The Chase pays tribute to contestant Mike Johnson following his death as Darragh Ennis issues message

Following the death of The Chase and Beat the Chasers contestant Mike Johnson, star Darragh Ennis has paid tribute to him.

Darragh, 41, added his tribute after the show let fans know of the tragic news on its official Instagram feed.

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How did The Chase pay tribute to Mike Johnson?

The show’s account showed Mike in conversation with host Bradley Walsh during an episode of Beat The Chasers, which aired on September 18.

During that episode, Mike said he wanted to win some money to take his five-year-old daughter to Trinidad to see his mother.

He had also appeared on The Chase six years before.

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The show said: “We are deeply saddened by the news that Mike Johnson has passed away.

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