate, Hollie and Paddy as they went head to head with chaser Paul Sinha to test their wits in the ITV quiz game.

But fans watching at home were distracted as they thought one contestant looked somewhat familiar.

READ MORE: The Chase contestant stuns Bradley Walsh with unusual need for winnings

Paddy, a musician, sings and plays guitar in his own band and was influenced by Liverpool's The Beatles when he was just 15 years old.

He appeared to have the same fluffy beard as Uncle Albert from the classic comedy Only Fools and Horses, bearing an uncanny resemblance to the much-loved character - and fans were quick to point it out.

Taking to Twitter they noted the similarities.

Mickey said: "Uncle Albert seat 4 #TheChase"

Another user said: "Uncle Albert is on #TheChase."

Cheryl said: "Hope Uncle Albert in S4 is at least half decent #TheChase"

Rik said: "[What] did Uncle Albert actually say? #TheChase"

Other users flooded the social media platform with gifs of Uncle Albert.

Bradley also noted the doppelgänger before Paddy played, as he said: "Coming up after the break to make a full house, it's the celebrity show, Uncle Albert!"

Paddy put on an excellent game as he earned £6,000 in the cashbuilder round and went on to play for the middle offer.

He went on to successfully make his way to the final, playing for a prize fund of £15,000.

The Chase airs weekdays at 5pm on ITV and ITV Hub

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