She has been a chaser since 2010.
Anne Hegerty says she jumped at the chance to become a Chaser.
The Governess, who appears on the ITV show "The Chase", says she had to do four auditions for the role.
She has appeared on the programme for over a decade and is also a regular on the Australian version of the show.
The former journalist has been speaking to Sinéad Hubble on the Midlands Today Show about being diagnosed with Autism in her 40s and her connections to the midlands:
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards Winners Revealed
The awards featured a range of categories, including Best Newcomer, Customer Service Excellence and Best Restaurant Manager.
State Aim For Regional Balance With National Broadband Plan
The Government initiative is underway.
Sinn Féin To Select Laois Election Candidate This Evening
Mary Lou McDonald is due to attend the event.
SETU Is Experiencing 'Suspected Cyber Attack'
Gardaí say they're working to resolve the matter.
Over 160 Businesses Attending The Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards
Titles up for grabs include Restaurant of the Year and Best Destination Hotel.
Anna May McHugh Is Awarded Honorary Doctorate
It was awarded for her significant contribution to the advancement of the Agriculture industry.
Childcare Costs Reach Over €800 A Month In The Midlands
That's according to figures from the National Women's Council.
Community Centres Across Midlands Awarded Funds Of Up to €25,000
It's under Stage 1 of the Community Centres Fund which focuses on minor projects.
Hikers Rescued From Slieve Bloom Mountains
They were located by emergency responders.
Almost €9m To Be Allocated To Offaly Swimming Pool
It's being provided under the Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund.
Tesco Create 75 Temporary Jobs in Midlands For Festive Season
It's part of over 1,000 temporary jobs created by Tesco for Christmas
Laois Gardaí Arrest Motorist For Driving Under The Influence
The driver failed a breath test.
Homeless Services Organisation to Expand to Midlands
The Good Shepherd centre will have a hands-on approach working with community services.
Department of Integration Confirm Works On Lissywollen Accommodation Centre Continuing
The Department has said there's no barrier to prevent works from happening.
Midlands Hospital Opens New Outpatient Service Today
Midlands Regional Hospital Mullingar expects improvements in the flow of services.
"It's Going To Be A Long Road"- Spanish Pub Owner From Offaly Helping With Valencia Flood Relief
Clara's Hazel Connor has been driving supplies to the disaster zone.
Former Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley Has Spoken To Gardaí
He believes Sinn Féin did not handle the matter well.
Midlands Discovery Park To Host Memorial Walk This Weekend
It's a chance to remember loved ones who have passed on.
Laois Garda Headquarters Upgrade Now Underway
The Taoiseach, Minister for Justice and Garda Commissioner attended the sod turning ceremony today.
EV Registration Sees Further Decline In The Midlands
Less than 500 electric cars have been registered in the region so far this year.
