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Anne Hegerty Denies 'Secret Husband' Claim After Wikipedia Vandalism

She said a bogus Wikipedia entry naming 'Jake Hester' started the rumour, leading to her on-air correction on ITV.

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Overview

  • Hegerty addressed the claim on ITV's Loose Women on Tuesday during a segment promoting Beat the Chasers.
  • She said her Wikipedia page had been vandalised to list a husband called Jake Hester.
  • She added that she has never met the named man and is unsure he exists.
  • The quiz star confirmed she is single and said reality dating shows are unlikely for her due to introversion and a need for alone time.
  • Multiple UK outlets reported her denial following the broadcast, framing it as a correction to the online rumour.